Stoneridge Connect Leadership Summit

Get settled in and enjoy lunch before we kick off the workshop.

Leading in Uncertain Times

Matt Norman, Norman & Associates

Organizations today face continuous change which can lead to uncertainty. Changes engage us internally through events such as reorganizations and hiring. They engage us externally through changes in our marketplace, through the evolving expectations of our clients, and through innovation.

Leading a changing organization is a demanding responsibility. This workshop examines the challenges of executive-level change leadership, the common pitfalls leaders encounter, and the tools to overcome them.

In order to accomplish this we will:

• Define the challenges of change
• Avoid the most common change leadership mistakes
• Identify ways to lead others and manage ourselves during
• organizational change & uncertain times
• Practice key executive leadership behaviors to demonstrate in uncertain times
• Communicate in a way that maximizes engagement and buy-in through change
• Review a proven mental model for increasing resilience

Welcome Reception

Location: Orchestra Hall

Join us for a social evening located at the Minneapolis Orchestra Hall with food, fun, and festive favors!

Enjoy breakfast and coffee to get ready for the big day.

Keynote: How to Build Your Company's AI Strategy

Eric Newell, CEO, Stoneridge Software

Explore how today’s frenzy of innovation and interest in AI mirrors other transformative moments in history and what it means for your organization. Learn best practices to chart your company's path forward with AI.

Unlock the Power of Your Data with AI Business Solutions

Muhammad Aurangzeb, Senior Partner Solution Architect for AI Business Solutions, Microsoft

Most organizations already have the data needed to improve growth, cash, and customer experience—the challenge is access, trust, and actionability. In this session, we show how leaders can connect ERP and CRM data into a single, governed view (Microsoft Fabric), see and fix process bottlenecks (Power Platform Process Mining), standardize business‑grade KPIs (Dynamics 365 Business Performance Analytics), and close the loop with scenario planning and write‑back to execution (Dynamics 365 Planning add‑in). The result: faster decisions, fewer manual steps, and measurable improvements in cycle time, revenue, and working capital.

From Insight to Impact:
Designing the Future of Work with Copilot Agent Studio

Scott Frappier, Chief Software Architect, Stoneridge Software

AI is no longer emerging—it’s actively reshaping how businesses operate and innovate. In this session, you’ll move beyond theory to see Microsoft Copilot Agent Studio in action and explore how intelligent agents can drive scalable, human-centered transformation.

Featuring live demos and a practical exercise focused on what processes in your business today can be AI-enabled. 

Laying the Groundwork:
Driving Business Value with Copilot for M365

Tracy Ottenstroer, Account Manager, Stoneridge Software

In this session we will share how organizations can move from curiosity to capability with Copilot for M365 and in D365. Learn how to build a foundation for success by aligning Copilot use with business value, preparing your security posture, and driving user adoption.

The session includes a live interview with Ryan Baune, executive sponsor of Winmark’s Flight Plan, offering real-world insights into leading Copilot transformation from the top.

Setting the Stage:
Preparing for Powerful Roundtable Conversations

Enjoy a catered lunch with fellow guests and Stoneridge team members.

Roundtables: Real Conversations, Real Impact

Join fellow leaders for dynamic roundtable discussions centered on a curated set of topics. Each table is designed to spark peer-to-peer dialogue around real-world use cases, practical challenges, and key themes in technology leadership.

You’ll have the opportunity to select 4 out of 8 topics that resonate most with your role and interests. Guided prompts and live examples will help fuel meaningful, focused conversations, while dedicated facilitators at each table will capture insights and encourage knowledge sharing across the room.

More session information coming soon!

Celebration Happy Hour and Closing Message

Join us for a closing message as we end our day with a celebratory happy hour.