It’s a fantastic event, I’m enjoying it thoroughly. My favourite session was at Andersen Horowitz. It was new!
GSI AI FRONTIER
- San Francisco & Silicon Valley
- September 28th to October 2nd 2026
Includes participation in the AI Conference.
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+20
Bay Area champions
50+ thought
leaders
Business challenges
Work on real business challenges
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*PRELIMINARY AGENDA
Program Agenda
1st day | Monday
Defining your GenAI Business Case
2nd day | Tuesday
Understanding LLMs and Agentic AI
3rd day | Wednesday
Managing AI in your Business
4th day | Thursday
Application Layers & Solutions
5th day | Friday
Evaluation Metrics for GenAI & Wrap Up Discussion
1st day | Monday
Defining your GenAI Business Case
2nd day | Tuesday
Understanding LLMs and Agentic AI
Topics of the day
- Learn from companies building the AI ecosystem in the San Francisco Bay Area
- Understand how AI works, models and infrastructure
- Hear from builders using agents and orchestrating enterprise workflows
08h30 – 10h00
Topic enhancement session
17h00 – 18h00
Exponential network
The AI Collective event
3rd day | Wednesday
Managing AI in your Business
Topics of the day
- Roadmap frameworks and management for incorporating GenAI into the business
08h30 – 10h00
Topic enhancement session
10h00 – 17h00
Business acceleration and opportunities
(*VIP access)
The AI Conference brings together 5,500+ builders, researchers, and leaders. GSI participants will be able to choose from 5 AI Tracks, including the AI Strategy track which covers how to lead enterprise adoption with governance, risk management, capability building, ROI frameworks, and culture change.
17h00 – 18h00
Exponential network
Networking at AI Conference
4th day | Thursday
Application Layers & Solutions
Topics of the day
- Learn from Case Studies
- Hear pitches from AI start-ups and companies
08h30 – 10h00
Topic enhancement session
10h00 – 17h00
Business acceleration and opportunities
(*VIP access)
Hear from speakers from companies like Anthropic, Cerebras, Google and get exposure to an expanded showcase of emerging tools, platforms, and startups shaping the next generation of AI.
17h00 – 18h00
Exponential network
Networking at AI Conference
5th day | Friday
Evaluation Metrics for GenAI & Wrap Up Discussion
Agenda details
DAY 1: Defining your GenAI Business Case
Daily summary
Learn how businesses identify use cases for leveraging GenAI, focusing on business areas where value, friction, and data intersect. Understand that companies getting real Return on Investment (ROI) follow a structured, repeatable approach that blends business priorities with AI feasibility. Hear about leadership challenges in an AI first era.
Topics of the day
- Intro to Silicon Valley mindset
- Identify problems GenAI can solve in your business
- AI tools and prototyping
- Managing people and projects in the age of AI
Capstone project deliverable
- Problem statement
- Value hypothesis
- Constraints
- Stakeholders
Interaction with champions
Stanford University


d.school


Business acceleration and opportunities
Plug and Play


Exponential network
Free time for personal agenda
DAY 2: Understanding LLMs and Agentic AI
Daily summary
The focus will be on understanding the interplay between Models, Agents and Enterprise Applications. What are some of the real-world applications and business impacts of leveraging AI. What is Agentic AI and can you leverage Agentic AI, systems that observe, decide, and act autonomously.
Topics of the day
- Learn from companies building the AI ecosystem in the San Francisco Bay Area
- Understand how AI works, models and infrastructure
- Hear from builders using agents and orchestrating enterprise workflows
Capstone project deliverable
- Prioritized AI portfolio
- Target-state AI roadmap (12-18 months)
Interaction with champions
Perplexity


Amazon Web Services (AWS)


Business acceleration and opportunities
Vercel


LangChain


Exponential network
The AI Collective event
DAY 3: Managing AI in your Business
Daily summary
Spend the day interacting with thought leaders, corporate champions and AI builders at the San Francisco AI Conference. Choose one of 5 tracks including: applied AI, technical depth, infrastructure, product, and leadership.
Topics of the day
- Roadmap frameworks and management for incorporating GenAI into the business
Capstone project deliverable
- AI operating model
- Talent plan
- Change narrative
Business acceleration and opportunities (*VIP access)
The AI Conference


