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As a strategic partner to WEF for many years, we will continue this partnership at the 2025 WEF Annual Meeting in Davos. Over the course of WEF’25, we’ll be transforming our exclusive pavilion on the promenade, which is a few steps away from the Kongresszentrum, into a showcase of our global brand and a platform to host impactful action-driven conversations and dialogues with dignitaries.
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Agentic AI’s ability to bring
exponentiality to human productivity
Agentic AI’s ability to bring
exponentiality to human productivity
Agentic AI’s ability to bring
exponentiality to human productivity
The world of AI has recently been abuzz with a new breakthrough which promises to exponentially augment human productivity and innovation – Agentic AI. In the past if organizations wanted more outcome, they had to deploy more humans or machines on tasks aligned to deliver that outcome, Agentic AI however breaks this linear chain. Its intuitive, reasoning-empowered and truly conversational engagement capabilities opens limitless possibilities to support humans in supporting both repetitive and complex tasks in endless loops. This panel discussion will spotlight the opportunities and pitfalls of deploying Agentic AI and its use cases for diverse sectors.
Featuring:
Teresa Hutson, Corporate Vice President, Technology and Corporate Responsibility Group, Microsoft
Shez Partovi, Chief Business Leader of Enterprise Informatics and Chief Innovation & Strategy Officer, Royal Philips
Thomas Saueressig, Member of the Executive Board of SAP SE Customer Services & Delivery, SAP SE
Vijay Guntur, Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems, HCLTech
Moderated by:
Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, AI, Innovation and Strategy Professor, UC Berkeley
10:30-11:15 AM CET
Ice Village
Panel Discussion
Fighting Poor Water
Fighting Poor Water
Fighting Poor Water
This session explores the impact of poor water quality on economic activity and human health, addressing challenges posed by emerging contaminants. Discussions will raise awareness, highlight industry trends, spotlight innovative solutions, and launch the cohort of Top Innovators from the Tackling Water Pollution Challenge, driving progress in water sustainability.
Featuring:
Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson, HCLTech
1:30-2:00 PM CET
Kongresszentrum
Transforming Your Organization, Business and Industry:
A CEO's Handbook to AI-Led Success’
Transforming Your Organization, Business and Industry:
A CEO's Handbook to AI-Led Success’
Transforming Your Organization, Business and Industry:
A CEO's Handbook to AI-Led Success’
Our keynote speaker, Zack Kass, is one of the brightest and most experienced minds bridging the practical applications of AI. Bringing his 14 years of expertise, including pivotal years at OpenAI, he has advised Fortune 500 executives and leaders from The White House on AI strategies that are transforming industries. In his keynote, Zack will delve into the profound impact of AI and explore how businesses can harness this powerful technology to unlock creativity, drive efficiency and achieve unprecedented success inspiring leaders to navigatethis exciting frontier with confidence.
Featuring:
Zack Kass, Futurist, Former Head of Go To Market at OpenAI
C Vijayakumar, CEO & Managing Director, HCLTech
6:00-7:30 PM CET
HCLTech Pavilion
Private Reception
Financial services data economy:
Navigating emerging technology and data sovereignty
Financial services data economy:
Navigating emerging technology and data sovereignty
Financial services data economy:
Navigating emerging technology and data sovereignty
This panel will explore how the interplay of emerging technologies like AI, blockchain and cloud are transforming the financial services data economy while addressing the challenges of data sovereignty, regulatory compliance, and secure cross-border data flows. It will also explore strategies for leveraging data ecosystems to drive innovation and growth.
