We are witnessing a defining moment in the evolution of enterprise technology, the era where Robotics and AI converge to reshape how humans and machines collaborate. What began as experimental automation has matured into intelligent systems that see, move, reason, and act — not in labs, but on factory floors, in logistics networks, and even in hospitals.

At the CDO Magazine Columbus Leadership Summit, on November 5, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency – Columbus Downtown, this transformation will come to life on stage with Boston Dynamics’ live keynote session featuring John Weiler, Senior Manager, Industrial Applications, and the legendary Spot – The Agile Mobile Robot.

Attending organizations will include the region’s most innovative enterprises in insurance, manufacturing, logistics, technology, healthcare, finance, and government, each exploring how AI and robotics are creating measurable business value across industries.

Opening keynote: Robotics & AI — Reshaping the factory floor and our lives

In this unmissable session, Boston Dynamics’ Weiler and Spot – The Agile Mobile Robot will demonstrate how mobile robots and AI-driven automation are solving real business challenges, enhancing safety, and transforming operations at scale.

Drawing insights from visits to nearly 100 of the world’s most forward-thinking organizations, Weiler will share:

How robotics and AI are driving measurable ROI and workforce transformation

• Why intelligent automation is the next data-driven productivity revolution
• What lies ahead as autonomous systems expand beyond industry into everyday life
• Prepare to see what’s possible when AI strategy meets physical intelligence.

 

Guided by industry trailblazers

The Columbus Leadership Summit is co-chaired by top data and analytics executives driving innovation across the Midwest and beyond. Their leadership ensures every session delivers actionable insights, peer-led dialogue, and tangible strategies for thriving in the AI-powered enterprise era.

From machine learning to robotic automation, from data governance to AI ethics, the Columbus Leadership Summit delivers the insights and inspiration data leaders need to turn innovation into impact.

This keynote promises to be the moment that sets the tone for the entire event — an unforgettable live demonstration of how technology and human creativity are redefining what’s possible.

“The energy around this session is incredible,” says Lisa Runkle, Global Event Manager, CDO Magazine. “Watching Spot in action is exciting, but what truly resonates is the strategy behind it — how AI and robotics together are transforming operations and leadership mindsets across industries.”

Your front row seat to the future awaits

Join hundreds of Chief Data Officers, Chief Analytics Officers, Chief AI Officers, and technology leaders for a full day of high-impact sessions, peer networking, and strategic insight-sharing.

Be part of the movement shaping the next generation of intelligent enterprises.