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Architecture in the Age of AI 

Date: Wednesday 20th May
Time: 1800 - 2030
Location: Zoku Amsterdam, Weesperstraat 105, 1018 VN Amsterdam, Netherlands

We're back with the second event in our Architecture in the Age of AI series — a practical look at what AI means for how architects work. Join Simon Bostock, Dave Sammut and James Donovan.

The role of the software architect has continually evolved, reshaping how we work, collaborate, and the tools we rely on. As organisations increasingly adopt AI across the software delivery lifecycle, the Architect’s role is changing once again.

There will be open conversation exploring what it means to be a modern-day architect today. We’ll share real-world stories, lessons learned, and practical experiences from the field, and reflect together on how AI is influencing decision-making, design, and leadership.

Bring your own thoughts, questions and topics, this session is as much about collective sense-making as it is about sharing perspectives.

Key Themes 

  • How the architect role is evolving in an AI-enabled SDLC
  • What changes when AI influences architectural decisions
  • What works, what doesn't, what might work?

Why Attend 

A chance to meet with peers navigating the same challenges, designed to leave you with practical insights you can apply immediately to your work.

Agenda

1800-1830Welcome Drinks 

1830-1840Welcome & Framing

1840-1940Short Talks: AI in the Architect's World

1940-2030Facilitated Architect Discussion & Dinner

2030-OnwardsOptional Networking Drinks

Hosts

Simon Bostock

Simon Bostock, Managing Director Benelux

Simon helps enterprises harness AI to transform software delivery at scale, aligning strategy and delivery for faster, smarter outcomes. With experience across product, UX, delivery, and platform strategy, he focuses on reducing strategic debt, scaling portfolios, and building adaptable, AI-ready cultures. A regular international speaker, he promotes a pragmatic, ethical approach to AI that cuts through hype and delivers lasting value.

James Donovan

James Donovan, People Lead Netherlands

For over a decade, James has built and nurtured technology communities across influential organisations including Apple and Shazam. His work focuses on bringing technologists together to learn, collaborate, and tackle meaningful challenges while improving how technology is built and delivered. At Equal Experts in the Netherlands, he now focuses on growing an AI-enabled community that connects engineers, data professionals, and leaders around modern software practices, generative AI, and values-led delivery, helping organisations adopt AI thoughtfully, responsibly, and effectively.

Speakers

Dave-Sammut

Dave Sammut, Head of Architecture EMEA, Equal Experts

Dave is a hands-on technical architect who bridges business and engineering to turn vision into execution. Working across all levels of an organisation, he drives clarity, reduces risk, and promotes technical excellence. He specialises in delivering AI solutions responsibly, using modern engineering practices and rapid iteration to integrate AI into real-world systems and deliver practical, data-driven value from day one.

Jeffrey Opdam

Jeffrey Opdam, Chapter Lead Architecture - Engineering & Reliability, ING

Jeffrey is a seasoned Dutch Technical Architect and engineer with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as Chapter Lead Architecture - Engineering and Reliability at ING, where he's been for over 6 years in various senior architecture roles.