Agenda
DairyTech 2024’s agenda is designed to help all attendees quickly understand the impact that technology is having throughout the industry.
Day 1 – Wednesday, October 23
11:30am - 3:00pm
Shamrock Foods Colorado Distribution Center Tour
Shamrock Foods is the largest independent foodservice distributor in the West and top five in the United States,serving restaurant, healthcare, hospitality, and institutional customers. The company recently opened a semi-automated foodservice distribution facility in Aurora, Colorado that offers best-in-class service and operational efficiencies to support future growth. For early arrivals to Dairy Tech, Shamrock Foods is hosting a tour of its 900,000 sq. ft. distribution facility.
3:30pm – 4:00pm
Opening Session
Scott Sexton
CEO, Ever.Ag
Michael Dykes
President and CEO, IDFA
4:00pm – 5:30pm
Keynote
Tom Edwards
Managing Director, AI
6:00pm – 6:30pm
Welcome Reception
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Dinner Sponsored by Infor
Day 2 – Thursday, October 24
7:00am – 8:00am
Networking Breakfast
8:00am
Kick Off the Day
Tom Wojno
COO, IDFA
8:05am – 9:00am
How to Leverage AI Within Dairy Processing
Jared Helenic
Sr. Account Manager – AI & Technology Platform, Infor
Jason Mischel
VP of Sales and Milk Procurement at Valley Queen Cheese Factory, Inc.
Blake Tangen
Director of Supply Chain & Risk Management at First District Association
This session will explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing dairy processing plants. Experts will discuss AI-driven solutions for quality control, production optimization, predictive maintenance, and automation of processes such as pasteurization and homogenization. Case studies will showcase the tangible benefits of integrating AI technologies to improve product consistency, reduce waste, and enhance overall efficiency in dairy processing.
Moderator: Simon Drake
9:00am – 9:45am
AI-driven Supply Chain Optimization in the Dairy Industry
Sadi Carpenter
Director, Insights and Milk Optimization at Dairy Farmers of America
Colleen Carr
Senior Director, Sales Operations at Foremost Farms USA
This session will focus on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence on dairy supply chains. Participants will learn about AI-powered demand forecasting, inventory management, logistics optimization, and supplier relationship management. Real-world examples will demonstrate how AI technologies enable dairy companies to achieve greater agility, reduce costs, minimize stockouts, and ensure product freshness while navigating complex supply chain challenges.
Moderator: Duane Banderob
9:45am – 10:30am
Breakout Roundtables
10:30am – 11:00am
Networking Break
11:00am – 11:45am
Leveraging AI for Corporate Use in Dairy Companies
Jennifer Harnish
Chief People Officer, Aurora Organic Dairy
Jason Bredimus
Vice President, IT & CISO at Shamrock Foods Company
Michael Strohmaier
Vice President, Information Technology and Services at Crystal Creamery
In this session, attendees will discover how AI is reshaping human resources management and marketing strategies within dairy companies. Speakers will delve into AI-driven recruitment and talent acquisition strategies, workforce optimization, performance management systems, and employee training programs. Practical insights will be shared on how AI tools can help dairy businesses in talent retention, skill development, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Industry experts will discuss the use of AI in consumer behavior analysis, personalized marketing campaigns, product recommendations, and social media engagement. Attendees will gain insights into leveraging AI algorithms to understand consumer preferences, target specific demographics effectively, and drive brand loyalty and sales growth in the competitive dairy market landscape. Finally, the panel will explore the essential principles of ethical AI implementation. Discover best practices for ensuring transparency, fairness, and security in AI systems, and learn how to integrate these principles into your organization.
Moderator: Tom Wojno
11:45pm – 12:30pm
Networking Lunch
12:30pm – 1:15pm
Sustainable Practices Through AI Implementation in Dairy
Matt Gould
Senior Director, Co-Lead Sustainability
Darren Wolfberg
Founder, Chairman & CEO, Triangle Systems Inc.
Adam Geissler
Director of Strategic Accounts, Augury
This session will highlight how artificial intelligence is driving sustainability initiatives across various aspects of dairy operations. Presentations will cover AI applications in energy management, waste reduction, water conservation, and carbon footprint optimization within dairy production facilities. Attendees will learn about innovative AI-driven approaches to minimize environmental impact, comply with regulatory standards, and meet consumer demand for ethically sourced and environmentally responsible dairy products.
Moderator: Mike Aquino
1:15pm – 2:00pm
Breakout Roundtables
2:00pm – 2:45pm
Closing Keynote
Elizabeth Fastiggi
GM/Global Head of Product & GTM Strategy, Agri-food/fuel/fiber at Amazon Web Services (AWS)
2:45pm – 3:30pm
Looking Towards the Future + Closing Remarks
John Church
Advisor, former Chief Transformation Officer at General Mills
Tom Wojno
COO, IDFA
Megan Boyanton
Business Reporter, the Denver Post
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