DIGITAL SMART LEADERS AI - DRIVEN LEADERSHIP STRATEGY TO EXECUTION

AGENDA

  • 08:30 – 09:00Executive Arrival & Networking Coffee

    Arrival and introductions with structured networking.

  • 09:15 – 09:25Chairperson Opening Insights: Setting The Digital Agenda

    MR. ZARRAR KHAN
    Federal Secretary - Ministry of IT and Telecom - Pakistan

  • 09:25 – 09:55AI-Powered Leadership: The Next Frontier

    POWER BOOST KEYNOTE
    This session explores how leaders can harness AI not just as a tool but as a strategic mindset to amplify decision-making, boost productivity, and drive culture change. The speaker will share vision, challenges, and use cases of implementing AI in leadership settings.

    • The role of AI in shaping modern leadership styles
    • Augmented decision-making: humans + algorithms
    • From data to insight: enabling strategic foresight
    • Overcoming resistance: AI adoption within teams

    Warren Knight
    AI, Digital Leadership & Digital Transformation Consultant - WKI Limited.

  • 09:55 – 10:25HR & Leadership In The Digital Age: Redesigning The Organization

    FUTURE READINESS SPOTLIGHT

    This session focuses on how HR and L&D leaders are redesigning structures to attract, retain, and upskill digital talent. From new leadership capabilities to agile workforce planning, discover how the people agenda is reshaping the digital enterprise.

    • Evolving leadership competencies in digital businesses
    • Rethinking roles, structures, and performance
    • Upskilling and reskilling: how to act fast
    • Embedding agility and accountability

    Jawad Gilani
    Group Head HR & Communication - Packages Group

  • 10:30 - 11:00Executive Coffee Dialogue

  • 11:00 - 11:45Smart Leadership In Pakistan – Building The Digital Economy

    C-SUITE EXCHANGE

    Join us for a dynamic panel discussion featuring visionary leaders from Pakistan’s telecom, banking, government, and tech sectors as they share how they’re shaping the future through digital transformation. As AI continues to redefine industries, this conversation will spotlight the bold strategies, smart decisions, and innovative leadership driving progress across the nation.
    Key Discussion Themes:

    • The evolving role of AI and digital transformation in key sectors
    • Navigating Pakistan’s unique cultural, operational, and regulatory challenges
    • Bridging global technology trends with local economic realities
    • Real-world success stories of digital innovation and impactful leadership
    • How forward-thinking leaders are transforming legacy systems from within

    Facilitator:
    Areen Shahid

    Consultant - Women Development Department 

    BOARD OF EXPERTS:

    • Warren Knight
      WKI Limited
    • Shahzad Khan
      Chief Business Officer easypaisa Digital Bank
    • Kanwal Asghar
      VP Digital Business Mobilink Microfinance Bank
    • Dr. Sonia Saleem
      Founder/CEO- Socio Engineering Technologies Focal Person Prime Minister’s Youth Program
  • 11:45 – 12:15Digital Culture & Mindset Shifts For Future Growth

    TRANSFORMATION PLAYBOOK TALK

    Culture is the biggest barrier—or accelerator—of transformation. This session focus on behaviors, rituals, and systems enabling digital-first culture.

    • Shifting mindsets: from control to creativity
    • Measuring and influencing digital readiness
    • Culture-building tactics for hybrid, remote, and AI-native teams
    • Role of leadership in driving values-driven change

    Aamer Ejaz

    President Digital Platforms - Jazz

  • 12:15 – 12:50AI Governance, Ethics & Policy For Business

    EXECUTIVE INSIGHT SESSION

    Leaders need to think beyond functionality to responsibility. This session explores the legal, ethical, and operational implications of AI in business environments.

    • The emerging global AI governance landscape
    • Bias, fairness, and transparency in models
    • Corporate accountability and compliance strategies
    • Building internal AI governance frameworks

    Faisal Anwar
    Chief Information Officer - HBL

  • 01:00 – 02:00Networking Lunch

  • 02:00 – 05:15Workshop Commencement

  • 05:15 - 05:30Wrap-Up Reflections & Preview Of Day 2

  • 08:30 – 09:00Executive Arrival & Networking Coffee

    Networking on arrival with guided introductions.

  • 09:05 – 09:15Day 2 Kickstart: Framing The CEO Agenda

    Day 2 reset focused on execution and measurable outcomes.

