An Invitation to Step Beyond the AI Hype

AI is everywhere right now. 75% of executives list Gen AI as a top-three strategic priority — yet only 25% say they’re seeing significant value. In some studies, that figure drops as low as 13%. The disruption caused by AI is inevitable, but the winners will be those who lean in, reshape their models, and apply AI to real business problems — not just experiments.

That’s exactly what our private roundtable dinners are designed to explore.

We bring together a curated group of around 12-15 technology and business leaders, with past attendees from HSBC, Adobe, Gymshark, and Aviva, for an evening of open, honest conversation. No sales pitches. No crowded conferences. Just smart peers, good food, and space to test ideas, challenge assumptions, and co-learn.

At our most recent roundtable, five key insights emerged:

1. AI is as much about change management as it is about technology.
2. Fear of disruption, whether to jobs or industries, must be balanced with opportunity.
3. Pilots often stall due to budget, security concerns, or unclear problem statements.
4. The future lies in AI agents working together, not in silos.
5. True innovation requires moving beyond “tinkering” to rethink core processes.

The conversation flows where the group wants, but we often touch on themes like:

• How to identify and unlock strategic AI use cases
• The maturity roadmap: from early pilots to systemic adoption
• Data readiness and Systems of Intelligence
• The emerging role of AI Agents in enhancing human experiences

It’s a chance to step back from the day-to-day noise and leave with sharper perspectives you can bring back to your business.

If you’d like to join a future roundtable, register your interest by emailing me: tom.shepherd@griffiths-waite.co.uk