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Fortune Most Powerful Women Dinner San Francisco 2024

The Emerging CFO: Future Finance Leaders 

White Water Rafting: Brave Class II rapids and admire Utah’s stunning canyon scenery with an early-morning paddle on the Weber River in a13-foot Super Puma raft.

Fly Fishing: A summertime fishing hotspot, Park City is home to some of the most productive trout streams in the American West. Try your hand at fly rod techniques in this 3- hour session. Suitable for all levels.

Horseback Ride: Ride scenic backcountry trails and enjoy mountain views on horses trained for all levels of riders.

Hike: Gain 750 feet of elevation and walk through luscious aspen forests on this 2-hour intermediate hike to the top of Bald Mountain.

Bobsledding: Hungry for a hit of adrenaline? Reach speeds of up to 70mph in a bobsled on the Olympic Sliding Track, the home to bobsled, skeleton, and luge events at the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Games.

Pickleball: Rackets at the ready in this friendly tournament that kicks off with a quick coaching session. Suitable for novices and pickleball pros alike.

White Water Rafting: Brave Class II rapids and admire Utah’s stunning canyon scenery with an early-morning paddle on the Weber River in a13-foot Super Puma raft.
Fly Fishing: A summertime fishing hotspot, Park City is home to some of the most productive trout streams in the American West. Try your hand at fly rod techniques in this 3- hour session. Suitable for all levels.
Horseback Ride: Ride scenic backcountry trails and enjoy mountain views on horses trained for all levels of riders.
Hike: Gain 750 feet of elevation and walk through luscious aspen forests on this 2-hour intermediate hike to the top of Bald Mountain.
Bobsledding: Hungry for a hit of adrenaline? Reach speeds of up to 70mph in a bobsled on the Olympic Sliding Track, the home to bobsled, skeleton, and luge events at the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Games.
Pickleball: Rackets at the ready in this friendly tournament that kicks off with a quick coaching session. Suitable for novices and pickleball pros alike.

MORNING ACTIVITIES 

Hosted by Threshold 

Our opening night dinner will serve as an introductory meeting for Founders Forum Members and will include networking and facilitated conversation.

Fortune Hosts:
Andrew Nusca, Co-Chair, FORTUNE Founders Forum; Editorial, Director, Brainstorm TECH
Polina Pompliano, Co-Chair, FORTUNE Founders Forum; Founder, The Profile

Hosted by Threshold 
Our opening night dinner will serve as an introductory meeting for Founders Forum Members and will include networking and facilitated conversation.
Fortune Hosts: 
Andrew Nusca, Co-Chair, FORTUNE Founders Forum; Editorial, Director, Brainstorm TECH 
Polina Pompliano, Co-Chair, FORTUNE Founders Forum; Founder, The Profile

OPENING NIGHT DINNER & NETWORKING

Our lunch program will include an interactive dialogue with successful founders, who will share lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey.

Speakers: 

Lucy Guo, Founder and CEO, Passes; Co-founder, ScaleAI 

TJ Parker, Partner, Matrix Partners; Co-founder and Former CEO, PillPack

Additional speakers TBA 

Hosted by:

Andrew Nusca, Co-Chair, Fortune Founders Forum; Editorial, Director, Brainstorm TECH
Polina Pompliano, Co-Chair, Fortune Founders Forum; Founder, The Profile

Our lunch program will include an interactive dialogue with successful founders, who will share lessons learned from their entrepreneurial journey.
Speakers: 
Lucy Guo, Founder and CEO, Passes; Co-founder, ScaleAI 
TJ Parker, Partner, Matrix Partners; Co-founder and Former CEO, PillPack 
Additional speakers TBA 
Hosted by: 
Andrew Nusca, Co-Chair, Fortune Founders Forum; Editorial, Director, Brainstorm TECH 
Polina Pompliano, Co-Chair, Fortune Founders Forum; Founder, The Profile

LUNCH AND PROGRAM: FOUNDERS’ STORIES, LESSONS, AND TOOLS FOR SUCCESS

Join the larger Brainstorm TECH community for afternoon and evening programming. For details reference the main agenda <a href="https://fortune.com/conferences/fortune-brainstorm-tech-2024/agenda">here</a>.

Join the larger Brainstorm TECH community for afternoon and evening programming. For details reference the main agenda <a href="https://fortune.com/conferences/fortune-brainstorm-tech-2024/agenda">here</a>.
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BRAINSTORM TECH PROGRAM

Hosted by NYSE
Join Fortune Editors and fellow delegates for an early morning hike to jump-start your day. Expect to gain about 200 feet of elevation on this mild hike through aspen groves and across ski runs to a gorgeous viewpoint.

Hosted by NYSE 
Join Fortune Editors and fellow delegates for an early morning hike to jump-start your day. Expect to gain about 200 feet of elevation on this mild hike through aspen groves and across ski runs to a gorgeous viewpoint.
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GUIDED HIKE

Join fellow founders for a deep dive into some of the critical challenges facing startups and startup leadership. This will be an interactive session designed to surface peer-to-peer feedback on members’ big ideas and wicked challenges.


Hosted by: 

Andy Dunn, Co-Chair, Brainstorm TECH; Chief Executive Officer, Pie; Co-founder, Bonobos

Polina Pompliano, Co-Chair, FORTUNE Founders Forum; Founder, The Profile

Heidi Roizen, Partner, Threshold Ventures; Adjunct Lecturer, Stanford School of Engineering

Join fellow founders for a deep dive into some of the critical challenges facing startups and startup leadership. This will be an interactive session designed to surface peer-to-peer feedback on members’ big ideas and wicked challenges.
Hosted by: 
Andy Dunn, Co-Chair, Brainstorm TECH; Chief Executive Officer, Pie; Co-founder, Bonobos 
Polina Pompliano, The Profile 
Heidi Roizen, Partner, Threshold Ventures; Adjunct Lecturer, Stanford School of Engineering
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FOUNDERS FORUM BREAKFAST WORKSHOP

Hosted by NYSE
Join Fortune Editors and fellow delegates for an early morning hike to jump-start your day. Expect to gain about 200 feet of elevation on this moderate hike featuring high mountain meadows, pine trees and wildflowers.

