Becoming an AI-First Company
AI is no longer just a tool—it’s a cultural and strategic shift. This panel explores what it means to be an AI-First company, why it matters for fundraising, talent, and competitiveness, and how startups can design practical strategies for adoption. Panelists will share lessons on embedding AI into organizational culture, developing ROI-driven roadmaps, and implementing guardrails to responsibly manage risk. Attendees will leave with concrete takeaways, including resources to accelerate adoption while navigating regulatory and competitive pressures.
Hosted by The Engine IT Service partner, NENS, in collaboration with AI RegRisk Think Tank and Ventus Systems, leading partners at the intersection of IT and AI adoption, this session will take place during the Tough Tech Resource Expo (concurrent with the Talent Fair).
Speakers include:
Greg Woolf, Managing Director, AI RegRisk Think Tank
Michael Kourkoulakos, CEO, NENS (New England Network Solutions)
Kevin Dushney, Founder, Ventus Systems