Exploring Practical Software Engineering Leadership in an AI Era

A forum for senior leaders in the mid-west exploring practical software leadership & real-world AI transformation in 2026

In a time when artificial intelligence is reshaping how software is built, delivered and led, engineering leaders face an unprecedented opportunity (and responsibility) to evolve.

To support that journey, Treaty Software is proud to host the “Exploring Practical Software Engineering Leadership in an AI Era” Forum, a focused gathering of senior engineering leaders, CTOs, founders and technology decision-makers.

This exclusive event brings together industry experts, operators and innovators to explore the real-world leadership challenges (and opportunities) created by AI driven transformation. Through practical insights, lived experience and candid discussion, attendees will gain actionable guidance they can apply to their teams and organisations immediately.

Featured Speakers:

This year’s forum will include thought leaders and practitioners who are shaping the future of engineering leadership:

• John Savage - Strategic Software Consultant & Professor
• Mark O'Brien - Fractional CTO, Treaty Software
• Jason Griffin - Vice President, Software Tools & AI Strategy, Analog
• Lucia Macari - Director of Operations, BBBY Ireland
• John Kelly - Owner, Ketecso
• Chris Exton - Immersive Software Engineering Course Director, UL
• Gillian Barry - Head of Innovation & Enterprise, TUS
• David Keating - Group Chief Operations Officer, EI Electronics
• Louise Heanue - AI Portfolio Manager, Eaton
• Colm Daly - UAT Lead, Chill Insurance
• Ruairi O'Brien - Head of Applications, Development and Engineering, Chill Insurance
• Patrick Quinn - Senior Director of Software Engineering, Bed Bath and Beyond

Agenda details will be announced soon.

What to Expect:

• Practical frameworks for leading software teams in an AI augmented environment
• Insights on organisational change, culture, skills evolution and AI driven delivery models
• Real stories from leaders guiding teams through transformation
• Opportunities to connect with peers tackling similar challenges
• A forward-looking discussion on what engineering leadership will require next

This forum is designed to foster open, high-value dialogue among experienced leaders.