Hosted by NYSE 
Join Fortune Editors and fellow delegates for an early morning hike to jump-start your day. Expect to gain about 200 feet of elevation on this moderate hike featuring high mountain meadows, pine trees and wildflowers.

TECH IN THE CROSSHAIRS 

With an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, 2024 has become a pivotal year for startup founders and the investors who back them. As the global political arena becomes more volatile and complex, entrepreneurs will have no choice but to navigate the challenges arising from the fallout of international conflict. In light of this reality, how are the dynamics between founders and investors changing? What happens when ideologies clash? What will this mean for fundraising, hiring, and growth? We hear from both founders and investors.

Hosted by: Polina Pompliano, Co-chair, Fortune Founders Forum; Founder, The Profile


Discussion Leaders: 

Marcus Ryu, Partner, Battery Ventures 

Additional Speakers TBA  


This session is open to all Brainstorm TECH delegates as well as Founders Forum members.

TECH IN THE CROSSHAIRS 
With an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, 2024 has become a pivotal year for startup founders and the investors who back them. As the global political arena becomes more volatile and complex, entrepreneurs will have no choice but to navigate the challenges arising from the fallout of international conflict. In light of this reality, how are the dynamics between founders and investors changing? What happens when ideologies clash? What will this mean for fundraising, hiring, and growth? We hear from both founders and investors. 
Hosted by: Polina Pompliano, The Profile 
Discussion Leaders: 
Marcus Ryu, Partner, Battery Ventures 
Additional Speakers TBA  
This session is open to all Brainstorm TECH delegates as well as Founders Forum members.

FOUNDERS FORUM BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLE  @BTECH

Join the larger Brainstorm TECH community our closing plenary session and final opportunities to network before we part ways! For details reference the main agenda <a href="https://fortune.com/conferences/fortune-brainstorm-tech-2024/agenda">here</a>.

Join the larger Brainstorm TECH community our closing plenary session and final opportunities to network before we part ways! For details reference the main agenda <a href="https://fortune.com/conferences/fortune-brainstorm-tech-2024/agenda">here</a>.

The Fortune Founders Forum is an extension of the exclusive Brainstorm Tech membership community designed for a select group of early-stage entrepreneurs and rising stars in business and technology.

Fortune Founders Forum 2024

HOW TO BUILD TRUST THROUGH SECURITY
Hosted by Salesforce
It’s not a matter of whether you get hacked; it’s when. We’ve heard this phrase for years, but new technological developments have poured fuel on the fire. In this session, we gather CIOs, CTOs, and other corporate tech leaders for a frank talk about data privacy, security, and how to defend against—and recover from—threats.

Discussion Leaders:
Brad Arkin, Chief Trust Officer, Salesforce 

Additional Discussion Leaders TBA

HOW TO BUILD TRUST THROUGH SECURITY 
Hosted by Salesforce 
It’s not a matter of whether you get hacked; it’s when. We’ve heard this phrase for years, but new technological developments have poured fuel on the fire. In this session, we gather CIOs, CTOs, and other corporate tech leaders for a frank talk about data privacy, security, and how to defend against—and recover from—threats. 
Discussion Leaders: 
Brad Arkin, Chief Trust Officer, Salesforce 
Additional Discussion Leaders TBA

BREAKFAST DISCUSSION

GOOGLE’S GEMINI MAN 
In the wake of the combining of DeepMind and Google Brain, what’s in store for the future of generative AI at one of tech’s biggest companies? We speak with the human who sets Google’s AI priorities and leads the team responsible for manifesting its future.
Jeff Dean, Chief Scientist, Google DeepMind and Google Research

MAKING THE ROBOTAXI A PRACTICAL REALITY
The race to the robotaxi is getting crowded: Tesla jumped into the fray this year, joining Google's Waymo and GM's Cruise. The demand is there. What about the technology, testing, and trust? We hear from the head of Amazon’s autonomous ride-hailing effort.
Aicha Evans, Chief Executive Officer, Zoox

GAMING GOES BACK TO THE BASICS
The fast-growing video game industry reached feverish new heights in the wake of the pandemic, only to fall back to earth as the world settled into a new normal. In the aftermath of widespread industry consolidation—and the rise of artificial intelligence—we talk to the head of the Tencent-owned company behind “League of Legends.”
Dylan Jadeja, Chief Executive Officer, Riot Games 

ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

GOOGLE’S GEMINI MAN 
In the wake of the combining of DeepMind and Google Brain, what’s in store for the future of generative AI at one of tech’s biggest companies? We speak with the human who sets Google’s AI priorities and leads the team responsible for manifesting its future. 
Jeff Dean, Chief Scientist, Google DeepMind and Google Research
MAKING THE ROBOTAXI A PRACTICAL REALITY 
The race to the robotaxi is getting crowded: Tesla jumped into the fray this year, joining Google's Waymo and GM's Cruise. The demand is there. What about the technology, testing, and trust? We hear from the head of Amazon’s autonomous ride-hailing effort. 
Aicha Evans, Chief Executive Officer, Zoox
GAMING GOES BACK TO THE BASICS 
The fast-growing video game industry reached feverish new heights in the wake of the pandemic, only to fall back to earth as the world settled into a new normal. In the aftermath of widespread industry consolidation—and the rise of artificial intelligence—we talk to the head of the Tencent-owned company behind “League of Legends.” 
Dylan Jadeja, Chief Executive Officer, Riot Games 
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

