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

09:30 - 09:40

Welcome  
  
Hana Kvartova, Regional Director, Central Europe, SAS

09:40 - 10:10

Outcomes that Outperform  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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

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

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  
  
Hana Kvartova, Regional Director, Central Europe, SAS