Octavio Perales | B2B Online Chicago

B2B Online Chicago 2025

April 28 - 30, 2025

Chicago Marriott Downtown

Octavio Perales

VP of Professional Services Intershop

Octavio has a 20+ year track record of successfully leading the deployment of business-enabling technologies. As Vice President of Professional Services for Intershop North America, Octavio serves as chief product evangelist and as a trusted advisor to client leadership. He is responsible for defining a path to success for our customers looking to establish or modernize their B2B e-commerce business operations and technical architecture. This includes matching business goals, budget, timeline, and integration requirements to Intershop's capabilities and professional services.

Day 1: Bridging Digital Innovation & Preparing For The Next Generation Of Buyers

11:05 AM Workshop: Why Most B2B Leaders Are Getting AI in E-Commerce Wrong—And How to Fix It Now

Separating AI Reality from Hype  

We’re at peak AI hype—and it’s making it harder than ever for manufacturers and distributors to separate real growth opportunities from empty promises. 

The fastest-growing B2B businesses aren’t chasing AI because it’s trendy. They’re strategically driving revenue, accelerating customer experiences, and rethinking how business gets done. The difference between success and wasted investments? Knowing where AI delivers real ROI—and where it doesn’t. 

Join Intershop’s e-commerce and AI experts for a no-nonsense masterclass where you’ll learn how to integrate strategic AI building blocks into your e-commerce roadmap.  

What You’ll Do in this Hands-On Workshop: 

  • AI Hype vs. Reality: Your Translation Guide 

Get a translation cheat sheet that breaks down the most overused AI claims, exposes what they really mean, and helps you navigate vendor conversations with clarity. 

  • The AI-First Framework: The 4 Building Blocks You Must Have 

Learn the key AI enablers that drive real business transformation: Copilots, Agents, Data Fabric, and AI-Driven Decision Making. Map how these building blocks fit into your business so you can plan for AI the right way. 

  • The AI Growth Levers That Are Driving Results Today.  

Deep study of the top AI use cases transforming B2B e-commerce, sales, and operations. Identify which high-value AI opportunities make sense for your business—and those to avoid. 

Why Attend: 

Most AI discussions are packed with buzzwords and unrealistic promises—this session isn’t. AI is a paradigm shift for B2B commerce, but only when used the right way. Join us to gain the insights your competitors are missing—before they leave you behind. 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Octavio.

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