In a dynamic landscape where artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping industries, Blair Technology Solutions (NOVIPRO's sister company)—in collaboration with The Globe and Mail and in partnership with IBM and HCLSoftware—hosted a forward-thinking event in May 2025 exploring AI’s real-world impact on business and IT transformation.
This exclusive event brought together technology leaders and business executives for a thought-provoking discussion inspired by the findings of the 2025 IT Trends Report. Together, they examined how Canadian organizations are embracing AI to drive value, resilience, and long-term growth.
Conference Sessions & Recordings
AI Indicators – Tracking Adoption in Canadian Business
• Luvenn Alphonso, General Manager, Blair Technology Solutions
• Armen Momejian, Head of AI Initiatives, Aldo Group
•. Moderator: April Fong, Deputy Personal Finance Editor, The Globe and Mail
Luvenn Alphonso kicked off the event with insights drawn from the 2025 IT Trends Report. His interview highlighted how AI adoption is evolving across Canadian industries—from early experimentation to strategic implementation—and the opportunities it unlocks for innovation and competitiveness.
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Pushing New Frontiers – The Future of AI in Business
• Manav Gupta, VP Technical Sales & CTO, IBM Canada
• Joyce Drohan, AI Optimist
• Moderator: April Fong, Deputy Personal Finance Editor, The Globe and Mail
Manav Gupta shared a visionary perspective on the future of artificial intelligence. He emphasized how AI is already delivering real business value through automation, enhanced decision-making, and customer experience—while outlining what’s next as AI continues to scale.
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Strategic Closing Remarks
• Alain Cormier, Chief Executive Officer, NOVIPRO Group
Alain Cormier, CEO of NOVIPRO Group, brought the event to a close with a call to action: for organizations to not only stay informed about the latest trends, but also to act decisively. He encouraged business leaders to reflect strategically on their digital transformation journey—and to leverage insights from the IT Trends Report as a roadmap for the future.
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What’s Next?
To dive deeper into the key topics discussed and guide your future strategic decisions, we invite you to explore the 2025 IT Trends Report—an essential resource that highlights the major technology trends transforming Canadian businesses.
📥 Download the 2025 IT Trends
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