Bridging the Gap Between Generative Hype and Agentic Reality
The enterprise world is currently operating at two speeds. On the surface, Generative AI has revolutionized the "front-end" of work, democratizing content creation and rapid prototyping. Yet, beneath thesurface lies the next frontier: Agentic AI, the autonomous networks designed to execute, reason, and solve complex workflows without constant human handholding.
This panel brings together leaders from across the AI ecosystem to discuss the growing discrepancy between these two worlds. We will explore the "trust gap" in the modern workplace and the structuralchallenges of moving from AI that assists to AI that acts.
Our experts will debate about the interface vs. the engine and why the industry is obsessed with "chatting" when it should be focused on "doing." Also they will focus on workplace friction and how to manage a workforce caught between creative GenAI speed and the rigorous demands of Agentic integration. Last but not least let’s do the ROI Reality Check and have a look behind the "shiny object" phase to build a cohesive AI strategy that links front-facing creativity with back-end autonomy.
Moderation: Sebastian Hardung
Sebastian Hardung has been working in the field of PIM/MDM centric multidomain publication for over 15 years. In those years he had the opportunity to work in different roles with multiple PIM/ERP softwaredevelopers, consulting companies and their customers. At WERK II Sebastian’s responsibilities as Head of Partner Management include to further develop our partner network and create new opportunities.
Johannes Sommer
Johannes Sommer is CEO of Berlin-based AI specialist Retresco. Under his leadership, Retresco implements cross-industry automation solutions and projects in the field of generative AI and Natural Language Generation (NLG). The portfolio ranges from AI-based content assistants for editorial organizations and individual AI customer projects to successful question answering and chat solutions.
Michael Streit
With over 15 years of experience in online marketing, digital innovation, data and artificial intelligence, Michael has worked for startups and corporations such as Connexity, billiger.de, and Novartis. At Novartis Germany, he founded and headed the Data, Analytics & AI division and drove transformation in marketing, sales, finance, market access and clinical research. As a business angel, Michael now invests in B2B SaaS, mental health, nutrition and tech startups.
He works at the intersection of artificial intelligence and leadership. Michael supports executives and companies in preparing themselves and their teams for the age of AI.
Michael holds a master's degree in Digital Media Management from Bocconi University in Milan and NYU Stern in New York. Over the past two years, he has traveled the world, combining his passion forculture, curiosity, and surfing.
Michael Fieg
Michael is Managing Director for the Accenture Leadership Team. As co-lead of the Data Management & Architecture Capability Group, he is responsible for the strategic direction and operational implementation of data and AI initiatives at leading European enterprises.
With over two decades of experience in master data management, PIM, data architecture, data governance, and enterprise transformation, Michael loves to combine technical understanding with a pragmaticbusiness perspective. Prior to his current position, he was the founder and managing director of the Parsionate Group, which became part of Accenture in 2024.
Michael is a passionate thought leader on the topics of data-driven leadership, data strategy, digital value creation, and the operational use of data and AI. His focus is always on connecting technology, organizational culture, and measurable business success.
Katrin Gillett
Katrin Gillett is Senior Manager of AI Strategy and Innovation EMEA at Adobe. At the intersection of AI, creativity and strategy, Katrin helps companies integrate new technologies into creative and marketing processes in an effective and scalable way.
As a speaker, she demonstrates on national and international stages how AI has evolved from an experiment into a strategic lever for growth, differentiation and sustainable transformation.
