Automation & AI unleashed. Real outcomes. Peer strategies. Enterprise impact.
A private, in-person summit on enterprise automation. Hands-on learning, unfiltered case studies, and high-value networking — no vendor pitches.
Why You're Here
A summit that respects your time.
Three commitments that have defined LEANutopia for twelve years — and the reason senior automation leaders return each year.
No vendor pitches.
Peer-driven content only. Unbiased, unencumbered by product agendas — just what's working at companies like yours.
Real case studies.
Before and after results from named enterprises. The wins, the missteps, and the actual ROI figures behind them.
Hands-on learning.
Immersive sessions, deep roundtables, and direct access to practitioners. Not a passive conference.
The Program
A single, well-paced day.
Six hours of curated content, an extended roundtable, and a cocktail hour built for the conversations that happen between sessions.
01
1:00 — 1:15 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Event vision, goals, and spotlight on agentic AI, enterprise automation, and transformative integration.
Opening
Mark Orzen, CEO
02
1:15 — 2:30 PM
GenAI & Enterprise Automation Foundations
GenAI LLM models & corporate expectations. Leveraging, adapting, and integrating AI technologies. Governance, security strategies, and risk management. Intake blueprints, ROI justification, investment budgeting. Grants, credits, and tax relief opportunities.
Keynote
Governance ROI
03
2:30 — 3:50 PM
Enterprise Automation in Practice — Peer Case Studies
The platforms, the patterns, and the people running them in production.
Featured technologies:
- UiPath — agentic capabilities, workflow design, Maestro orchestration, bots, and the latest AI advancements.
- Precisely — Automate Studio and Automate Evolve in production, including the new agentic overview and MCP innovations.
Peer spotlights — before-and-after case studies with practical takeaways:
- Jason King, Global Master Data Specialist, Loparex Corp.
- Robert Adkins, MDM Specialist, Ashland Chemical.
- A senior practitioner from a global pharmaceutical manufacturer's Global Applications Management team.
04
3:50 — 5:00 PM
Peer-to-Peer Discussions & Wrap-Up
Extended open roundtables for sharing experiences, deep Q&A, cross-pollination of ideas, and key takeaways from the day. Signature CPS raffle picks and closing remarks.
Roundtable Q&A
Open format
05
5:00 — 7:00 PM
Cocktail Hour & Networking
Relaxed mingling, premium appetizers, drinks, and deeper connections with automation leaders, innovators, and practitioners.
Hosted Networking
The Setting
Inn Walden — an exurban oasis in the Western Reserve.
For the second consecutive year, LEANutopia is hosted at the esteemed Inn Walden in Aurora, Ohio — Ohio's only AAA Five Diamond-rated inn and a Travelers' Choice honoree. The award-winning Spa Walden is ranked among Spas of America's Top 100 Spas of 2025.
Hosted & Facilitated By
Clear Process Solutions.
CPS is a leading enterprise automation and AI consultancy, streamlining the value of data and people through business process automation, RPA, and agentic AI-driven solutions. Our vision is to be the most trusted automation planning and enablement partner globally — delivering strategic alignment and cutting-edge outcomes for enterprise transformation.
The History
Twelve years, one quiet conviction.
Founded in 2014 to enlighten and humanize end-user communities navigating digital transformation — detached from feature-driven narratives and vendor sales agendas.
“LEANutopia brings together advancing innovation ideas in a venue that is well organized to share ideas and impact worthwhile causes.”
— Moen, Inaugural Host
“Invaluable process ideas that can scale automations into the enterprise. Appreciate hearing from other SAP global leaders.”
— SAP Leadership, Returning Attendee
“Unique, unbiased, and unencumbered by product vendors — sharing BPA, RPA ideas, ROI, and best practices.”
— Dave Drake, Marathon Petroleum
Where to stay.
We recommend staying at Inn Walden if rooms are available. Below, a curated set of alternatives within ten minutes of the venue.
| Hotel | Style | Notable Features | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inn Walden Host | Luxury boutique resort | Spa, golf, fine dining, outdoor pool | 4.7 |
| Aurora Inn Hotel | Historic / cozy | Indoor pool, sauna, restaurant | 4.5 |
| The Bertram Inn | Full-service inn | Outdoor pool, 2 restaurants | 4.1 |
| Mario's International Spa | Spa boutique | Spa, indoor & outdoor pools | 3.7 |
| Hilton Garden Inn | Modern chain | Indoor pool, business amenities | 4.4 |
Reserve a place at the table.
LEANutopia is an invitation-only gathering. Tell us a little about your work and we'll be in touch within two business days to confirm your seat.
When
Wed · July 15, 2026 · 1:00 PM EST
Where
Inn Walden · Aurora, Ohio
Format
In-person only
Investment
Complimentary for qualifying enterprise practitioners
Travel
Limited travel credits available — inquire
LEANutopia Registration
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