MAINSTAGE SESSIONS

White Water Rafting: Brave Class II rapids and admire Utah’s stunning canyon scenery with an early-morning paddle on the Weber River in a13-foot Super Puma raft. 
Fly Fishing: A summertime fishing hotspot, Park City is home to some of the most productive trout streams in the American West. Try your hand at fly rod techniques in this 3- hour session. Suitable for all levels. 
Horseback Ride: Ride scenic backcountry trails and enjoy mountain views on horses trained for all levels of riders. 
Hike: Gain 750 feet of elevation and walk through luscious aspen forests on this 2-hour intermediate hike to the top of Bald Mountain. 
Bobsledding: Hungry for a hit of adrenaline? Reach speeds of up to 70mph in a bobsled on the Olympic Sliding Track, the home to bobsled, skeleton, and luge events at the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Games. 
Pickleball: Rackets at the ready in this friendly tournament that kicks off with a quick coaching session. Suitable for novices and pickleball pros alike.

MORNING ACTIVITIES

FORTUNE MOST POWERFUL WOMEN LUNCH

Join Fortune Tech Reporters and our Brainstorm TECH leadership team for early networking, conversation, and good vibes before the official start of our program.

Hosted by:
Brainstorm TECH Co-Chairs &amp; Leadership:

 Jason Del Rey, Tech Correspondent, Fortune

Andy Dunn, Co-founder and Former CEO, Bonobos; Author, Burn Rate

Joe Marchese, Founding Partner, Human Ventures and Casa Komos Brands Group

Andrew Nusca, Editorial Director, Brainstorm TECH

Alyson Shontell, Editor-in-Chief, Fortune
 

Brainstorm TECH BrainTRUST:

Erik Brynjolfsson, Senior Fellow, Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI, Stanford University 

Terri Burns, Founder, Type Capital 

Jill Greenberg Chase, Partner, CapitalG

Lucy Guo,  Founder, Passes, Scale AI,  Backend Capital, HF0

Brooke Hammerling, Founder, The New New Thing

Elena Kvochko, Chief Trust Officer, SAP 

TJ Parker, Co-founder and Former CEO, PillPack; General Partner, Matrix Partners

Raj Seshadri, Chief Commercial Payments Officer, Mastercard

Lila Tretikov, Partner, Head of AI Strategy, New Enterprise Associates (NEA)

Ken Washington, Senior Vice President, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Medtronic

Join Fortune Tech Reporters and our Brainstorm TECH leadership team for early networking, conversation, and good vibes before the official start of our program.
Hosted by: 
Brainstorm TECH Co-Chairs &amp; Leadership: 
Jason Del Rey, Tech Correspondent, Fortune 
Andy Dunn, Co-founder and Former CEO, Bonobos; Author, Burn Rate 
Joe Marchese, Founding Partner, Human Ventures and Casa Komos Brands Group 
Andrew Nusca, Editorial Director, Brainstorm TECH 
Alyson Shontell, Editor-in-Chief, Fortune 
 
Brainstorm TECH BrainTRUST: 
Erik Brynjolfsson, Senior Fellow, Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI, Stanford University 
Terri Burns, Founder, Type Capital 
Jill Greenberg Chase, Partner, CapitalG 
Lucy Guo,  Founder, Passes, Scale AI,  Backend Capital, HF0 
Brooke Hammerling, Founder, The New New Thing 
Elena Kvochko, Chief Trust Officer, SAP 
TJ Parker, Co-founder and Former CEO, PillPack; General Partner, Matrix Partners 
Raj Seshadri, Chief Commercial Payments Officer, Mastercard 
Lila Tretikov, Partner, Head of AI Strategy, New Enterprise Associates (NEA) 
Ken Washington, Senior Vice President, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Medtronic

KICK-OFF NETWORKING RECEPTION

BRAINSTORM TECH WELCOME
Andrew Nusca, Editorial Director, Brainstorm TECH

THE AI AWAKENING: A ROADMAP FOR CONVERTING TECHNOLOGY TO VALUE
AI will drive a productivity revolution that fundamentally disrupts the global economy. This exclusive Brainstorm briefing separates hype from reality to explain where AI will have the biggest impact and what that means for executives and policymakers.
Presenter: Erik Brynjolfsson, Jerry Yang and Akiko Yamazaki Professor and Senior Fellow, Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI, Stanford University

THE BULL, THE BEAR, AND THE BANKER
Utopia or dystopia? The head of the San Francisco Fed shares her outlook on the U.S. economy, thoughts on how tech advancements will affect labor, and how this year’s elections will influence tech (and everything else).
Mary C. Daly, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco

ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

BRAINSTORM TECH WELCOME 
Andrew Nusca, Editorial Director, Brainstorm TECH
THE AI AWAKENING: A ROADMAP FOR CONVERTING TECHNOLOGY TO VALUE 
AI will drive a productivity revolution that fundamentally disrupts the global economy. This exclusive Brainstorm briefing separates hype from reality to explain where AI will have the biggest impact and what that means for executives and policymakers. 
Presenter: Erik Brynjolfsson, Jerry Yang and Akiko Yamazaki Professor and Senior Fellow, Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI, Stanford University
THE BULL, THE BEAR, AND THE BANKER 
Utopia or dystopia? The head of the San Francisco Fed shares her outlook on the U.S. economy, thoughts on how tech advancements will affect labor, and how this year’s elections will influence tech (and everything else). 
Mary C. Daly, President and CEO, Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