Featuring:
Steffany Bello, Senior Vice-President, Digital Partnerships, Fintech and Enablers in North America, Mastercard
Sebastien Danloy, Chief Business Officer, Euroclear
Valerie Bannert-Thurner, Chief Revenue Officer, Financial Technology, Nasdaq
Srinivasan Seshadri, Chief Growth Officer and Global Head, Financial Services, HCLTech
Moderated by:
Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, AI, Innovation and Strategy Professor, UC Berkeley
8:30-9:30 AM CET
HCLTech Pavilion
Panel Discussion
Driving progress:
How AI is transforming operations and innovation
Driving progress:
How AI is transforming operations and innovation
Driving progress:
How AI is transforming operations and innovation
AI is unlocking the full potential of manufacturing data, transforming it from a byproduct into a strategic asset. By integrating AI across product design, quality control, equipment management and logistics, companies are optimizing operations and creating new revenue streams. This panel will explore how AI is reshaping the shop floor, enabling smarter, more efficient and data-driven decision-making.
Featuring:
Paul Baldassari, President, Manufacturing and Services, Flex
Alexandra Schwertner-Farley, Artificial Intelligence Strategy Leader, Rockwell Automation
Ajay Bahl, Chief Growth Officer, Americas, Mega Industries, HCLTech
Moderated by:
Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, AI, Innovation and Strategy Professor, UC Berkeley
11 AM - 12 PM CET
HCLTech Pavilion
Panel Discussion
Advancing inclusion to drive workplace transformation
Advancing inclusion to drive workplace transformation
Advancing inclusion to drive workplace transformation
A private roundtable discussion on Gender Equality and Inclusion, in partnership with UN Women and NBC Universal, will bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and key decision-makers to explore actionable strategies for advancing gender parity in the workplace and beyond. The conversation will focus on fostering inclusive environments, breaking down barriers to leadership, and leveraging corporate and global partnerships to drive lasting change. With a focus on both challenges and opportunities, this dialogue aims to inspire collaboration and innovation in creating a more equitable future for all.
Featuring:
Chieh Huang, President, WEF Global Collaboration Village
Moderated by:
Richard Lui, Breaking News Anchor and inclusion@work Advisor, NBC News/MSNBC
4:30-5:30 PM CET
HCLTech Pavilion
Private Event
Scaling AI responsibly
Scaling AI responsibly
Scaling AI responsibly
This panel explore howAI continues to create new opportunities to significantly enhance enterprise productivity, innovation and competitiveness, leaders are faced by challenges around how to ensure its ethical, explainable and responsible execution. The session will highlight the best practices, guidelines, approaches and frameworks that can be deployed to ensure that every application of AI is for the greater good of all.
Featuring:
Jayee Koffey, Global Head of Enterprise Execution and Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, BNY
Yossi Matias, Vice President and Head of Google Research, Google
Alan Flower, Executive Vice President and Head of AI & Cloud Native Labs, HCLTech
Moderated by:
Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, AI, Innovation and Strategy Professor, UC Berkeley
8:30-9:15 AM CET
HCLTech Pavilion
Panel Discussion
Gen Z as catalysts for progress:
Creating a new workplace era
Gen Z as catalysts for progress:
Creating a new workplace era
Gen Z as catalysts for progress:
Creating a new workplace era
We highlight how we can’t miss the opportunity to have Gen Z lead from the front, as they positively challenge us to reimagine organizational cultures in an AI-driven digital world. Their fresh perspective, tech-savvy mindset and drive for purpose will redefine how we work, innovate and collaborate. Join the panel to explore how Gen Z can supercharge progress in the digital age.
Featuring:
Hae In Kim, Chief HR Officer, Hyundai Motors
Nancy Xu, Time100 AI Honoree and CEO, Moonhub
Svenja Gudell, Chief Economist, Indeed and Vice chair, FESAC
Jill Kouri, Chief Marketing Officer, HCLTech
Moderated by:
Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, AI, Innovation and Strategy Professor, UC Berkeley
11 AM - 12 PM CET
HCLTech Pavilion
Panel Discussion
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Watch highlights from WEF’25
Agentic AI: Unlocking Exponential Productivity
Agentic AI has the potential to lead us into a world of revolutionary change, enabling possibilities we couldn’t have imagined before. Featuring insights from Vijay Guntur, HCLTech, Teresa Hutson, Microsoft, Shez Partovi, Royal Philips and Thomas Saueressig, SAP SE, with Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri.
