On Demand until April 16, 2025
Duration: 45 minutes
Abstract
Artificial intelligence continues to transform every aspect of new product development—from consumer insights, product and ingredient trends, speed to market to automation and cost take outs. Where did AI and other technologies make inroads in 2023—and what’s ahead in 2024? Microsoft Client Delivery Partners Billy Gillispie and Andrew Daly give food executives a dynamic, inside look at where new products meet the world of new technologies, artificial intelligence and the digital metaverse In this session, attendees will learn how to leverage artificial intelligence and other digital technologies to:
- Mine consumer attitudes & actions
- Reduce consumer insights cost, speed
- Identify emerging ingredients & product discussions
- Support rapid product prototype work
- Enhance overall R&D teamwork
Billy Gillispie Client Delivery Partner Microsoft In 1979 Billy started his grocery career as a bag boy at Jewel Osco in Chicago and spent 30 years in the grocery business working just about every job available with his last role as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Merchandising at SUPERVALU. Before joining Microsoft in December 2021, Billy worked at IBM Global Business Services where he became known as the “Grocery Guy,” and worked with grocers in 26 countries transforming their customer and associate experiences with data and technology. Billy started the Grocery Industry at IBM, which focused on tailoring points of view and solutions for grocery. At Microsoft, Bill is creating a new role called Client Delivery Partner that brings industry expertise, client focus and innovative solution selling to Microsoft, while starting a Grocery Industry group of people.
Billy frequently speaks at Grocery Industry events and guest lectures at Western Michigan University’s Haworth College of Business on Sales Strategy and the Grocery Industry, where he also sits on their Board of Advisors.
In 1999, Billy was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, and over the past 22 years has become a strong advocate for those living with MS, and to-date, “Team Gillispie” has raised $2.27 million toward research to find a cure. Billy also serves on the Greater Illinois Board of Directors, and often speaks at MS events.
From their kitchen in Chicago, Billy and Gretchen started a program preparing and serving meals to the hungry and less fortunate communities in the city. Over the past 3 years 63,000 meals have been served.
Andy Daly Client Delivery Partner Microsoft Andy has over 20 years of experience in the manufacturing industry across operations, supply chain, management systems, and product development. He started his career on the shop floor with General Motors, which shaped his views on how important it is to be amid the operation if you wish to realize value and deliver results. Since then, Andy has worked for and collaborated with industry leaders in Automotive, Food, CPG, Energy, and Chemicals on ways to innovate and improve their businesses.
Curious by nature, he has been willing to take on unique challenges throughout his career and moving to Microsoft in 2014 allowed him to greatly expand his knowledge base on the intersection of technology and manufacturing. In his current role as a Client Delivery Partner with Microsoft, Andy is focused on helping clients across industries adopt and adapt technology to meet their business needs and deliver value using technology.
Andy has an undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, from Western Michigan University, and a master’s degree in manufacturing operations from Kettering University. Andy lives in the Metro Detroit area with his wife Jennifer, and their two children Shane and Vivian. He finds balance in life through supporting the LACASA organization near his hometown, getting outside with his family, and traveling.
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