Agenda
Wednesday, October 21
9:00 AM to 2:00 PMCustomer Academy: Hands-On Administration of GEP Quantum Intelligence
Turn inspiration into execution with this exclusive half-day training experience for GEP customers. Combining classroom instruction with practical exercises, this in-depth workshop covers setup and administration of GEP Quantum Intelligence and equips participants with the skills and best practices needed to optimize their environments. Usually available only as a premium engagement, this session is included with your GEP INNOVATE 2026 registration, offering a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise before the conference begins. Hosted at GEP’s New York City office, with lunch and transportation provided, it’s the perfect way to start your GEP INNOVATE 2026 experience.
2:00 PM to 5:00 PMThe Agentic AI Exchange: What's New, What's Next
Join GEP's product leaders for two interactive sessions exploring the latest advances in agentic AI and what they mean for procurement and supply chain organizations. Through live discussions, demonstrations and customer conversations, you'll see how autonomous agents are evolving from assistants to orchestrators and, ultimately, to execution engines that deliver real business outcomes. Learn about the newest capabilities, emerging use cases and the roadmap shaping the future of intelligent operations. Whether you're just beginning your AI journey or already deploying agents at scale, these sessions offer a unique opportunity to engage directly with the teams building the next generation of GEP Quantum Intelligence.
5:00 PM to 7:00 PMWelcome Reception: The View at the Marriott Marquis
Kick off the conference at The View, New York City's only revolving rooftop bar and lounge, perched on the 48th floor of the Marriott Marquis. Enjoy sweeping 360° views and watch the Manhattan skyline ignite in a breathtaking sunset, the perfect setting to raise a glass and connect with fellow attendees.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
9:00 AM to 09:15 AMOpening Address: Subhash Makhija, CEO & Co-Founder, GEP
As AI, geopolitical uncertainty and supply chain disruption drive a Great Global Reset, Subhash Makhija examines the challenges and success factors defining the next era of procurement and supply chain.
09:15 to 09:45Mercedes-Benz: From Idea to Execution in Less Than 12 Months
Alexander Stenzel, Mercedes-Benz Group AG and Binayak Shrestha, GEP
In less than twelve months, Mercedes-Benz deployed an agentic platform to address spend across its global procurement operations, transforming how work gets done. This candid discussion will share key lessons from moving from pilots to deploying agentic AI at scale globally, including:
- The key decisions that enabled procurements’ rapid enterprise-scale deployment
- How teams are evolving as agents automate tasks and workflows
- Where AI is creating the greatest value today
9:45 AM to 10:30 AMLeading Under Pressure: A Conversation with Eli Manning, Two-Time Super Bowl Champion and NFL Legend
Few athletes have faced greater pressure or bigger moments than Eli Manning. Join the two-time Super Bowl MVP for a conversation on leadership, teamwork and the habits that help individuals and organizations perform at their best.
11:00 AM to 11:30 AMThe Future, Delivered: Inside the Next Generation of GEP Quantum Intelligence
Join GEP's product leadership team for an exclusive look at the latest innovations across the GEP Quantum Intelligence platform, including:
- New agentic AI capabilities and autonomous workflows
- How organizations are moving beyond automation to intelligent execution
- The key emerging technologies shaping procurement and supply chain
- GEP's product roadmap
Whether you're exploring AI or scaling it across the enterprise, this session offers a firsthand look at what's next.
11:30 AM to 12:00 PMRewired: What HPE Did Differently
Meche Hernandez, Global Strategic Sourcing Operations, HPE
How HPE, one of the world’s largest technology companies with $36 billion in revenue, redesigned the way procurement and supply chain work together. Meche Hernandez and Binayak Shrestha share practical lessons from implementing a new operating model and AI to make the supply chain more agile, resilient and competitive, enabling double-digit year-over-year growth.
1:00 PM to 1:45 PMConquering Disruption: A Conversation with Alex Gorsky, Former Chairman and CEO, Johnson & Johnson
From global supply disruptions to AI transformation, Alex Gorsky shares lessons from leading Johnson & Johnson through some of the most challenging and consequential years in its history.
1:45 PM to 2:30 PMInnovation Exchange: Expert Perspectives from GEP Partners
Leading GEP partners share practical insights on the trends, technologies and strategies shaping procurement and supply chain today, from AI and risk to sustainability and digital transformation.
Four sessions will run concurrently and be repeated, providing attendees the flexibility to choose the topics most relevant to their priorities.
3:00 PM to 3:45 PMInnovation Exchange: Expert Perspectives from GEP Partners (continued)
Leading GEP partners share practical insights on the trends, technologies and strategies shaping procurement and supply chain today, from AI and risk to sustainability and digital transformation.
Four sessions will run concurrently and be repeated, providing attendees the flexibility to choose the topics most relevant to their priorities.
3:45 to 4:45 PMThe Power Hour: Four Conversations, Great Insights
Four powerful rapid-fire conversations with GEP customers offering insights into how leading organizations create value, overcome complexity and shape the future of industry.
Speakers to be announced shortly
6:00 PMConference Dinner: Carmine's Times Square
Join us for an exclusive dinner at Carmine's Times Square. Consistently recognized as one of the best Italian restaurants in New York City by Condé Nast Traveler, Carmine's legendary Southern Italian family feasts bring the warmth, energy, and generosity of New York to the table, because the best conversations happen over a great meal
Friday, October 23, 2026
8:45 AM to 9:15 AMAI, Tech & and Trends: Leading Analyst Assessment
Independent data-driven assessment of solution providers and key trends.
Analyst to be announced shortly
9:15 AM to 10:00 AMThe Road Ahead: A Conversation with Nikki Haley, Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
The era of predictable globalization is over. Governments are intervening in markets, trade relationships are being redrawn, and geopolitical competition is reshaping global trade. Join Ambassador Nikki Haley for an essential conversation on the forces redefining global trade and supply chains, including:
- The future of U.S.-China competition
- The outlook for trade, tariffs and the new US -Mexico-Canada (USMCA) agreement
- Key lessons from recent geopolitical flashpoints
- What the 2026 elections could mean for trade and industrial policy
10:00 AM to 10:30 AMFrom Go-Live to Business Impact
Hear practical lessons from a leading global company on what it takes to successfully deploy an AI-native platform and drive adoption across procurement and supply chain operations.
Customer to be announced shortly
10:30 AM to 11:00 AMAI-Native Foundation: Customer Forum
A leading global company shares how an AI-native platform is helping simplify processes, improve visibility and create a stronger foundation for future innovation.
Customer to be announced shortly
11:45 AM to 1:00 PMThe Peer Exchange
A conference highlight, the Peer Exchange convenes delegates for candid, customer-led discussions on the topics that matter most. Hosted by GEP customers, these sessions offer an opportunity to share practical experiences, exchange ideas and learn from peers facing similar challenges. Together, participants explore solutions to the most pressing issues facing their organizations.
1:45 PM to 2:45 PMThe Peer Exchange Continues
A conference highlight, the Peer Exchange convenes delegates for candid, customer-led discussions on the topics that matter most. Hosted by GEP customers, these sessions offer an opportunity to share practical experiences, exchange ideas and learn from peers facing similar challenges. Together, participants explore solutions to the most pressing issues facing their organizations.