OPENING MAINSTAGE SESSION

Hosted by KPMG

NETWORKING BREAK

HOW TO BUILD A BETTER ‘BOT
Agility Robotics has manufactured a first-of-its-kind, human-centric, multi-purpose robot. Called Digit, it’s designed to integrate into existing workflows instead of requiring specially designed workplaces. Which jobs are suited for man, and which for machine? We discuss.
Peggy Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, Agility Robotics

IS WIZ THE WORLD’S FASTEST-GROWING STARTUP?
The cloud security company has taken the world by storm since its founding in 2020 with little signs of a slowdown. We speak with Wiz’s chief executive—and a top investor—about security at scale, its soaring valuation, and the blessing (and curse) of AI.
Philip Clark, Investor, Thrive Capital
Assaf Rappaport, Co-Founder and CEO, Wiz  

ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

HOW TO BUILD A BETTER ‘BOT 
Agility Robotics has manufactured a first-of-its-kind, human-centric, multi-purpose robot. Called Digit, it’s designed to integrate into existing workflows instead of requiring specially designed workplaces. Which jobs are suited for man, and which for machine? We discuss. 
Peggy Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, Agility Robotics
IS WIZ THE WORLD’S FASTEST-GROWING STARTUP? 
The cloud security company has taken the world by storm since its founding in 2020 with little signs of a slowdown. We speak with Wiz’s chief executive—and a top investor—about security at scale, its soaring valuation, and the blessing (and curse) of AI. 
Philip Clark, Investor, Thrive Capital 
Assaf Rappaport, Co-Founder and CEO, Wiz  
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

RESTAURANT DINNERS

Hosted by NYSE 

Join Fortune Editors and fellow delegates for an early morning hike to jump-start your day. Expect to gain about 200 feet of elevation on this mild hike through aspen groves and across ski runs to a gorgeous viewpoint.

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Hosted by NYSE 
Join Fortune Editors and fellow delegates for an early morning hike to jump-start your day. Expect to gain about 200 feet of elevation on this mild hike through aspen groves and across ski runs to a gorgeous viewpoint.

GUIDED HIKE  

Morgan Housel once wrote that the valuation of every company is simply a number from today multiplied by a story about tomorrow. And lately? Those stories have seemed increasingly implausible, at least for artificial intelligence startups. Have valuations gotten out of hand? Is groupthink overly influencing the investor class? And what is the essential infrastructure for this fast-growing category where returns are more certain? We dive deep in search of where AI value is—and isn't.

Hosted by: Allie Garfinkle, Senior Finance Reporter, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet 

Discussion Leaders: 

Kamran Ansari, Venture Partner, Headline  

Mary D’Onofrio, Partner, Bessemer Venture Partners  

Darian Shirazi, General Partner, Gradient Ventures 

Lila Tretikov, Partner, Head of AI Strategy, NEA

Morgan Housel once wrote that the valuation of every company is simply a number from today multiplied by a story about tomorrow. And lately? Those stories have seemed increasingly implausible, at least for artificial intelligence startups. Have valuations gotten out of hand? Is groupthink overly influencing the investor class? And what is the essential infrastructure for this fast-growing category where returns are more certain? We dive deep in search of where AI value is—and isn't. 
Hosted by: Allie Garfinkle, Senior Finance Reporter, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet 
Discussion Leaders: 
Kamran Ansari, Venture Partner, Headline 
Mary D’Onofrio, Partner, Bessemer Venture Partners 
Darian Shirazi, General Partner, Gradient Ventures 
Lila Tretikov, Partner, Head of AI Strategy, NEA

TERM SHEET BREAKFAST: THE AI VALUATION DILEMMA

See friends and make new ones before our mainstage sessions begin.

See friends and make new ones before our mainstage sessions begin.

CONNECT  

INVESTING IN DISRUPTION
We gather leading investors who are navigating a complex macroeconomic environment and evaluating opportunities in both the short-term and the long-term. From AI to energy, where are the next great investment targets? Can value be found amid volatility?
Mark Suster, Managing Partner, Upfront Ventures
Additional Speakers TBA 

CAN TECH SAVE US FROM MASS EXTINCTION?
Could the return of the wooly mammoth or dodo bird shield us from the adverse effects of climate change? A look at how new tech developments can accelerate “de-extinction”—an increase of biodiversity that helps protect living species and restore balance to our ecosystem.
Presenter: Dr. Beth Shapiro, Evolutionary Biologist; Chief Science Officer, Colossal Biosciences  

AI GOES TO HOLLYWOOD
What if one person could create an award-winning movie that once required hundreds? It may one day be possible—thanks to artificial intelligence. We explore how tech developments will affect the entertainment industry and whether the disruption will be an evolution or a revolution.
Cristóbal Valenzuela, Co-Founder and CEO, Runway
Anthony Guarino, Executive Vice President, Global Production &amp; Studio Technology, Paramount 

ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

INVESTING IN DISRUPTION 
We gather leading investors who are navigating a complex macroeconomic environment and evaluating opportunities in both the short-term and the long-term. From AI to energy, where are the next great investment targets? Can value be found amid volatility? 
Mark Suster, Managing Partner, Upfront Ventures 
Additional Speakers TBA 
CAN TECH SAVE US FROM MASS EXTINCTION? 
Could the return of the wooly mammoth or dodo bird shield us from the adverse effects of climate change? A look at how new tech developments can accelerate “de-extinction”—an increase of biodiversity that helps protect living species and restore balance to our ecosystem. 
Presenter: Dr. Beth Shapiro, Evolutionary Biologist; Chief Science Officer, Colossal Biosciences  
AI GOES TO HOLLYWOOD 
What if one person could create an award-winning movie that once required hundreds? It may one day be possible—thanks to artificial intelligence. We explore how tech developments will affect the entertainment industry and whether the disruption will be an evolution or a revolution. 
Cristóbal Valenzuela, Co-Founder and CEO, Runway 
Anthony Guarino, Executive Vice President, Global Production &amp; Studio Technology, Paramount 
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

See friends and meet new ones before lunch.