  • 09:15 – 09:45The New CEO Agenda — Digital, Data & Agility

    FUTURE FOCUS SPOTLIGHT

    Today’s CEOs face a transformed landscape — one driven by rapid change and digital disruption. Modern leaders must be visionaries, transformation agents, and culture shapers. This session explores how executives can lead with agility, drive innovation, and embed digital strategy at the core of their organizations.

    • How business strategy is being reshaped by digital forces
    • The C-suite's role in cultural and mindset shift
    • From IT to enterprise-wide transformation
    • Key questions CEOs should ask before approving a digital roadmap

    Qaiser Abbas
    International Award-Winning Leadership Coach & Bestselling Author

  • 09:45 – 10:15Winning In The Age Of Disruption

    POWER INSIGHT SESSION

    What can traditional companies learn from the speed, adaptability, and innovation DNA of digital-native businesses? This session explores the mindsets, models and how corporates can apply these insights without compromising on structure or scale.

    • Innovation at speed: how startups move fast
    • Operating models built for scale and experimentation
    • Fail-fast vs. enterprise caution: the balancing act
    • Collaborating with tech partners and ecosystems

    Telenor Pakistan

  • 10:15 - 10:45Executive Coffee Dialogue

  • 10:45 - 11:45BOARDROOM DIALOGUE

    The Future Ready CEO

    Panel of executives on governance, incentives, and metrics for AI programs.

    In an era defined by rapid change, emerging technologies, and constant disruption, CEOs are being called to lead differently. This panel explores how executive leadership is evolving—shifting from traditional command-and-control models to purpose-driven, adaptable, and human-centered approaches.

    Discover how the most forward-thinking leaders are embracing innovation, fostering resilience, and preparing their organizations—and themselves—for a future that’s already here.

    Key Discussion Themes:

    • What does it truly mean to be a “future-ready” leader in the AI era?
    • Rethinking disruption: how top executives can lead with vision, not fear
    • Building leadership teams that are agile, inclusive, and digitally fluent
    • The personal evolution of leaders in times of transformation
    • Future-proofing talent, culture, and strategy for 2030 and beyond

    Facilitator:

    Cynia Ejaz
    Head of Learning and Innovation Telenor

    BOARD OF EXPERTS:

    • Daniel STO
      Senior Expert Trainer & Founder
    • Qaiser Abbas
      International Award-Winning Leadership Coach & Bestselling Author
    • Ijlal Jafri
      Group Chief Information Officer Martin Dow - Pakistan
    • Rehan Akhtar
      Founder & CEO Digital Miles - Pakistan
  • 11:45 – 12:20TRANSFORMATION SPOTLIGHT

    Women In AI — Leading The New Transformation

    This session spotlights the role of women leaders in driving innovation and AI transformation. The speaker will share lessons, barriers, and strategies from their journey — and inspire inclusive leadership.

    • Breaking bias: representation and reality in tech leadership
    • Inclusive design and AI: the female perspective
    • Mentorship, networks, and systemic change
    • Real-world initiatives and success stories

    Sadaf Shaikh

    Chief Information Officer Shan Foods

  • 12:20 – 12:50FUTURE VALUE SPOTLIGHT

    AI With Purpose — Driving Business Value, Not Buzz

    Beyond automation, Generative AI is redefining how leaders think, create, and operate. This talk will explore applications of GenAI in ideation, innovation, and business growth.

    • Identifying use cases that drive ROI
    • From automation to augmentation: what AI can really do
    • Case examples from telecom, finance, and HR
    • How to avoid blind spots and ethical risks
  • 01:00 – 02:00Networking Lunch

  • 02:00 – 05:00Workshop Commencement

  • 05:00 - 05:30CEO Takeaways & Playbook Handover

09:00

SESSION 1

09:30

SESSION 2

11:15

SESSION 3

13:30

SESSION 4

The AI Strategy Roadmap

AI Readiness Assessment

Governance, Risk, and Ethical Leadership

Define Accountability & Organizational Change

09:00

SESSION 5

10:30

SESSION 6

10:30

SESSION 7

10:30

SESSION 8

Implementation Planning

Project Planning & No-Code Tooling

Scaling, Infrastructure & Data Strategy

Use Case Builder & Executive Review