Warsaw • Hotel Verte • 12 June 2025

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The data and AI experience for business leaders, technical users and SAS Partners.

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The most important data and AI event of 2025 

Explore real-world data and AI innovations, moving beyond the hype to discover trustworthy AI solutions that drive tangible business results. Gain the practical knowledge and networking connections needed to boost productivity and transform your business with optimized technology strategies. Learn how to build organizational resilience in uncertain times. 


Speakers

Featured Speakers

Artur Chmielewski

Artur B. Chmielewski
Scientist, Space Probe Designer Project Manager Solar System Space Mission Planning NASA Jet Propulsion Laborator

Professor Włodzisław Duch
PhD, DSc, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń

Tomasz Rożek
PhD, Physicist, Science Journalist, Founder of the Nauka. To Lubię. Foundation

General speakers


Agenda

08:30 - 09:30

Registration and Coffee

09:30 - 09:40

Welcome  language
  
Hana Kvartova, Regional Director, Central Europe, SAS

09:40 - 10:10

Outcomes that Outperform  language

Discover how SAS is shaping the future of data and AI with breakthrough innovations that push the boundaries of what’s possible. From Agentic AI to Digital Twins and Quantum AI, this keynote sets the tone for how organizations can partner with SAS to reduce complexity, accelerate productivity, and deliver outcomes that matter.

Patrick Xhonneux, Senior Vice President, Marketing, SAS

10:10 - 10:50

More Productive Data & AI: The SAS® Viya® Portfolio  language

Explore how the SAS Viya platform — including SAS Models and SAS Solutions — helps teams do more with their data, faster. Learn how organizations around the world are driving productivity and scaling value with innovations like SAS Viya Workbench, SAS Data Maker, and SAS Viya Copilot in Model Studio. This session includes a featured use case from a local customer.

Udo Sglavo, Vice President, Applied AI and Modeling, SAS
David Weik, Sr Software Development Engineer, SAS

10:50 - 11:15

Responsible AI Driven Decisions  language

Dive into how organizations are building AI they can trust — from explainability and governance to real-world results. See how SAS is enabling responsible, data-driven decisions through Intelligent Decisioning and Agentic AI in action, across a range of industries.  

Anselmo Marmonti, Vice President,  Risk, Fraud & Compliance Solutions, SAS

11:15 - 11:30

AI for Everyone, Everywhere  language

See how SAS Managed Cloud and our global partner ecosystem are making AI more accessible, scalable, and impactful. From strategy to deployment, discover how trusted collaborations are making AI accessible and actionable – everywhere, for everyone.

Branislav Makyta, Channel Account Management Lead, Central and Eastern Europe, SAS

11:30 - 11:35

Special Conversation: SAS + Microsoft on the AI Era  language

Hear a compelling pre-recorded conversation between SAS CEO and Co-Founder Dr. Jim Goodnight and Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella. Together, they explore the transformative impact of the AI era on business, technology, and society.

Jim Goodnight, CEO, SAS
Satya Nadella, Chairman and CEO, Microsoft

(Recorded Session)

11:35 - 12:10

AI Ambassadors Awards   

This session will highlight organisations whose groundbreaking work and visionary leadership are setting new standards for AI development and application across industries. This session is dedicated to celebrating their profound impact and inspiring future advancements.

Hosts
Marcin Hadyś, Head of Sales, SAS Poland
Miłosz Trawczyński, Consulting Director, SAS Poland

12:10 - 13:00

Lunch and Networking

13:00 - 13:40

OPENING KEYNOTE
How Does Science Speed Up Productivity. Are There Inherent Limits to It?  

This presentation will take you on a journey, exploring the historical impact of innovations, from the steam engine to the age of AI. You will delve into AI's role in productivity, its current limitations, and whether technology can endlessly boost output. You'll examine key hurdles like human adaptability to the accelerating pace of technology and the broader societal consequences of AI, including its impact on the job market and global disparities. You'll gain insights into the evolving landscape of AI and its potential to augment human capabilities.

Tomasz Rożek, PhD, Physicist, Science Journalist, Founder of the Nauka. To Lubię. Foundation

13:40 - 14:25

PANEL DISCUSSION
Productivity in the Age of AI: Adapting, Innovating, and Thriving  

The integration of artificial intelligence is fundamentally reshaping the productivity landscape across industries. It's not merely about automating tasks; it's about augmenting human capabilities, driving innovation, and creating new avenues for growth. To thrive in this evolving environment, individuals and organizations must embrace adaptability, strategically innovate, and cultivate a human-AI collaborative ecosystem. This pivotal topic will be discussed during the debate.

Professor Włodzisław Duch, PhD, DSc, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń
Marek Grabowski, Director of B2C Customer Value Management, Orange Poland 
Elżbieta Żebrowska-Poziemska, Customer Intelligence Director, VeloBank S.A.
Piotr Skopiński, Director of Application Development Department, Bank Millennium
Moderator: Artur Skalski, Head of Customer Advisory, SAS Poland

14:25 - 14:50

Coffee Break

14:50 - 16:10

Breakout Sessions
After the opening plenary, you can choose a business track or follow the tech topics that interest you most.
Make your choice on site.

16:20 - 17:20

CLOSING KEYNOTE
From Conquering Space to Innovations on Earth: Productivity in Extreme Conditions  


The presentation will illustrate the powerful synergy between space exploration and terrestrial innovation, highlighting the tangible benefits of space research for enhancing productivity and resilience in extreme conditions on our own planet. Artur B. Chmielewski will share unparalleled insights from his pioneering work at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, offering a unique perspective on the transfer of knowledge from the vastness of space to everyday applications.

Artur B. Chmielewski, Scientist, Space Probe Designer, Project Manager, Solar System Space Mission Planning, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory

17:20 - 17:25

Closing Remarks  language
  
Hana Kvartova, Regional Director, Central Europe, SAS


At a Glance 

Bring yourself and your team. We’ll bring the content, inspiration, networking and actionable takeaways. 

Keynote Insights 

We offer an action-packed day of knowledge and experience sharing during 20+ inspiring presentations. Our featured speakers will present strategic guidance and inspiring ideas. 

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Breakout Sessions

From technical deep dives to business-specific solutions, you’ll find ways to solve your toughest challenges. Expect detailed examples of data and AI projects, based on customer success stories

Networking Opportunities 

Our conference will host >300 business leaders and experts. You will benefit from valuable connections and meaningful discussions that spark new ideas and collaborations.

Demo Lab 

At the demo zone, you'll directly engage with the cutting edge of technological innovation, from the rise of AI agents to the applications of industry models and synthetic data.


Location

It is a truly unique setting where the echoes of history meet the forward momentum of innovation.  

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Hotel Verte Warsaw

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Podwale 3A 00-252 Warsaw

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Registration

Online registration for SAS Innovate on Tour Warsaw 2025 is closed. 
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