Breaking Barriers - Leading to survive and thrive in the next cycle
The AWS Summit | ExecLeaders event is an exclusive, in-person event at Sandton Convention Centre. The event brings business leaders and technology innovators together to explore the theme of ‘Breaking Barriers’.
We live in interesting times, with every industry being reinvented. There are many inspirational stories on how companies, large and small, are doing this. But let’s acknowledge that these are tough times - geopolitical instability, concerns with the environment, rising interest rates and energy costs, stubbornly high inflation, a shortage of talent and skills, and new competitors emerging for every industry. Once dependable supply chains are now witnessing shortages which have increased lead times to 70% longer than pre-pandemic.
These concerns have led modern leaders to recognise that the only way to deal with this complexity is to try something, measure the response and then adapt or scale accordingly. They recognise that planning and best practices have their place, but much of what they are doing has never been done before. Our hope is that we can help grow these leaders from a minority of less than 30% to a more pervasive style of leadership.
It’s for this reason that the theme of the ExecLeaders event is Breaking Barriers. We’ll look at how future ready organisations are balancing short term issues with the ability to grow. We’ll share real insights from customers on themes that underpin their organisations.
This event will explore how businesses are addressing these themes, taking a look at some of the underlying needs including bold leadership, talent & culture, data, AI and ML, sustainable operations, and emerging technologies.
What you can expect on the day
This exclusive event is designed for senior business and technology leaders, providing the opportunity to hear from industry experts and network with peers. You’ll hear from AWS Execs and strategists, customers and partners on how organisations are breaking down barriers and leading to survive and thrive in the next cycle of growth.
Executive led agenda
Hear a careful blend of technology and business sessions to influence positive change within your business.
Networking lounge
Connect and build relationships with your peers from similar or adjacent industries.
Ask a Strategist
Speak 1:1 with our Enterprise Strategy team, and gain valuable feedback and insights.
Agenda
11:00 – 11:30
Arrival, Registration, Tea
11:30 – 11:45
Welcome & Opening Chris - Erasmus, Country Manager, AWS
11:45 – 13:00
Keynote 1: Breaking Barriers - Leading to survive and thrive in the next cycle - Jonathan Allen, AWS Global Strategist and former CTO of Capital One Bank
Customer Speakers:
Funeka Montjane, Chief Executive Officer, Personal and Private Banking at Standard Bank Group
Mpho Sadiki, Chief Product Officer at BankservAfrica
13:00 – 13:30
Lunch
13:30 – 14:10
Keynote 2 - Toby Shapshak TED Global speaker, Scrolla.Africa director, Forbes senior contributor, Stuff ed-in-chief
14:10 – 14:50
Fireside Chats - Dave Brown, VP, AWS Compute & Networking , Moderated by Amrote Abdella, Regional Manager Sub Saharan Africa
14:50 – 15:00
Closing - Chris Erasmus, Country Manager, AWS
Speakers
Jonathan Allen
Global Strategist, AWS
Amrote Abdella
General Manager for Sub Saharan Africa, AWS
Chris Erasmus
Country Manager, South Africa, AWS
Prejlin Naidoo
Enterprise Sales Manager, South Africa, AWS
David Brown
Senior VP Compute Services, AWS
Mpho Sadiki
Chief Product Officer at BankservAfrica
Funeka Montjane
Chief Executive Officer, Personal and Private Banking for Standard Bank Group
Toby Shapshak
Editor-in-chief of Stuff and Executive Director of Scrolla.Africa, a Forbes senior contributor and a columnist for the Financial Mail and Daily Maverick
FAQs
Q: Who should attend the AWS Summit | ExecLeaders?
AWS Summit | ExecLeaders event is for business and technology leaders. The event is designed to inspire, inform and educate on digital transformation and technology-driven innovation.
Q: Where is the AWS Summit | ExecLeaders event taking place?
AWS Summit | ExecLeaders will be held at 161 Maude St, Sandown, Sandton. Click here to see the map location.
Q: What is the price of registration?
Event registration is free of charge.
Q: What is included in the event registration?
AWS Summit | ExecLeaders event will feature presentations with global and local AWS and customer stories and leadership sessions tailored for an executive audience. The event takes place in a dedicated, custom built event space with theatre rooms, 1:1 meeting areas and multiple places for you to connect with your peers.
Q: Can I get a confirmation of my AWS Summit | ExecLeaders event registration?
Upon completing the online registration, you will receive an email confirming your registration. Please check your junk mail folder if you do not receive this within 24 hours of registering. You will also be provided with a "Know Before You Go" email approximately one day prior to the event. This will contain a unique barcode which you will be required to present on arrival. Your unique barcode will also be sent to your mobile number on the morning of the event so please make sure to double check your details when completing your registration.
Q: Do you offer meals for those with dietary requirements?
We aim to cater for a variety of dietary requirements, however we cannot guarantee this will cover specific or individual requests. If you have specific dietary needs or if you are looking for a wider variety of options we recommend that you bring your own meals with you, or take advantage of the many restaurants and cafes in the area.
Q: Are people under the age of 18 years old allowed to attend the AWS Summit | ExecLeaders event?
Attendees must be 18 years of age or over on the first day of to attend the event.