See friends and meet new ones before lunch.

CONNECT

Join Fortune Editors and your peers for the ultimate “power lunch” to help you identify what you need to know and how to apply it to your business.

DO YOU REALLY KNOW YOUR CUSTOMER?
Hosted by Salesforce
You’re drowning in data. You’re swimming in surveys. Targeting technology is able to tell you more than you ever knew about your customers…but do you actually know them? Fresh developments in machine learning and other technologies promise to help you predict how a customer will think and feel before they actually do, boosting their satisfaction and giving you a competitive edge. What’s on tap and what should you be worried about? We discuss.

WHO WILL REVIVE THE UNICORPSE?
Billion-dollar startups? Gone bust. Funding pipelines? F***ed. The magic of Silicon Valley is under pressure like never before as macroeconomic changes take their toll on private markets. Two years after the IPO markets effectively closed to most venture-backed startups, we’re starting to see young companies reach the end of their runways—even as green shoots emerge. Where should entrepreneurs turn for funding? When will IPOs return? And what are founders supposed to do in the meantime?

Join Fortune Editors and your peers for the ultimate “power lunch” to help you identify what you need to know and how to apply it to your business.
DO YOU REALLY KNOW YOUR CUSTOMER? 
Hosted by Salesforce 
You’re drowning in data. You’re swimming in surveys. Targeting technology is able to tell you more than you ever knew about your customers…but do you actually know them? Fresh developments in machine learning and other technologies promise to help you predict how a customer will think and feel before they actually do, boosting their satisfaction and giving you a competitive edge. What’s on tap and what should you be worried about? We discuss.
WHO WILL REVIVE THE UNICORPSE? 
Billion-dollar startups? Gone bust. Funding pipelines? F***ed. The magic of Silicon Valley is under pressure like never before as macroeconomic changes take their toll on private markets. Two years after the IPO markets effectively closed to most venture-backed startups, we’re starting to see young companies reach the end of their runways—even as green shoots emerge. Where should entrepreneurs turn for funding? When will IPOs return? And what are founders supposed to do in the meantime?

LUNCH DISCUSSIONS

NETWORKING LUNCH

HOW WE’RE ACTUALLY USING AI 
AI has captured our imagination and rapidly emerged as a business imperative—even as its development accelerates faster than we’re able to dream. Its potential for productivity is without question. Still: Where are businesses best putting AI - including Generative AI - to use today? (Software development? Marketing? R&amp;D?) And what have we learned? Industry leaders discuss.

HOW WE’RE ACTUALLY USING AI 
AI has captured our imagination and rapidly emerged as a business imperative—even as its development accelerates faster than we’re able to dream. Its potential for productivity is without question. Still: Where are businesses best putting AI - including Generative AI - to use today? (Software development? Marketing? R&amp;D?) And what have we learned? Industry leaders discuss.

LUNCH DISCUSSION

THE AMBITIONS BEHIND AMAZON’S AI
Amazon is using generative AI to make its experiences conversational, convenient, and personalized. How will its investments change the game? We ask the executive responsible for charting a path.
Rohit Prasad, Senior Vice President and Head Scientist, Artificial General Intelligence, Amazon 

NEW WAYS TO MAKE MONEY MOVE
Brex provides financial operating systems to enterprise businesses. Airwallex allows businesses to accept customer payments from all over the world. The partnership between the two highly valued companies could demonstrate a new way to move money around the globe without traditional constraints.
Pedro Franceschi, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Brex
Jack Zhang, Co-Founder and CEO, Airwallex 

CAPTAIN OF CAPITAL
The steward of one of Silicon Valley’s most successful venture capital firms shares his perspective on the elusive promises of artificial intelligence, a funding landscape in flux, and leadership in a time of perpetual change.
Roelof Botha, Managing Partner, Sequoia Capital

MENTAL HEALTH: HOW TO INNOVATE WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND
Building is hard—really hard. Whether you’re a founder or a Fortune 500 executive, keeping up with the relentless pace of industry change is a recipe for burnout. In this session led by Fortune “Ask Andy” columnist (and Brainstorm Tech co-chair) Andy Dunn, we gather leaders for a candid conversation about the place of mental wellbeing in the tech industry—and how you should really care for yourself, your employees, and your peers.
Moderator: Andy Dunn, Co-Chair, FORTUNE Brainstorm TECH; Chief Executive Officer, Pie; Co-founder, Bonobos

ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

THE AMBITIONS BEHIND AMAZON’S AI 
Amazon is using generative AI to make its experiences conversational, convenient, and personalized. How will its investments change the game? We ask the executive responsible for charting a path. 
Rohit Prasad, Senior Vice President and Head Scientist, Artificial General Intelligence, Amazon 
NEW WAYS TO MAKE MONEY MOVE 
Brex provides financial operating systems to enterprise businesses. Airwallex allows businesses to accept customer payments from all over the world. The partnership between the two highly valued companies could demonstrate a new way to move money around the globe without traditional constraints. 
Pedro Franceschi, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Brex 
Jack Zhang, Co-Founder and CEO, Airwallex 
CAPTAIN OF CAPITAL 
The steward of one of Silicon Valley’s most successful venture capital firms shares his perspective on the elusive promises of artificial intelligence, a funding landscape in flux, and leadership in a time of perpetual change. 
Roelof Botha, Managing Partner, Sequoia Capital
MENTAL HEALTH: HOW TO INNOVATE WITHOUT LOSING YOUR MIND 
Building is hard—really hard. Whether you’re a founder or a Fortune 500 executive, keeping up with the relentless pace of industry change is a recipe for burnout. In this session led by Fortune “Ask Andy” columnist (and Brainstorm Tech co-chair) Andy Dunn, we gather leaders for a candid conversation about the place of mental wellbeing in the tech industry—and how you should really care for yourself, your employees, and your peers. 
Moderator: Andy Dunn, Co-Chair, FORTUNE Brainstorm TECH; Chief Executive Officer, Pie; Co-founder, Bonobos
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

