Executive Forum at AWS Summit New York City

Executive Forum lounge opens. Breakfast and coffee served. 

Invite only. Industry focused discussions hosted by AWS.

At AWS, we believe builders should have the freedom to invent anything. Today, AI agents are transforming what’s possible. Join us to learn how AWS makes it easier than ever to build, deploy, and scale agents. Hear from customers achieving breakthroughs by integrating AI into their operations. Discover where agents are heading, and how AWS is removing every barrier between your imagination and reality.

Sessions to resume at 1:30pm

Speaker: Rich Geraffo, VP & Managing Director, NAMER, AWS

In this intimate conversation, we'll discuss AWS's latest AI announcements and innovations, including breakthroughs in generative and agentic AI that are reshaping industries. Discover practical strategies for moving beyond pilot programs to enterprise-scale AI deployment, and learn how leading organizations are leveraging AWS's comprehensive AI solutions to drive measurable business outcomes.

Speaker: Swami Sivasubramanian, VP Agentic AI, AWS
Moderator: Jill Fariss, VP AWS Support    

In a landscape of rapid AI evolution and daily headlines, senior leaders need clarity on what Agentic AI means for their business. This session cuts through the noise to provide a practical understanding of autonomous AI agents and their strategic implications for your organization. We will demystify Agentic AI and focus on what matters most to leaders. We will share how both management and architecture models will need to evolve to get value out of the autonomous AI systems.

Speaker: Ishit Vachhrajani, Director of Technology, AI & Executive in Residence, AWS

For years, technology leaders have been working to position IT as a strategic partner to the business, not just a cost center. That journey hasn't changed, but the landscape around it has shifted dramatically. The arrival of generative and agentic AI has compressed timelines, raised the stakes on data readiness, and introduced entirely new questions around governance, talent, and investment that boards and executive teams are asking right now. In this panel discussion, technology executives from across industries share how they are navigating this accelerated environment, balancing long-standing transformation priorities with the urgency and opportunity that AI now brings. Expect candid perspectives on what's working, what's proving harder than expected, and how leaders are building the organizational muscle to keep pace.

Speaker: Beth Fatusin, Managing Director, Head of AWS Financial Services 

In Formula 1, victories depend on turning millions of data points into winning decisions. Organizations can apply this same precision to unlock value from underutilized data assets. Drawing from F1's model, we present a three-part framework for data excellence: customer-focused decisions, dynamic people- powered strategies, and market-reive structures. Learn practical approaches to evolve your data strategy into a business advantage in the AI era.

Speaker: Tom Godden, Executive in Residence, AWS

Generative and agentic AI have compressed decision timelines and raised questions that span every corner of the enterprise — from capital allocation and talent strategy to cybersecurity and operating model design. No single leader can answer them alone. This panel brings together CFO, CHRO, and CISO perspectives to explore how the most effective executive teams are working cross-functionally to drive AI at scale.

Speakers: Chris Hennesey, Executive in Residence, AWS; Lindsey Drake, VP Finance, AWS Solutions 

Executive Forum at AWS Summit New York City is designed for Vice President and C-level executives and intended for buyers of AWS services. This invitation-only experience is crafted for our top visionary leaders, offering a unique opportunity to explore groundbreaking innovations, forge meaningful connections, and transform bold ideas into actionable strategies.   If you are a partner of AWS, we encourage you to register for AWS Partner Summit New York City.

Executive Forum at AWS Summit New York City will take place on June 17, 2026 from 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM at the North Javits Convention Center in New York. See the detailed agenda on the agenda section.

The North Javits Convention Center is located at 445 11th Ave, New York, NY between 38th and 40th streets. Whether you are local, driving or flying, we have directions for you.

Customers invited to Executive Forum at AWS Summit New York City will enjoy:

•  A private executive lounge for networking, focused discussions, and reflection.
•  Curated executive-level content, including thought leadership sessions and strategic insights.
• A complimentary all-access pass to AWS Summit New York City 2026 on June 17, 2026.

No, the event is complimentary.

Upon completing the online registration, you will receive an email confirming your registration. Please check your spam mail folder if you do not receive this within 24 hours of registering.

We will offer meals for all dietary requirements.

Yes. All attendees must be at least 18 years of age on the day they pick up their conference badge.

We’ll have the following services available the duration of the Summit: ASL (American Sign Language), CART (Communication Access Real-Time Translation), mobility device rentals, assistive listening, and dispersed and designated seating. To inquire about any of these services or to request a service you don’t see listed, please reach out to customer support at aws-summit-support@amazon.com at least one week prior to the event. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations.

If you have questions that were not addressed here, changes to your registration, or general feedback, please contact us at aws-summit-support@amazon.com.