The Robots are Coming... Empowering Teams to Embrace Change

Thursday, October 23, 2025

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM CT

Location: MCCNO 208- 210

Speaker(s)

Sarah Gall

Midstream Remote Operations & Optimization Manager
Phillips 66
Houston, Texas, United States
Tandra Perkins

Senior Vice President, Chief Digital and Admin Officer
Phillips 66
Houston, Texas, United States

Moderator(s)

Audrey Bonafede

Program Manager
Phillips 66
Los Angeles, California, United States

Speaker(s)

Madison Spangler

New Technologies Director
Phillips 66
Denver, Colorado, United States
Eileen Naski

Optimization & Scheduling Director
Phillips 66
Houston, Texas, United States

This session highlights the pivotal role of leadership in steering teams through the transformative era of automation and AI. Panelists, ranging from mid-level to senior executive leaders, will share their real-life successes and lessons learned, offering valuable insights for individuals at any career stage. Attendees will gain strategies for engaging and empowering teams, driving change, and ensuring the successful adoption of new technologies. Key topics include fostering a collaborative environment, effective change management, and best practices for integrating new technologies. This session promises to equip participants with actionable strategies to navigate the complexities of automation and AI, making it a must-attend for anyone looking to lead their teams through technological advancements.

Learning Objectives:

Outline steps to build a resilient digital culture.
Summarize key factors for successful technology integration.
Identify opportunities for innovation in team processes.