Amadeus AI Leader Rodrigo Acuna Agost to Speak at Skift Data + AI Summit 2025

Rodrigo Acuna Agost, Head of Research and the AI Center of Excellence at Amadeus, will join the roster of top-tier speakers at the Skift Data + AI Summit 2025, bringing decades of expertise in artificial intelligence, operations research, and real-world travel tech innovation to the stage.

With over 20 years of experience in AI and applied research, Acuna Agost leads Amadeus’ global efforts to explore and operationalize advanced technologies across the travel industry—from airlines and airports to agencies and digital platforms. Under his leadership, Amadeus’ AI Center of Excellence has evolved into a powerhouse of innovation, with numerous research projects now in production and influencing the travel journeys of millions of passengers daily.

Rodrigo’s session at the Summit will offer attendees a deep dive into how Amadeus is using AI to optimize travel infrastructure, elevate customer experiences, and drive sustainable, data-driven transformation across the travel ecosystem.

In addition to his leadership at Amadeus, Acuna Agost is a published researcher, patent holder, and a regular presenter at international conferences. He also shares his expertise with future leaders as an AI Management instructor at SKEMA Business School in France.

At Skift Data + AI Summit 2025, Rodrigo is expected to offer powerful insights into how AI and operational data are revolutionizing the travel sector—not just in theory, but in scalable, impactful ways that are already shaping the future of mobility.

Secure your spot to hear Rodrigo Acuna Agost and other visionary leaders at Skift Live, where data and AI converge to transform travel.