RECEPTION

You can feel it, even if you can’t find the words to describe it—Gen Z just hits different, whether it’s your partners, employees, or customers. In this session we assemble founders, corporate leaders, and investors to share stories and discuss the hallmarks of a generation—from flattened hierarchies to evolving work-life equations—and how to slay it in the workplace. (You did understand the assignment, didn’t you?)

You can feel it, even if you can’t find the words to describe it—Gen Z just hits different, whether it’s your partners, employees, or customers. In this session we assemble founders, corporate leaders, and investors to share stories and discuss the hallmarks of a generation—from flattened hierarchies to evolving work-life equations—and how to slay it in the workplace. (You did understand the assignment, didn’t you?)

BREAKFAST SESSION: HOW TO COMMUNICATE WITH GEN Z

With an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, 2024 has become a pivotal year for startup founders and the investors who back them. As the global political arena becomes more volatile and complex, entrepreneurs will have no choice but to navigate the challenges arising from the fallout of international conflict. In light of this reality, how are the dynamics between founders and investors changing? What happens when ideologies clash? What will this mean for fundraising, hiring, and growth? We hear from both founders and investors.

Hosted by: Polina Pompliano, The Profile


Discussion Leaders:
Marcus Ryu, Partner, Battery Ventures
Additional Speakers TBA

With an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, 2024 has become a pivotal year for startup founders and the investors who back them. As the global political arena becomes more volatile and complex, entrepreneurs will have no choice but to navigate the challenges arising from the fallout of international conflict. In light of this reality, how are the dynamics between founders and investors changing? What happens when ideologies clash? What will this mean for fundraising, hiring, and growth? We hear from both founders and investors. 
Hosted by: Polina Pompliano, The Profile 
Discussion Leaders: 
Marcus Ryu, Partner, Battery Ventures 
Additional Speakers TBA

FOUNDERS FORUM BREAKFAST SESSION: TECH IN THE CROSSHAIRS

NETWORKING BREAKFAST

SWITCH BREAK

CAN THE U.S. COMPETE WITH CHINA?
The rivalry between the U.S. and China is hardly new, but the federal government kicked off a fresh round of competition between the two global powers when it stepped in to legislate the sale of TikTok. Things have gotten tense—especially in technology. Is cooperation or tension in store for these frenemies? A pair of leading voices debate the path forward.
Ben Harburg, Managing Partner, MSA Capital
Jacob Helberg, Senior Advisor to the CEO, Palantir   

A SPACE RACE TO PROFIT
Space exploration has always represented a huge opportunity for technological innovation. But economic growth? We’re just getting started. Hear from three high-flying companies aiming to tap the business potential found in the final frontier.
Kelly Hennig, Chief Operating Officer, Stoke Space
Hélène Huby, Co-Founder and CEO, The Exploration Company
Jaret Matthews, Founder and CEO, Venturi Astrolab   

ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

CAN THE U.S. COMPETE WITH CHINA? 
The rivalry between the U.S. and China is hardly new, but the federal government kicked off a fresh round of competition between the two global powers when it stepped in to legislate the sale of TikTok. Things have gotten tense—especially in technology. Is cooperation or tension in store for these frenemies? A pair of leading voices debate the path forward. 
Ben Harburg, Managing Partner, MSA Capital 
Jacob Helberg, Senior Advisor to the CEO, Palantir   
A SPACE RACE TO PROFIT 
Space exploration has always represented a huge opportunity for technological innovation. But economic growth? We’re just getting started. Hear from three high-flying companies aiming to tap the business potential found in the final frontier. 
Kelly Hennig, Chief Operating Officer, Stoke Space 
Hélène Huby, Co-Founder and CEO, The Exploration Company 
Jaret Matthews, Founder and CEO, Venturi Astrolab   
ADDITIONAL SESSIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED

CLOSING MAINSTAGE SESSIONS

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INVESTING IN AI: OPPORTUNITIES IN THE APAC MARKET

The global AI market is anticipated to surge, with a CAGR of more than 20% a year to 2030 and Asia emerging as a dynamic landscape for investments. In this session, we dig into the current and projected market sizes within the region, spotlighting emerging startups and established giants in China, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore that are driving AI advancements. What sectors are poised for significant transformation and what do these markets hold for investors? What are the key indicators of sustainable competitive advantage in AI firms? How important is access to high-performance computing resources like GPUs? And what are the specific metrics and factors for valuing AI startups?

IS AI CREATING SMARTER STUDENTS OR SMARTER CHEATERS?

As AI becomes more embedded in educational systems, governments across Asia are grappling with its ethical implications. While AI can improve access to education, it may also exacerbate existing inequalities, particularly for pupils in rural areas with little digital infrastructure. Will over-reliance on AI diminish meaningful interaction between students and teachers? Is our ability to think at risk of atrophy, as we outsource more of it to chatbots? Is AI creating smarter students or smarter cheaters? We search for answers to the thorniest questions facing teachers, students, and parents in one of the most controversial areas of AI deployment.

