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title: 04/07/26 – AI News & Gurus
description: Join us on Apr 7, 2026 at 9PT/12ET to explore emerging AI capabilities and practical use cases for distribution leaders.
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## **AI News and Gurus: The Show for Intelligent Distributors**
### **Available on-demand**
AI capabilities continue evolving rapidly across operations, sales, and service. Leaders need quick, accurate updates on what’s ready for deployment.
This episode highlights emerging capabilities, practical use cases, and risk considerations for distributors adopting AI in Q2.
**Key Takeaways**
**Join Us**
Attend to stay ahead of rapidly evolving AI expectations.
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**Industry Guest**
###### Steven Javor Head of Digital Customer Experience & eCommerce, Schneider Electric Canada
**Technology Guest**
###### Jonathan Meyer Senior Solutions Engineer, HawkSearch by Bridgeline
#### **About our sponsor:**
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#### **About our industry guest:**
### **Steven Javor**
**Head of Digital Customer Experience & eCommerce, Schneider Electric Canada**
Steven Javor is a leading voice in AI-driven digital transformation, specializing in SEO, AEO, GEO, and AIO— the emerging stack redefining how buyers discover, evaluate, and purchase in B2B markets. His work on AI visibility, citable content frameworks, and AI-powered customer journeys has positioned him as a recognized expert across the industry.
#### **About our technology guest:**
### **Jonathan Meyer**
**Senior Solutions Engineer, HawkSearch by Bridgeline**
Jonathan Meyer is a Senior Solutions Engineer known for translating complex technology into clear, compelling narratives that resonate with both technical and business audiences. With a background in technical support, he has honed a strong ability to distill intricate systems into practical insights, while his natural communication skills bring energy and clarity to every interaction. Jonathan specializes in delivering tailored eCommerce solution demonstrations for organizations ranging from emerging businesses to global enterprises across B2B, B2C, and enterprise environments, making him a trusted advisor and key partner in driving successful digital commerce initiatives.
#### **About our hosts:**
### **Brian Hopkins**
**Chief Operations Officer, Distribution Strategy Group**
Brian Hopkins is recognized for his expertise in customer service and operational efficiency within the industrial distribution sector. His career trajectory showcases a series of impactful leadership roles, marked by innovation and strategic growth.
### **Brooks Hamilton**
**Founder and CEO, AI Strategy Advisors**
Brooks Hamilton is the founder and CEO of AI Strategy Advisors, which helps large enterprises build and implement AI strategies. With a deep understanding of both AI technology and business operations, his company is positioned to help organizations navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape. Previously, Brooks held executive positions at Zilliant, where he worked with dozens of leading distributors to design and deploy AI sales, pricing, and revenue management applications.
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