AI Budgets & Strategy 2026: Navigating the Economics of AI Implementation

​AI implementation is here — and while it can save time, most leaders struggle to budget for it effectively. Join us for a focused lunchtime session where we’ll break down how to strategically allocate your 2026 budget for the right AI tools, usage, and team impact.

​You’ll walk away ready to:

• ​Confidently plan your AI budget for 2026

• ​Understand token spend and compute costs that impact ROI

• ​Learn when to buy vs. build AI infrastructure

• ​Align AI strategy with finance and team allocation

• ​Avoid common pitfalls that lead to surprise AI expenses

​Agenda:

• ​11:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Networking Lunch

• ​12:15 PM – 1:00 PM: Presentations & Insights

• ​1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Open Q&A and Discussion

​Perfect For:

• ​Executives and Founders

• ​VPs and Directors of Technology, Product, or Operations

• ​Finance and Strategy leaders guiding AI investment decisions

• ​Anyone responsible for scaling AI initiatives efficiently