Moderator: Sarah Matar, Partner, Kearney
Steve Shepro, Vice President of Integrated Customer Solutions, Military Engines, Pratt & Whitney, an RTX Business
James Marzola, Global Account CTO and Technology Strategist, Microsoft
Steve Bleymaier, Brig Gen (Ret) USAF, CTO for A&D, Ansys
Erlantz Cristóbal, Executive Director of Engineering and Technology, ITP Aero
Sir Stuart Atha, Director of Training Strategy, BAE Systems Air Sector

This panel will explore the transformative impact of cutting-edge technologies and defence sectors, emphasising the role innovation in achieving superior mission efficiency, environmental sustainability, and global efficiency, environmental sustainability, and global security. Our distinguished experts will delve into how artificial intelligence, next generation engineered systems, and software defined capabilities are reshaping air superiority and defence readiness. Additionally, the discussion will highlight the importance of strengthening international partnerships to maintain a strategic advantage over adversaries. Audience members will gain valuable insights into the current and future state of air power, as well as practical approaches to integrating advanced technologies into defence strategies.