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All Forum attendees are invited to tour the Illumination Experience and enjoy a welcome dinner on Wednesday, November 8. The Forum kicks off on Thursday, November 9 at 8:30 a.m. PST.
Wednesday, November 8
While we can’t predict the future, we can get a head start on designing the shape of things to come. Across industries, leaders are facing increasing pressure to keep up with — even to see beyond — immense forces of change. Attendees will encounter unexpected solutions powered by emerging technologies and hear from luminaries who are using this moment to fashion a new business landscape.
"A taste of California" welcome dinner and entertainment
Thursday, November 9 | Headlines and headwinds
Why connected thinkers will rule the Future
Jay Shetty
Global bestselling author, award-winning podcast host and Chief Purpose Officer of Calm
Decoding geopolitical headlines
Marie Yovanovitch
Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine; NYT Bestselling Author of Lessons from the Edge
Moderated by: Brooke Baldwin
Respected Journalist and Peabody Award Finalist
Ethel Torres
President and CEO, National Drug Source (NDS)
Karla Trotman
President and Chief Executive Officer, Electro Soft Incorporated (ESI)
While we can’t predict the future, we can get a head start on designing the shape of things to come. Across industries, leaders are facing increasing pressure to keep up with — even to see beyond — immense forces of change. Attendees will encounter unexpected solutions powered by emerging technologies and hear from luminaries who are using this moment to fashion a new business landscape.
The Illumination Stage
The Illumination Stage will feature brief, compelling talks from market luminaries highlighting breakthrough thinking on business, technology and society. Sessions will include talks from CEOs, entrepreneurs and Fortune 100 executives, scheduled for Thursday and Friday afternoons within The Illumination Experience.
Working to live: defining the “next normal”
Learn why people still matter most amid rapid technological advances.
Leveraging data to shape the customer experience
Understand with pinpoint accuracy the needs and reactions of your customers with AI and advanced analytics.
Unleashing the power of your brand through storytelling
Learn how to create stories that are more authentic, inspired and impactful for your brand.
Quantum future: empowering the next generation
Explore how tomorrow’s leaders are democratizing education to close the STEM gender gap.
Beyond belonging: inclusivity as a business imperative
Create long-term value for your organization with an intentionally inclusive workplace.
Fortifying security in the deepfake era
Don’t doubt your own eyes! Learn how to balance innovation while mitigating the risk of deepfake threats.
How to build a resilient mindset
Entrepreneurs must harness the fortitude necessary to lead with confidence, especially during periods of significant uncertainty. Join us to learn the science-backed strategies for building a resilient mindset, resulting in positive impacts on you as the leader, your teams and broader company culture.
Essential elements of scaling profitably
How can you ensure your business will be profitable while it grows? We’ll detail some of the most impactful factors in scaling for value creation, including operations, cash management and talent.
Family Office 101
Successful family offices grow and preserve wealth, in addition to addressing issues of succession, governance and taxes. Learn how and why family offices are established and if you would benefit from creating this wealth preservation vehicle.
Preparing for a successful exit
Whether you’re looking to go public or pursue a strategic transaction, an exit is a complex undertaking. Hear from C-suite executives on defining success criteria, managing the process with confidence and executing to achieve your goals.
Get on board!
A strategic board, composed of directors with diverse skills and experiences, is essential for companies no matter their stage of growth. Join this interactive session to learn how to create and evolve your board as you scale your business, or if you are considering how to best prepare for independent board service. This workshop will be followed by curated networking for those interested in serving on a corporate board.
Creating team belonging: an innovative approach to increasing performance
When team members feel they belong, their teams perform better: improved loyalty and retention, increased discretionary effort and greater appeal to new talent. Learn about the techniques and interventions of EY's high-belonging teams and Net Belonging Score methods, so you can immediately apply these techniques in your own company.
Leading through the cyber storm
Learn how to stay ahead of cyber risk and what to do when you find yourself in a crisis. Empower your front line, set transparent expectations with stakeholders and build trust with your board.
Compounding your impact
As an entrepreneur, you've amassed a sphere of influence and a powerful platform. Hear from peers who are leveraging their success as a springboard to build a better world.
Preparing to raise private capital
The fundraising landscape has changed dramatically. This experienced panel will address attracting and securing the capital you need in this challenging environment.
"Motown Magic" dinner and entertainment, themed attire encouraged
