Speaker
Charles Thomas
North American AI Channel Business Manager HP Inc.Charles Thomas is a Channel Go‑To‑Market and AI PC Strategy Leader for North America at HP, with over 14 years of experience spanning enterprise computing, partner ecosystems, and emerging technology adoption. In his current role, Charles leads regional partner enablement and market execution for HP’s Amplify AI program, helping organizations translate AI PCs into tangible business outcomes. His work focuses on security, governance, deployment at scale, and workforce readiness. Charles is a frequent advisor and speaker on enterprise AI adoption and the evolving role of intelligent devices in modern IT environments.
Upcoming and recent events
CIO 100 Leadership Live Los Angeles
The AI era is here, and with it, AI PCs. But what’s the bigger conversation?
Thursday, April 16, 2026
11:25 - 11:45 pm
Every device refresh discussion in 2026 has the same question underneath it: Are we buying hardware or buying AI capability? But those refresh conversations also need to touch on security, ROI, and outsourcing. This session cuts through the noise on AI-powered endpoints and explores how to build a refresh strategy…