Additional Sessions TBA

INVESTING IN AI: OPPORTUNITIES IN THE APAC MARKET
The global AI market is anticipated to surge, with a CAGR of more than 20% a year to 2030 and Asia emerging as a dynamic landscape for investments. In this session, we dig into the current and projected market sizes within the region, spotlighting emerging startups and established giants in China, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore that are driving AI advancements. What sectors are poised for significant transformation and what do these markets hold for investors? What are the key indicators of sustainable competitive advantage in AI firms? How important is access to high-performance computing resources like GPUs? And what are the specific metrics and factors for valuing AI startups?
IS AI CREATING SMARTER STUDENTS OR SMARTER CHEATERS?
As AI becomes more embedded in educational systems, governments across Asia are grappling with its ethical implications. While AI can improve access to education, it may also exacerbate existing inequalities, particularly for pupils in rural areas with little digital infrastructure. Will over-reliance on AI diminish meaningful interaction between students and teachers? Is our ability to think at risk of atrophy, as we outsource more of it to chatbots? Is AI creating smarter students or smarter cheaters? We search for answers to the thorniest questions facing teachers, students, and parents in one of the most controversial areas of AI deployment.
Additional Sessions TBA

SMALL NATION, BIG IMPACT: SINGAPORE’S AI REVOLUTION 

Singapore is positioning itself as a leader in artificial intelligence. We dig into the city-state’s metamorphosis into a global hub for AI innovation, from heavy investments in AI compute, talent, and industry development to building its own LLM.  What are the stand-out components of Singapore’s National AI Strategy 2.0 and how do they differ from the initial strategy? How does the government plan to triple its pool of AI practitioners over the next five years? And what new business opportunities does all this innovation open up?

AI GETS PHYSICAL: THE RISE OF HUMANOID ROBOTS

Unlike traditional AI that operates exclusively in the digital realm, ‘embodied’ AI extends its reach into the physical world, integrating advanced software with robotic hardware. This holistic approach allows AI to perform complex real-world tasks, like tying shoelaces, folding clothes, and assisting on the operating table. We’ll explore how countries like Japan, a leader in robotic technology, and emerging innovators such as South Korea, are pioneering these developments. We’ll also look at the advances in robotics that are opening up new possibilities for automation in areas such as manufacturing, logistics, and health care.       

Additional Sessions TBA

SMALL NATION, BIG IMPACT: SINGAPORE’S AI REVOLUTION 
Singapore is positioning itself as a leader in artificial intelligence. We dig into the city-state’s metamorphosis into a global hub for AI innovation, from heavy investments in AI compute, talent, and industry development to building its own LLM.  What are the stand-out components of Singapore’s National AI Strategy 2.0 and how do they differ from the initial strategy? How does the government plan to triple its pool of AI practitioners over the next five years? And what new business opportunities does all this innovation open up?
AI GETS PHYSICAL: THE RISE OF HUMANOID ROBOTS
Unlike traditional AI that operates exclusively in the digital realm, ‘embodied’ AI extends its reach into the physical world, integrating advanced software with robotic hardware. This holistic approach allows AI to perform complex real-world tasks, like tying shoelaces, folding clothes, and assisting on the operating table. We’ll explore how countries like Japan, a leader in robotic technology, and emerging innovators such as South Korea, are pioneering these developments. We’ll also look at the advances in robotics that are opening up new possibilities for automation in areas such as manufacturing, logistics, and health care.       
Additional Sessions TBA

SHAPING ASIA’S SMART CITIES: AI-DRIVEN URBAN INNOVATION

Cities across Asia are leveraging AI to improve urban living–from optimizing traffic flows to enhancing public safety and monitoring environmental health. We delve into the strategies pioneering cities such as Singapore and Tokyo are adopting to integrate AI into smart city frameworks effectively and ethically. How can city authorities and their private sector partners get the balance right between innovation and privacy? What measures must be in place to safely harness AI’s potential for improving efficiency and sustainability in urban management? 

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AI GOVERNANCE: ASIA’S BALANCING ACT

As the epicenter of AI innovation shifts towards Asia, the region finds itself at a crossroads. While nations like China charge ahead, prioritizing technological advancement, others like India are taking a more cautious approach. Can Asia’s governments and businesses strike the right balance between enabling AI breakthroughs and safeguarding ethics and privacy? What lessons can be learned from the range of approaches being taken? With the rise of AI-as-a-Service platforms, how can regulators ensure accountability and transparency across complex AI supply chains? And how will Asia’s decisions shape the global landscape of AI development and its societal implications?

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AI AND FINANCIAL INDUSTRIES: APAC STRATEGIES TO STAY COMPETITIVE

Generative AI is revolutionizing the finance sector across Asia Pacific, enhancing services from personalized wealth management to automated fraud detection. While regional giants like DBS Bank in Singapore and Ant Group in China lead the way, the path to widespread adoption is just beginning. We dive into the unique challenges faced by APAC financial institutions, including cultural nuances in consumer behavior, regulatory diversity, and the integration with mobile-first economies. How can companies bridge the AI ‘maturity gap’ to maintain competitive edge? What are the risks unique to using gen AI in Asia’s diverse financial landscape?

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AI ROLLOUT: HOW QUICKLY CAN AI BE SCALED ACROSS APAC?

The stakes for scaling AI are high. According to a report by Accenture, 75% of C-level executives say failing to effectively scale AI could render their businesses obsolete. What are the key conditions for success? How do regional strengths, such as advanced digital infrastructure and governmental support, play a role? How do issues like data privacy regulations, diverse languages, cultural nuances, and varying levels of tech readiness across different markets impact adoption? We dig into the unique challenges and catalysts in the APAC market.

