AI Evenings NYC: Turning Generative & Agentic AI into an Enterprise Capability

Generative AI tools promise a step-change in productivity, but realizing their full return on investment requires more than deployment. This session explores what it really takes to move GenAI from pilot programs to a foundational, enterprise-wide advantage.

BrainStation New York
Wed, Jan 21, 2026
2026-01-21T23:00:00.0000000Z – 2026-01-22T00:30:00.0000000Z

136 Crosby St, 4th Floor, New York City, NY How to get here
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80k+ attendees globally
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Janina Peterek

Global Executive Sponsor Program Lead

Janina Peterek

Global Executive Sponsor Program Lead

Led by Janina Peterek, Global Executive Sponsor Program Lead at Google, this talk shares real-world lessons from scaling generative AI inside large organizations. Learn how leadership alignment, governance, and operational readiness enable organizations to unlock value, and transition from simple AI features to agentic workflows that manage end-to-end business processes.

Janina Peterek

Global Executive Sponsor Program Lead

Janina Peterek is the Global Executive Sponsor Program Lead at Google, where she drives initiatives that strengthen cross‑organizational partnership and strategic alignment at the highest levels of the company. She focuses on fostering leadership collaboration, inclusive culture, and long‑term strategic impact across global teams.

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Strategic Executive Alignment: From Sponsor to Driver

Why CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, or CISOs must be active drivers, not just endorsers, of AI transformation. This section shows how to redefine leadership, align C-level stakeholders, manage change, and set up governance and an executive AI center of excellence.
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The Organizational Blueprint for Adoption & ROI: Design AI-First Workflows

How to design AI-first workflows that deliver real value. Learn to restructure processes across sales, engineering, and operations, identify high-impact use cases, and build ROI-driven business cases that enable adoption and measurable growth.
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Managing Trust and Scaling with Enterprise Integrity: Scale Securely

Scaling AI securely from day one is crucial. This section covers enterprise security, data sovereignty, ethical guardrails, and compliance, showing how to build trust while enabling rapid innovation on a scalable, customizable foundation.

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What's Included

Gourmet Light Refreshments – Enjoy a curated selection of artisanal bites and small plates, perfect for connecting with colleagues.
Settle in for easy conversation and good company in a warm, welcoming space. With a thoughtful selection of beer and wine on hand, it’s the perfect backdrop for winding down or catching up.

Have dietary restrictions?

To ensure we can accommodate your dietary needs, please inform us at least 48 hours before the workshop start date.

How to Get Here

BrainStation New York

136 Crosby St, 4th Floor, New York City, NY 10012

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Finding Your Way

Located on Crosby St just south of Houston between Broadway and Lafayette, just steps away from the Lafayette B D F M train.
Entering The Building

A BrainStation team member will be waiting for you at the elevators to take you to the 4th floor.
Once You're Inside

Our staff will be there to greet you at the campus reception.