The 5th Symposium on Responsible Business: AI, Between Innovation and Responsibility
On April 27, 2026, Valais Excellence, in collaboration with CimArk, will host the fifth edition of its Symposium on Responsible Business. This annual event, which brings together entrepreneurs, executives, and economic stakeholders to discuss a timely topic related to corporate social responsibility and sustainable development, will focus this year on a strategic challenge for organizations: the integration of artificial intelligence into businesses, balancing innovation opportunities with social responsibilities.
Sustainability & Responsibility in the Face of Artificial Intelligence Challenges for SMEs
In a context where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming professional practices and business models, the symposium features a series of presentations designed to inform companies about the opportunities these technologies offer, as well as the ethical, organizational, and regulatory challenges they entail.
Highlights of the program include:
- AI: Between Technological Advancement and Social Responsibility, with Dr. Serge Imboden, Professor at HES-SO Valais/Wallis
- How SMEs Create Value with AI: Insights and Limitations with Lionel May, Director at Services Techniques Alpins
- From Automation to Intelligent Assistants: Impacts on Job Roles and Organizational Structure, with Laurent Vaucher, Director of Téléverbier
- Governance, Compliance, and Risk Management: Take Action Rather Than Wait for Things to Happen! with David Imseng, CEO and Founder of recapp)
- Supporting, structuring, and funding your AI projects: resources for businesses with Bertrand Fournier, Digital Transformation Project Manager at CimArk