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Agentic AI: Unlocking Exponential Productivity
WEF’25 Accredited Panel Discussion | Ice Village, Davos
Agentic AI has the potential to lead us into a world of revolutionary change, enabling possibilities we couldn’t have imagined before. Featuring insights from Vijay Guntur, HCLTech, Teresa Hutson, Microsoft, Shez Partovi, Royal Philips and Thomas Saueressig, SAP SE, with Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri.
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Financial Services Data Economy
WEF’25 Accredited Panel Discussion | HCLTech Pavilion, Davos
Technological innovation, collaborative partnerships, and regulatory balance are shaping the future of financial services. Featuring insights from Sebastien Danloy, Euroclear, Valerie Bannert-Thurner, Nasdaq, Stefany Bello, Mastercard and Srinivasan Seshadri, HCLTech, with Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri.
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AI's Role in Transforming Manufacturing
WEF’25 Accredited Panel Discussion | HCLTech Pavilion, Davos
The manufacturing industry is undergoing constant, incremental transformation driven by advancements in AI and automation. Featuring insights from Alexandra Schwertner-Farley, Rockwell Automation, Paul Baldassari, Flex and Ajay Bahl, HCLTech, with moderator Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, UC Berkeley.
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Scaling AI Responsibly
WEF’25 Panel Discussion from the HCLTech Pavilion in Davos
As AI continues to advance rapidly, scaling it responsibly has become critical for both innovation and competitive advantage. Featuring insights from Jayee Koffey, BNY, Yossi Matias, Google, Alan Flower, HCLTech, with moderator Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, UC Berkeley.
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Gen Z as Catalysts for Progress
WEF’25 Accredited Panel Discussion | HCLTech Pavilion, Davos
A conversation exploring how Gen Z is reshaping workplace cultures and redefining inclusivity and innovation. Featuring insights from Hae In Kim, Hyundai Motors, Jill Kouri, HCLTech, Nancy Xu, Moonhub and Svenja Gudell, Chief Economist, Indeed and Vice Chair, FESAC, with Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri.
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Davos Debrief with Dr. Saikat | Part 2
Key takeaways from our panel discussion series at WEF ‘25
Watch Nick Ismail speak to Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, UC Berkeley, to recap his top learnings moderating our series of engaging panels at the HCLTech pavilion in Davos. Saikat reflects on the key insights from our panel on Gen Z’s impact on the workforce and how it is redefining workplaces.
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Davos Debrief with Dr. Saikat | Part 1
Panel discussion from the HCLTech pavilion in Davos at WEF’24
Watch Nick Ismail speak to Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri, UC Berkeley, to recap our series of engaging panels at the HCLTech pavilion in Davos. Saikat reflects on his insights moderating panels on Agentic AI, Responsible AI and transformation in Financial Services and Manufacturing.
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Roshni Nadar Malhotra speaks to NDTV
HCLTech Chairperson speaks to Vishnu Som, NDTV in Davos
Roshni Nadar Malhotra shares her perspective on how #AI can shape the future as the most democratized technology to date. From its rapid adoption for everyday productivity to its potential to become as big as the internet, Roshni highlights the transformative role of AI in our lives and businesses.
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In conversation with Ajay Bahl
HCLTech Trends and Insights video podcast from WEF’25, Davos
Join Ajay Bahl, Chief Growth Officer, Americas, MEGA Industries, HCLTech, and Nick Ismail, Trends and Insights on this special episode from Davos. They discuss prioritizing sustainable growth in the transformation of asset-heavy industries, driven by the adoption of AI.
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C Vijayakumar speaks to CNBC-TV18
HCLTech CEO & Managing Director speaks to Shereen Bhan, CNBC-TV18 in Davos
C Vijayakumar discusses a range of topics including HCLTech's recent milestone, industry-leading performance, sustaining growth and the importance of adaptability, our AI propositions as well as looking ahead to trends shaping the evolution of IT industry and company focus areas.
