For many Ontario manufacturers, the question isn’t if AI can create value, but how to approach it. Artificial Intelligence is changing how businesses plan, operate, and grow. Should you buy ready-made solutions or build your own? This session will provide a practical framework for making that decision and identifying opportunities where AI can deliver real ROI in your operations.

Speaker: John Galbraith

John Galbraith is the co-founder of Evormore, where he helps manufacturers build practical AI and data capabilities from the ground up. He challenges the traditional tech narrative by focusing on empowering teams to solve their own problems using accessible tools, open-source platforms, and sovereign infrastructure. John’s work blends real-world manufacturing experience with a commitment to long-term resilience, data ownership, and grassroots innovation.

About Evormore

Evormore empowers businesses to take control of their data and technology infrastructure by providing secure, Canadian-hosted servers and open-source software tailored to their needs. The company eliminates costly per-user fees for essential tools like AI, CRM, and ERP, while offering access to private and sovereign AI models. Beyond just technology, Evormore supports the human side of adoption, ensuring teams can fully leverage new tools for real business impact. By shifting technology investments from operational expenses to assets on the balance sheet, businesses can focus on growth and innovation. Evormore's mission is to help companies achieve long-term success through digital sovereignty, capability building, and empowering people to solve complex business challenges.

Agenda

Time Details
8:30 a.m. Registration and breakfast
9:00 a.m.

Presentation