AI Readiness : From Insight to Action
A joint event by Merantix Momentum & iit Berlin
AI adoption is no longer a question of interest, it is a question of readiness and execution across all industries.
This event brings together leaders from across sectors to move beyond general discussion and focus on what it actually takes to implement AI in practice and at scale.
At the center of the evening are two complementary perspectives: Merantix Momentum and iit Berlin will each present key insights from their latest surveys on AI adoption and technical readiness across organizations, followed by a joint discussion on where reality meets expectation.
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Together, we will explore:
Where organizations truly stand in their AI adoption journey
Why many AI initiatives still fail to move from pilot to production
The most common gaps in technical, organizational, and operational readiness
What is actually required to scale AI into real business impact
How perception of AI maturity differs from implementation reality
This is a focused, practice-oriented evening designed for exchange between decision-makers, practitioners, and AI builders working on real transformation challenges.
Agenda:
18:00 – Arrival & Networking
18:30 – Welcome & Introduction
18:40 – Survey Insights: iit Berlin
18:55 – Survey Insights: Merantix Momentum
19:10 – Joint Panel Discussion: AI Readiness & Implementation Reality
19:40 – Audience Q&A
20:00 – Open Networking with Food & Drinks
Featured Panelists
Director of the Institut für Innovation und Technik (iit). Dr. Peters advises leaders across government, industry, and civil society on innovation, technology policy, and strategic transformation. His work focuses on shaping future-oriented solutions at the intersection of technology, society, and economic development.
Head of AI Public Interest & Policy at appliedAI Institute for Europe. Lajla leads research and advisory programs focused on AI governance, democratic resilience, regulatory frameworks, and public-sector AI adoption. She works with policymakers, public institutions, and civil society organizations across Europe to advance responsible AI.
Senior Advisor for Communication & Strategy at iit Berlin. His work focuses on emerging technologies, AI, and innovation ecosystems, helping organizations understand and navigate technological transformation while ensuring human-centered outcomes.
Scientific Expert for AI at iit Berlin. Benedikt focuses on AI adoption, innovation policy, and the practical implementation of emerging technologies, with a particular interest in enabling organizations to create value from AI while addressing societal and organizational challenges.
Lead Public at Merantix Momentum. Nils works with public-sector organizations and leaders to accelerate AI adoption and digital transformation, helping bridge the gap between strategy, technology, and measurable impact.
Who should attend:
Business and technology leaders across industries
AI, data, and digital transformation decision-makers
Product, operations, and strategy leaders working on AI adoption
Anyone involved in scaling AI from pilot to production
Details:
Date: June 25, 2026
Location: Merantix AI Campus, Berlin
Atmosphere:
An open, practical evening focused on real-world AI adoption. The session is followed by informal networking with food and drinks, giving space for deeper exchange and connection across the ecosystem.