Session: AI in the C suite and driving enterprise innovation
In this opening keynote, Rowena will explore how AI has moved from a promising capability to a core leadership imperative for today’s C suite. Drawing on her experience leading global technology transformation in a highly regulated, innovation driven environment, she will share how senior leaders can harness AI to accelerate enterprise outcomes while strengthening trust, culture, and resilience.
The session will examine what differentiates organizations that successfully scale AI from those that stall at experimentation. Rowena will highlight the role of executive sponsorship, data and platform foundations, and responsible deployment in turning AI into sustained business value. She will also address the leadership mindset required to navigate rapid technological change, including how to balance speed with ethics, innovation with security, and ambition with accountability.
Bio
Rowena Yeo, Global Chief Technology Officer and Senior Vice President of Technology Services, leads the delivery of technology solutions and operational excellence for Johnson & Johnson globally.
J&J’s first woman and Asian CTO, Rowena has transformed the Technology Services organization, driving innovation and business priorities. Rowena joined J&J in 2016 and previously held leadership roles at Cargill and IBM Singapore. Boasting more than three decades of experience, Rowena has been honored with many industry recognitions. A native Singaporean, Rowena champions diversity and women’s leadership and serves on several committees and boards. She enjoys music, reading, building LEGO, and searching for otters.