• Steve Risseeuw, National Vice President – State, Local, Education, and Healthcare, SAP

Regulated industries and agencies today fundamentally impact lives and livelihoods. Artificial intelligence is a partner in this fight, offering indispensable capabilities to reach constituents and improve communities in the practical-tactical “today” horizon if prepared. However, many organizations face the challenges of siloed operations, manual processes, and disjointed technology while adhering to regulatory standards. This keynote focuses on the required steps for effective AI adoption, ethical considerations, and use cases to augment their teams. Attendees will take away insights into the current and future utility of AI, as well as the foundation needed to harness it responsibly.

• Tom Tibbett, Business AI Strategy Advisor, Principal, Regulated Industries, SAP

Join a panel of industry leaders as they share their experiences charting a path forward. Each of these teams navigated their organizations, RISE with SAP , and our partner ecosystem to define a path forward that accommodated their timelines and budget. Panelists will discuss the challenges they’ve faced, key strategies for success, and the lessons they’ve learned so far. Gain valuable insights into how RISE with SAP is helping organizations drive agility, innovation, and operational excellence within state and local governments.

• Kalpana Pillai, Assistant Director – ERP Applications, City of Houston
• Mark Rago, Chief Information Officer, Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, State of Arkansas
• Moderator: Kelli Kitch, Customer Solutions Director, State, Local, Higher Education and Healthcare, SAP

• Mark Rago, Chief Information Officer, Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, State of Arkansas
• Khelan Patel, Principal, Deloitte Consulting LLP

Discover how SAP is leading innovation in regulated industries through cutting-edge solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of compliance-driven sectors. This session will provide an overview of the SAP products and platforms we’re investing in, including SAP Signavio, SAP LeanIX, and Concur User Assistant by WalkMe – all tailored to drive efficiency, compliance, and growth in a rapidly changing landscape.

• Don Ingle, Industry Executive Advisor, State and Local Government, Education, SAP
• Jim Vlasicak, Account Executive, State and Local Government, Higher Education, WalkMe
• David Reardon, Enterprise Account Executive, LeanIX, SAP
• DJ Taylor, Head of Business Process Management, SAP Regulated Industries, Signavio

Hear from Baylor College of Medicine how they successfully implemented SAP SuccessFactors to transform their HR and workforce management strategies. In this session, Chief Administrative Officer Jennifer Tessin will share insights on how SAP SuccessFactors enhanced core HR and payroll processes, streamlined operations, and improved employee engagement. Learn about their journey, the benefits realized, and the best practices they’ve uncovered along the way.

• Jennifer Tessin, Chief Administrative Officer, Baylor College of Medicine
• Jeanne Mitchell, Global HCM Solution Architect, Core HR, Payroll, Time, and Benefits, SAP

Attendees will have the option to participate in one of several roundtable discussions focused on key topics such as AI, planning for SAP S/4HANA transformation, payroll management, and digital transformation with SAP Signavio, Concur User Assistant by WalkMe, and SAP LeanIX. Each table will provide a platform for sharing insights on leveraging these technologies. This interactive format encourages collaboration and the exchange of best practices, enabling participants to deepen their understanding of how these technologies can streamline operations and enhance organizational efficiency.

Topic 1: AI

• Tom Tibbett, Business AI Strategy Advisor, Principal, Regulated Industries, SAP
   

Topic 2: Core HR, Time, and Payroll

• Jeanne Mitchell, Global HCM Solution Architect, Core HR, Payroll, Time, and Benefits, SAP
   

Topic 3: Digital Transformation with Concur User Assistant by WalkMe, SAP LeanIX, and SAP Signavio

• Jim Vlasicak, Account Executive, State and Local Government, Higher Education, WalkMe
• DJ Taylor, Head of Business Process Management, SAP Regulated Industries, Signavio
• David Reardon, Enterprise Account Executive, LeanIX, SAP

Topic 4: Pre-Planning to Execution for SAP S/4HANA Transformation
Deloitte will share insights and lessons learned through prior implementations to provide a valuable roadmap for public sector clients embarking on this journey, ensuring a smooth and successful transition to SAP S/4HANA.

• Joyeeta Mukherjee, Senior Manager, Deloitte Consulting LLP
   

Topic 5: Simply and Enhance Processes with Line of Business Solutions on SAP BTP

Learn how SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) simplifies and delivers innovation and agility across the enterprise, extending SAP products with enhancements that complement your unique processes. SAP BTP can mean anything, from advanced analytics, planning, business AI, integration, and application development. These are all made possible by SAP BTP, where solutions can be quickly customized to user requirements. But with ready-made, pre-built content, Sierra Digital brings structure to the user’s SAP BTP journey. In this session, attendees will see SAP BTP use cases brought to life in value-driven success stories from Sierra Digital.

• Akshay Mohla, Senior Business Development Executive, Sierra Digital