Driving AI Investment Success with GenAI: Practical Strategies for 2026 - Seguridad Mania.com - España y América Latina

AI initiatives often face resistance—not because they lack potential, but because they’re seen as risky, expensive and hard to justify. Leaders are wary of “shiny-toy” projects with fragile ROI stories and unclear success criteria, fearing they’ll be left defending costly, hard-to-explain failures. In a world where attention and budgets are scarce, the real challenge isn’t building better AI models—it’s making them understandable, defensible and aligned with business priorities. This session redefines GenAI as a practical enabler, not a silver bullet. By acting as a storytelling and translation layer, GenAI can help teams simplify complex AI concepts, design pilots that feel safe and measurable and build trust with finance and leadership teams. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to position AI initiatives for success, from crafting compelling business cases to maintaining alignment through execution. Join Iñigo Antolin, Head of Data Management and Governance at The British Council, to explore how to secure funding and deliver real-world AI transformation. Key Takeaways: - How to position AI initiatives when budgets and attention are limited. - Strategies for designing pilots and metrics that finance teams trust. - Using GenAI to simplify decision-making across the funding lifecycle. - Practical tips for aligning AI initiatives with organizational priorities.