Additional Sessions TBA

SHAPING ASIA’S SMART CITIES: AI-DRIVEN URBAN INNOVATION
Cities across Asia are leveraging AI to improve urban living–from optimizing traffic flows to enhancing public safety and monitoring environmental health. We delve into the strategies pioneering cities such as Singapore and Tokyo are adopting to integrate AI into smart city frameworks effectively and ethically. How can city authorities and their private sector partners get the balance right between innovation and privacy? What measures must be in place to safely harness AI’s potential for improving efficiency and sustainability in urban management? 
AI GOVERNANCE: ASIA’S BALANCING ACT
As the epicenter of AI innovation shifts towards Asia, the region finds itself at a crossroads. While nations like China charge ahead, prioritizing technological advancement, others like India are taking a more cautious approach. Can Asia’s governments and businesses strike the right balance between enabling AI breakthroughs and safeguarding ethics and privacy? What lessons can be learned from the range of approaches being taken? With the rise of AI-as-a-Service platforms, how can regulators ensure accountability and transparency across complex AI supply chains? And how will Asia’s decisions shape the global landscape of AI development and its societal implications?
AI AND FINANCIAL INDUSTRIES: APAC STRATEGIES TO STAY COMPETITIVE
Generative AI is revolutionizing the finance sector across Asia Pacific, enhancing services from personalized wealth management to automated fraud detection. While regional giants like DBS Bank in Singapore and Ant Group in China lead the way, the path to widespread adoption is just beginning. We dive into the unique challenges faced by APAC financial institutions, including cultural nuances in consumer behavior, regulatory diversity, and the integration with mobile-first economies. How can companies bridge the AI ‘maturity gap’ to maintain competitive edge? What are the risks unique to using gen AI in Asia’s diverse financial landscape?
AI ROLLOUT: HOW QUICKLY CAN AI BE SCALED ACROSS APAC?
The stakes for scaling AI are high. According to a report by Accenture, 75% of C-level executives say failing to effectively scale AI could render their businesses obsolete. What are the key conditions for success? How do regional strengths, such as advanced digital infrastructure and governmental support, play a role? How do issues like data privacy regulations, diverse languages, cultural nuances, and varying levels of tech readiness across different markets impact adoption? We dig into the unique challenges and catalysts in the APAC market.
Additional Sessions TBA

NETWORKING RECEPTION

GEOPOLITICS: AI’S IMPACT ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND MILITARY STRATEGIES

AI is changing how countries interact at a political level and how they plan and execute defense strategies. What should APAC nations do to balance technological advancement against the risks of increased vulnerability and instability? In this session, we delve into rising geopolitical tensions, evolving defense challenges, and the transformative role of AI in military and cybersecurity applications–in a region home to rapidly developing and technologically advanced nations.

Additional Sessions TBA

GEOPOLITICS: AI’S IMPACT ON INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND MILITARY STRATEGIES
AI is changing how countries interact at a political level and how they plan and execute defense strategies. What should APAC nations do to balance technological advancement against the risks of increased vulnerability and instability? In this session, we delve into rising geopolitical tensions, evolving defense challenges, and the transformative role of AI in military and cybersecurity applications–in a region home to rapidly developing and technologically advanced nations.
Additional Sessions TBA

LUNCH STRATEGY SESSIONS

THE HARDWARE PROBLEM: KEEPING UP WITH AI’S COMPUTING DEMANDS

As AI continues to drive innovation, the demand for specialized, powerful, and efficient hardware grows. We get to grips with the essentials of processing power, memory, storage needs, and energy efficiency crucial for effective AI system operations and discuss the supply chain challenges and dynamics that influence hardware availability and cost. 

GREEN LEADERSHIP: AI INNOVATION THAT DOESN’T COST THE EARTH  

Sustainability and AI intersect at several critical points, raising important questions about how AI technologies can be developed, deployed, and managed in environmentally and socially responsible ways. We dig into the life-cycle impacts of AI products, integrating AI into sustainability strategies, and how AI can help reduce energy consumption, manage waste, optimize resource use, and improve animal welfare.

Additional Sessions TBA

THE HARDWARE PROBLEM: KEEPING UP WITH AI’S COMPUTING DEMANDS
As AI continues to drive innovation, the demand for specialized, powerful, and efficient hardware grows. We get to grips with the essentials of processing power, memory, storage needs, and energy efficiency crucial for effective AI system operations and discuss the supply chain challenges and dynamics that influence hardware availability and cost. 
GREEN LEADERSHIP: AI INNOVATION THAT DOESN’T COST THE EARTH  
Sustainability and AI intersect at several critical points, raising important questions about how AI technologies can be developed, deployed, and managed in environmentally and socially responsible ways. We dig into the life-cycle impacts of AI products, integrating AI into sustainability strategies, and how AI can help reduce energy consumption, manage waste, optimize resource use, and improve animal welfare.
Additional Sessions TBA

Step out of the Ritz Carlton and into the future with our exclusive off-site visit, designed for attendees who crave real-world applications of cutting-edge AI technology. Join us for an immersive experience at Accenture's <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/accenture-sea_singapore-innovation-studio-activity-7151520225681637376-EkrU/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">Generative AI Studio</a>, where you'll witness firsthand how AI is transforming the insurance, telecommunications, consumer packaged goods, and energy sectors.

*Limited spots available.

Step out of the Ritz Carlton and into the future with our exclusive off-site visit, designed for attendees who crave real-world applications of cutting-edge AI technology. Join us for an immersive experience at Accenture's <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/accenture-sea_singapore-innovation-studio-activity-7151520225681637376-EkrU/?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">Generative AI Studio</a>, where you'll witness firsthand how AI is transforming the insurance, telecommunications, consumer packaged goods, and energy sectors.
*Limited spots available.

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WELCOME AND THE BIG GET-TO-KNOW-YOU

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NETWORKING WALK AND TALK

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