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In conversation with Alan Flower
HCLTech Trends and Insights video podcast from WEF’25, Davos
Join Alan Flower, EVP and Head of AI & Cloud Native Labs, HCLTech and Nick Ismail, Trends and Insights on this special episode from Davos. They discuss how balancing AI and ethical innovation are key to shaping the intelligent age driven by both progress and responsibility.
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Roshni Nadar Malhotra speaks to CNBC-TV18
HCLTech Chairperson speaks to Shereen Bhan, CNBC-TV18 in Davos
Watch HCLTech Chairperson Roshni Nadar Malhotra in conversation with Shereen Bhan, CNBC-TV18 at the World Economic Forum 2025 in Davos. Hear insights on HCLTech focus areas for the year ahead, our differentiated, comprehensive AI propositions and more in this wide-ranging discussion.
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Welcome to #HCLTechAtDavos for WEF ‘25
Jill Kouri previews the action at the HCLTech pavilion in Davos
Join Jill Kouri, Chief Marketing Officer, HCLTech, as she previews what we have in store this week from #Davos during #wef25.
Join Jill Kouri, CMO, HCLTech, as she previews what we have in store this week from #Davos during #wef25. With a heavy focus on AI at this year’s conference, Jill highlights how HCLTech is driving the conversation with our own agenda of impactful discussions on the subject.
Insights from WEF’25
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AI and ethical innovation: The foundation of the intelligent age
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Agentic AI: Revolutionary and radical impact on the horizon
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Navigating Financial Services in the data economy
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Prioritizing sustainable growth in the transformation of asset-heavy industries
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Insights from Davos: The acceleration of AI adoption
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Scaling AI responsibly for competitive advantage
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Gen Z is changing the workplace: Are we ready to keep up?
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The future of manufacturing: Defined by combining technology and human potential
In conversation with Sheila Jordan on Women in Leadership & Work-Life Balance
Watch Sheila Jordan, Chief Digital Technology Officer at Honeywell, share her journey of breaking barriers in tech, championing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and using AI to solve real-world problems—all while balancing career and family.
In conversation with Bhumi on Body Positivity & Climate Action
Watch Bhumi Pednekar—actor, climate advocate, and Young Global Leader talk about challenging stereotypes in film industry, advocating for body positivity, and using her platform to drive action on gender equality and climate change.
In conversation with Tea on Women’s Rights, Economic Inclusion & Equality
Watch Tea Trumbic from World Bank discuss the structural, social, and legal barriers preventing women from achieving full economic inclusion. From patriarchal norms to pay disparities and restrictive laws, she highlights why gender equality is not just a moral issue, but an economic necessity.
In conversation with Yvonne on Allyship, Mentorship & Women in Finance
Watch Yvonne Garcia from State Street share insights on bridging the gender gap in finance and tech, emphasizing mentorship and leadership. Live from Davos, she discusses how companies can build inclusive leadership teams and how women can strategically navigate career growth.
In conversation with Roxana on Youth Leadership, Climate Action, and Creating Real Impact
Watch Roxana share her journey as a Global Shaper, discussing climate action, youth leadership, and the role of platforms like World Economic Forum in amplifying voices for change. She highlights the importance of mentorship, equity, and taking responsibility for creating a sustainable future.
Our leadership at Davos
Chairperson
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
Chief Growth Officer, Americas, Mega Industries
Executive Vice President and Head of AI & Cloud Native Labs
Chief Growth Officer, Americas, TMT and RCPG Industries
Chief Marketing Officer
Chief Product Officer, HCLSoftware
Chief Growth Officer and Global Head, Financial Services
Chief Technology Officer and Head of Ecosystems
#HCLTechAtDavos
Learn more about our schedule in Davos — and how you can join us for a series of thought-provoking conversations and engagements across the sidelines of the Annual Meeting, at the Congress Centre, Ice Village and our pavilion at Promenade 66. Stay tuned for the latest on our program at WEF25.
Find the HCLTech Pavilion
At Promenade 66, 7270 Davos Platz
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