Lean TECHniques’ Chief Innovation Officer to Speak at Iowa ABI 2025 Conference

Lean TECHniques is excited to announce that Chief Innovation Officer, Tim Gifford, will be speaking at the Iowa Association of Business and Industry Taking Care of Business Conference on June 11 in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Gifford’s session, Exploring the Future of Innovation: AI and Beyond will explore emerging technologies and offer a practical approach to evaluating when and how to invest. Attendees will walk away with a clearer view of what’s next, a framework for evaluating emerging tech, and actionable insights to make smarter innovation investments.

What to Expect

AI is dominating the conversation, but it’s not the only technology reshaping the business landscape. This session will dive into innovations poised to transform key industries, exploring why some of the most impactful opportunities are often overlooked. Leaders will gain a strategic lens for identifying and leveraging the right technologies to drive efficiency, revenue growth, and long-term success.

Key Takeaways

• See Beyond the AI Buzz: Discover high-impact technologies shaping the future.
• Identify Opportunities for Business Impact: Learn how emerging tech can enhance products, streamline operations, and elevate customer experiences.
• Build a Smarter Technology Strategy: Get practical steps to integrate innovation into your business roadmap with confidence.

About Lean TECHniques

Lean TECHniques is a technology and management consultancy helping organizations maximize operational efficiency, drive innovation, and create exceptional customer experiences. By partnering with Lean TECHniques, your leaders and teams will build up the skills and confidence needed to solve today’s business challenges, adapt to change, and deliver lasting value through technology. Lean TECHniques specializes in Software Delivery, Cloud, Artificial Intelligence, Product Management and Design and Strategy & Leadership.

About Iowa Association of Business and Industry

The Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) has been the voice of Iowa business since 1903. Its mission is to provide a strong, unified voice to business and industry on issues affecting Iowa employers. ABI is comprised of member companies representing all industries and sizes in Iowa’s 99 counties. ABI members employ more than 330,000 Iowans.