Speakers
We have worked diligently to put together a stimulating and focused agenda, bringing together experts, visionaries and professionals from the IT industry. We look forward to sharing this exciting conference with you.

Kara Pelecky
Stanley Black & Decker Global CIO Stanley Security
Susan Drumm
Meritage Leadership Development CEO & Chief Empowerment Officer
Tim Walter
Randa Apparel and Accessories Global CIO, SVP & CISO
Ronald Blahnik
Hibbett Sports & City Gear CIO, SVP Strategy & Innovation & Retail Analytics
Robert DeVito
Google Chrome Global Director, Customer & Partner EngineeringAgenda
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Welcome & Introductions
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Host
Susan Drumm, CEO & Chief Empowerment Officer, Meritage Leadership Development
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Opening Keynote Through the Lens of the Retail CIO: The Future of the Digitized Consumer
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Kara Pelecky, Global CIO Stanley Security, Stanley Black & Decker -
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Tim Walter, Global CIO, SVP & CISO, Randa Apparel and Accessories -
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Ronald Blahnik, CIO, SVP Strategy & Innovation & Retail Analytics, Hibbett Sports & City Gear
There’s no doubt today’s consumer expectations have changed, completely transforming the landscape of retail IT. Join us for an engaging discussion with top retail technology leaders, who will deliver insight on today’s technology challenges, trends & where they foresee the future of retail IT heading. -
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General Session Building Deeper Connections Within an Isolated Workforce
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Susan Drumm, CEO & Chief Empowerment Officer, Meritage Leadership Development
With the Great Resignation looming large, much of the national conversation seems to leap to 'What can leaders do to retain and recruit top talent?' This type of question leads straight into action-oriented solutions like 'offer flexible hours' or 'adopt a hybrid return-to-work model.' But there are deeper problems that underpin the widespread resignations and crisis of engagement happening now. Susan shares 3 key strategies for leaders to address these issues and thus shift the retention and connection problems at their root. -
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General Session Welcome to the Era of Flexibility: Why Agility is the Key to Getting Ahead
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Robert DeVito, Global Director, Customer & Partner Engineering, Google Chrome
There is no doubt that the workplace has undergone an unprecedented transformation in the last few years. As IT leaders prepare for what’s next, it’s key that they are strategic in determining which technology best supports their employees by keeping them secure and productive. Hear from the Chrome Enterprise team on what’s next for work and how leaning into solutions that provide flexibility and agility will future proof your business. -
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Closing Remarks
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Host
Susan Drumm, CEO & Chief Empowerment Officer, Meritage Leadership Development
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