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From AI Experimentation to Competitive Advantage with Surf Industry Membership Association

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Laguna Beach, CA

What's working, what's next and where leaders should focus: Riley Stricklin shares a practical, real-world view of where AI is delivering measurable business impact today.

From AI Experimentation to Competitive Advantage with Surf Industry Membership Association

Event Overview

In this industry-focused session, Riley Stricklin, Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Cadre AI, will share a practical, real-world perspective on where AI is delivering measurable business impact today, what separates organizations seeing meaningful returns from those still experimenting, and the emerging trends poised to reshape industries in the years ahead.

Drawing on Cadre AI's experience implementing AI across organizations, Riley will explore how leaders can move beyond individual tools and isolated use cases to build a more strategic approach to AI adoption, operational efficiency, and business growth.

Facilitators

Riley Stricklin, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer at Cadre AI
Riley Stricklin
Founder | Chief Strategy Officer

Riley Stricklin is Founder & Chief Strategy Officer at Cadre AI, bringing a decade of entrepreneurial experience from co-founding and scaling Lume Cube to over $100M in lifetime revenue before a successful exit. He specializes in AI strategy design, workflow automation, and helping companies bridge the gap between strategy and execution to solve real business problems with AI. A leading voice in AI transformation and leadership education, Riley delivers keynotes and executive workshops nationwide. His work at Cadre focuses on helping organizations understand, strategize, and implement AI in ways that increase EBITDA, improve productivity, and create lasting competitive advantage.