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LEE BARRETT

ACCENTURE
Managing Director - AI & Data for the Americas
Lee Barrett is a Managing Director at Accenture, leading AI & Data for the Americas across all industries and functions. With over 23 years at Accenture, Lee has focused on helping clients harness data and AI to deliver quantifiable business outcomes. He has led numerous large-scale, end-to-end AI transformations, bridging Business and Technology to enable true business reinvention. Lee played a pivotal role in launching Accenture’s cloud-based AI services platform and holds two patents in this area. A recognized thought leader, he regularly participates in global AI & Data summits, hosts a monthly C-Suite Leadership Forum, delivers keynotes, and contributes to podcasts and articles. Lee is also deeply passionate about Inclusion & Diversity in AI & Data and was honored last year with the Women’s Leader in Data & AI – Ally Award for his advocacy and impact.”

Speaking At

9:10 AM - 9:25 AM - 4th Floor Ballroom

MARCH 31, 2026 - Day 2

Reinvention in an Era of Acceleration

Most organizations are running AI pilots. Few are changing how they actually work. In this opening keynote, Lee Barrett will hit where AI stands today.. what's coming and what the next 2–3 years will demand of leaders. Drawing on real client examples and emerging trend signals, Lee makes the case that the real challenge isn't just embedding AI and adoption — it's reinvention: redesigning workflows, redefining value, and building the organizational muscle to scale change before competitors do.

9:25 AM - 10:00 AM - 4th Floor Ballroom

MARCH 31, 2026 - Day 2

AI on Y'ALL Street

Artificial intelligence is reshaping financial services and capital markets. In this keynote conversation, industry leaders will discuss how AI is enabling smarter risk and investment decisions, improving customer experiences, and transforming operations.