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Ryan Shows
Sr Director Analyst
Gartner
Speaker Topics
- Cost and Value
- Generative AI, Agentic AI and AI
- Skills, Training and Workforce Development
- Leadership, Organizational and Cultural Change
Speaker Bio
Senior Manager Analyst covering topics that support the Heads of I&O within IT organizations.
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Sessions
Tuesday, December 08, 2026 08:00 AM - 09:15 AM PST
Senior Leadership Circle: Welcome and Orientation
Ryan Shows,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
This session will welcome attendees and provide an overview of the Senior Leadership Circle (SLC) program, highlighting key aspects that SLC members should be aware of. The session will include information relevant to both days of the event.
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Wednesday, December 09, 2026 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM PST
How Today's Politics Are Shaping the Future of AI
Ryan Shows,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
The rapid rise of artificial intelligence has sparked intense political debates regarding regulation, ethics and global dominance. This session examines the current political landscape shaping these technologies and anticipates how upcoming policies will impact enterprise strategies. Join us to learn how to proactively adapt your organizational planning to stay ahead of regulatory shifts.
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Wednesday, December 09, 2026 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM PST
Rethinking Who to Hire for I&O of the Future
Ryan Shows,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Explore how AI, automation and cloud are reshaping I&O talent needs. Learn which skills —AI/ML, data engineering, automation, and collaboration — are essential for future-ready teams. Get actionable insights to recruit and build an I&O workforce equipped for tomorrow’s challenges.
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Thursday, December 10, 2026 12:15 PM - 01:45 PM PST
Senior Leadership Circle Lunch: Debate - CIO vs. the Head of I&O
Mike Cisek,
VP Analyst, Gartner
Ryan Shows,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Join this session to witness a debate between the head of I&O and the CIO as they outline competing needs and perspectives on infrastructure, operations and cloud strategies.
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Thursday, December 10, 2026 01:45 PM - 02:30 PM PST
Senior Leadership Circle Roundtable: How to Build a World-Class Cloud and AI FinOps Practice
Ryan Shows,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Join us for a roundtable discussion on building a world-class cloud FinOps practice. Explore strategies for optimizing cloud spend, driving cross-functional accountability and aligning technology investments with business goals. Learn best practices, common challenges and actionable steps to maximize value from your cloud environment.
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