Abstract: This presentation explores how the convergence of technological innovation, generative AI, and the proliferation of healthcare data is transforming the future of medicine.

• Historical advancements enabling AI today: How breakthroughs in computing, data infrastructure, and machine learning have set the stage for AI-driven healthcare solutions.

• The importance of data in AI: Addressing challenges and opportunities in harnessing diverse health data to fuel real-world AI solutions. Data is the currency of AI.

Short Bio: Shamyla Lando is the current CTO and SVP of Labcorp, a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help health care decisions. She has over 20 years of experience in leading large-scale IT teams, overseeing enterprise architecture, cloud/Data platforms, global infrastructure and service delivery teams, enterprise/business application development, customer service operations, and Research technology teams. She has worked for prestigious organizations such as Duke Health System/School of Medicine (CTO), Mayo Clinic (Division Chair), Medtronic, and Convergys.

Shamyla is recognized as an IT futurist and transformation leader, who focuses on how technology strategy can support business growth through collaborations and partnerships. She is passionate about improving health care and well-being for the elderly and future generations through innovative technology solutions. She enjoys mentoring young women who aspire to pursue careers in technology