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AI is no longer a “nice-to-have” innovation, it is a boardroom priority. Yet in 2026, most organisations are still caught in the cycle of pilots and proofs-of-concept that rarely deliver measurable enterprise value. Ask yourself: Is your AI investment driving real business outcomes, or just fueling the hype?
In this session, Qihua Wang, EVP of Strategy & AI at Lagardère Travel Retail, pulls back the curtain on what it takes to turn AI experimentation into enterprise-scale execution. Drawing on her experience building an AI division from the ground up and leading global AI strategy, she challenges leaders to rethink not just technology, but strategy, governance, talent, data, and culture — the invisible levers that determine success.
We will move beyond trends and tools, offering executives actionable insights to reset expectations, prioritize high-impact initiatives, and unlock sustainable AI-driven growth.
Discussion points:
• Beyond the Hype: Where does your organisation truly stand in AI maturity and what blind spots are holding back enterprise-scale value?
• Pilot Paralysis: Why do most AI initiatives stall, and what separates companies that scale successfully from those trapped in experimentation?
• Strategic Alignment: How do you architect an AI roadmap that drives measurable business outcomes and aligns with your long-term enterprise strategy?
• Data as a Competitive Weapon: Are your data foundations and infrastructure ready to power AI at scale or are they silently sabotaging your investment?
• Building the AI Operating Engine: What governance, talent structures, and stakeholder alignments are non-negotiable for enterprise-wide AI execution?
• AI in the Fabric of Business: How do you embed AI into decision-making, culture, and everyday operations so it is not just a project, but a strategic advantage?
• Leadership Imperative: What choices must executives make today to ensure AI delivers sustainable growth and competitive differentiation in 2026?
