CIO Times
An interview on my professional experience and perspective on technology transformation. Direct publication URL is not yet available.
Selected appearances
Speaking & media
A selection of public conversations, event programmes and articles about enterprise AI and transformation.
My interests span enterprise AI, operating models, governance and business outcomes. The links below lead to public programmes and editorial coverage. Programme listings are identified as such and should not be mistaken for independent reporting.
3 February 2027 · confirmed participation
AI & Big Data Expo Global, London
Participation is confirmed. The official TechEx AI Leadership agenda lists a 30-minute session, “Building an Enterprise AI Roadmap That Can Adapt to What's Next,” on 3 February at 11:55–12:25.
Official speakers ↗AI Magazine · July 2026 · speaker profile
The Future of Enterprise AI
AI Magazine featured Alper in the planned London Summit panel announcement on scaling AI, governance and business value. The October 2026 event was postponed, so this is a historical speaker profile, not a completed appearance or an independent citation of a framework.
Read AI Magazine ↗Conference programme · January 2026
EEMKON 2026, Istanbul
A talk on enterprise AI transformation and value creation at the engineering congress.
Official programme ↗University event coverage · October 2026
Özyeğin University, AI as an ecosystem
A talk and conversation on enterprise AI transformation, digital work and business outcomes.
University coverage ↗Conference feature · February 2025
Cloud & 5G LIVE: Transforming connectivity
A published feature on the connections between AI, cloud and the future of telecoms.
Read the feature ↗Technology Magazine · 2024
AI-powered cloud and business transformation
Coverage of a keynote on AI-powered change in communications service providers.
Read the feature ↗Editorial references
In the press
Articles quoting my perspectives and reporting on talks. Editorial interviews and speaking coverage are distinguished below.
Shaping Mobile Voice, Data & Internet with Ericsson & Subex
Mobile Magazine spoke with me about the evolution of connectivity, 5G and AI in telecoms.
Read in Mobile Magazine ↗How Nokia & Ericsson Are Steering Net Zero & Sustainability
Telco Magazine includes my perspective on AI, network optimisation and sustainability.
Read in Telco Magazine ↗Tech & AI LIVE London: Alper Benli on AI-Powered Cloud
Technology Magazine covers my keynote on AI-native organisations, transformation and connectivity.
Read in Technology Magazine ↗5G and AI: Transforming Connectivity at Cloud & 5G LIVE
Mobile Magazine reports on my session about 5G, AI and cross-industry collaboration.
Read in Mobile Magazine ↗Recognition
Awards & recognition
High Commendation
Digital Transformation Project of the Year. The achievement received a High Commendation, not merely finalist status.
UK IT Awards ↗Best Transformation Program of the Year
Finalist in Ericsson's global internal programme awards.
For organizers and editors: Read the speaker & media kit for biographies, speaking topics, source links and editorial contact information.Direct contact: For a biography, speaking themes or an invitation, contact alper@alperbenli.com. Views expressed here are independent and not official statements on behalf of an employer.