CWO Dinner • UK • AI/ML
From pilot to production:Delivering measurable ROI with AI
Join us for a unique dinner networking at the award-winning Sparrow Italia, exclusively for leaders looking to launch and scale AI programmes with speed.
2 places remaining
When
Wednesday 18th March
18:30 – 21:30 GMT
Where
Sparrow Italia,
London
Who
IT, technology, and data leaders
Hosted by
Business insights
You’re invited to join your fellow business leaders for an evening of insight, five-star dining, and fine wines; courtesy of Chief Wine Officer & EPAM. Over a gourmet meal in beautiful surroundings, you’ll meet a selection of data and AI experts including Epam’s VP of Data Analytics Consulting, Tom Zglobick and Databricks’ Chief AI Officer EMEA, Maria Zervou. Together, you’ll discuss strategies for delivering tangible, scalable AI impact—moving beyond pilots into production-ready solutions. Meanwhile, you’ll also enjoy a guided fine wine tasting from wine expert, Libby Brodie; ranked number 19 in Drinks Retailing’s ‘Top 100 Most Influential’ list. Can we book you a seat at the table?
Many organisations still struggle to translate isolated AI projects into secure, cost-effective, and scalable deployments. By adopting a unified modern data architecture, forward-thinking enterprises are overcoming common pitfalls to deliver measurable value from AI; aligning business and engineering teams, while balancing speed with security and compliance. World-leading brands like Mars are already using generative AI with large language models to test new concepts on synthetic personas that mimic human-like behaviors, cutting research costs while speeding up innovation. Are you ready to learn how you can do the same?
Key discussion points
- Real world customer examples of how to securely scale Gen AI from pilot to production
- How to unify streaming, BI, and Gen AI to lower costs and enable faster decision-making
- Building the AI factory you need to drive transformative efficiency and revenue
This exclusive networking experience is open to just 12 IT and data leaders from organisations in Greater London. Invite a relevant senior colleague by contacting the Event Director—but places are filling fast, so book yours first.
What to expect
Business insights
Engage around topical subject matters contextualised by focussed, relaxed thought leadership speeches. You’ll gain relevant business insights and real-world examples of how to put these into practice.
Industry networking
In a relaxed environment, you’ll meet subject matter experts, industry leaders, and some of the best minds in your field. This is a chance to make valuable connections with your peers around your sector’s most pressing topics.
Wine and dine
Enjoy an expert-led wine tasting and fine dining experience at five-star restaurants and hotels around the world. You’ll also take part in some light competition to crown a new Chief Wine Officer. Soft drink options are also available for those who prefer an alcohol-free experience.
Guest pledge
Come prepared to contribute to discussions, think about anything specific you might like to learn, and please let us know if you won’t be able to make it on the night. We’ll take care of the rest, including introducing you to the event sponsor. So you can just enjoy the experience and tasting.
Who's attending
A few confirmed attendees: Holland and Barrett, Sky, Worldpay and The Access Group .
Speakers and hosts
Tom Zglobicki
VP, Data Analytics Consulting, EPAM
Maria Zervou
Chief AI Officer EMEA, Databricks
Libby Brodie
Wine Expert
Ciara Hazelwood
Chief Wine Officer
Your venue
Sparrow Italia, Mayfair
Modern and sustainable Italian/mediterranean cuisine
Spectacular views of Mayfair
Liv Awards winner for fine dining interior design
Sparrow Italia is a modern Italian restaurant that embodies European sophistication. Located in the prestigious London neighbourhood of Mayfair, and spread across three floors, they honour Italian hospitality tradition while serving up exceptional culinary, beverages, and service.
On the menu
Starter
AHI TUNA TARTARE avocado, truffle ponzu, crispy onions herb cracker
Main course
200G CALABRIAN CHILLI NY STRIP WITH POTATOES AND BROCCOLLI – BEAUTIFULLY PLATED Rubbed NY Strip Tuscany, Italy
Dessert
SPARROW HAZLENUT ROCHER crispy feuilletine . toasted hazlenut . nutella cream
Special dietary requirements can also be accommodated as necessary.
RSVP now: 2 places left
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Hosted by
Since 1993, EPAM Systems, Inc. has used its software engineering expertise to become a leading global provider of digital engineering, cloud and AI-enabled transformation services, and a leading business and experience consulting partner for global enterprises and ambitious startups. They address their clients’ transformation challenges by focusing EPAM Continuum’s integrated strategy, experience and technology consulting with their 30+ years of engineering execution to speed our clients’ time to market and drive greater value from their innovations and digital investments. They leverage AI and GenAI to deliver transformative solutions that accelerate their clients’ digital innovation and enhance their competitive edge.
Databricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and over 60% of the Fortune 500 — rely on Databricks to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified Data Intelligence Platform that includes Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, Lakebase and Unity Catalog.
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What to expect from
CWO Dinner?
Exclusive insights. New connections. Premium wines.This is the CWO experience.
Held at some of the finest restaurants and hotels around the world, CWO Dinner events offer an unforgettable networking experience. Hear from expert speakers while making new connections over fine dining and curated wine tasting.
After an insightful discussion, one guest will be declared the evening’s ‘Chief Wine Officer’. Will you be the best taster in the room?
From business insights to peer networking and the famous CWO competition, find out more here.