Exponential network
Debrief session with LBC Capstone project
DAY 4: Application Layers & Solutions
Daily summary
Spend day 2 at the San Francisco AI Conference. Hear from emerging AI companies as they take the stage to present live. Competing, demonstrating, and connecting with investors, partners, and the broader ecosystem.
Topics of the day
- Learn from Case Studies
- Hear pitches from AI start-ups and companies
Capstone project deliverable
- AI governance charter
- Risk controls pack
Business acceleration and opportunities (*VIP access)
The AI Conference


Exponential network
Networking at AI Conference
DAY 5: Evaluation Metrics for GenAI & Wrap Up Discussion
Daily summary
As you wrap up the week you’ll have an opportunity to measure how AI is being adopted, how fluent your teams are and how best to measure impact. Walk away with a plan to take back to your company and team.
Topics of the day
- How to measure the impact of GenAI
- Key Commitments & Takeaways from Silicon Valley
Interaction with champions
Larridin


Sierra


Exponential network
Free time for personal agenda
Logistics & Pricing
The program includes:
- Strategic innovation enhancement sessions
- Visits and interactive sessions with Bay Area champions
- Stanford University session
- Visits to major incubators and accelerators
- Top experts and networking sessions
- Entrance to The AI Conference
- Lunches
- Local transportation
The program
does not include:
- Flight tickets
- Airport transportation (to and from the hotel)
- Accommodation (organization team can help with hotel reservations)
Transform one leader or multiply your impact
Secure your spot now and save €1,000 per participant until June 15th with early bird.*
Individual Enrollment
€3,900 per participant
- Full program access
- Silicon Valley network
- Implementable solution
- All site visits & materials
EARLY BIRD (until June 15th): €2,900
- Save €1,000
Organization Multiplier
€3,500 per participant
(when registering 2nd person)
- Shared strategic frameworks
- Aligned implementation
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Faster organizational buy-in
EARLY BIRD (until June 15th): €2,500
- Save €2,000 for leaders
Why organizations send teams to GSI?
1 leader = 1x impact
2 leaders = 3x organizational velocity
When multiple leaders attend together, they return with a shared language, complementary networks, and aligned strategy – dramatically accelerating implementation speed and stakeholder buy-in.
Most organizations send 2-3 leaders from different functions (e.g., CTO + Chief Innovation Officer, or CEO + Head of Digital).
TESTIMONIALS
What participants say
Hear what participants have to say about the program.
Luis Batista-Coelho
Siinda Board Member
Everything was very well organized. Especially yesterday with Google. The first meeting today was very interesting. We learned a lot. And that’s why we came here. Thank you for the organization!
Bernhard Lüders
CEO Sutter Digital Media
I really enjoyed, especially the presentation about innovation. Very inspiring. If someone is interested in getting some new inspiration and getting to know the Bay Area, it’s a good organization and a real nice team to go with for the whole day.
Barbara Faber
Executive Director Deutsche Tele Medien GMBH
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GSI is a unique immersion and innovation program focused on providing insights, experiences, and connections in Silicon Valley’s dynamic innovation ecosystem. GSI offers the following main programs: Executive and cross-company programs; Corporate programs fully customized and developed for a specific company or groups of companies; and Industry programs directed to companies operating under the same industry.
Our programs are designed for entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, and anyone interested in understanding the dynamics of Silicon Valley and the global innovation landscape.
A typical week includes workshops, company visits, networking events, and expert talks, all aimed at providing a deep dive into Silicon Valley’s culture of innovation.
Participants will have the opportunity to visit a range of companies, from established tech giants to emerging start-ups, incubators, and top universities, gaining diverse perspectives on innovation.
Through direct interaction with industry leaders, entrepreneurs, innovation experts, and venture capitalists, GSI offers an inside look at the strategies and cultures driving Silicon Valley’s success.
While there are no strict prerequisites, a keen interest in technology and innovation, along with a professional background, will enhance your experience.
GSI facilitates networking with Silicon Valley professionals, fellow participants, and alumni, creating valuable connections for future collaboration. All in one week.
Interested individuals can apply through our website, where you’ll find an application form and details about the application process.
The program fee covers workshops, company visits, networking events, lunches, and local transportation. Detailed pricing is available on GSI website, according to the type of program you are interested in.
GSI offers post-program support, including access to our alumni network and online resources to continue your learning and networking journey.
Yes, we offer tailored programs for corporate teams focusing on specific industries or innovation challenges. We also offer tailored programs for specific industries, such as energy, aviation, communications, among others.
Accommodations and flight travels are not included, but we can provide recommendations and assist with hotel arrangements.
Upon completion, participants receive a certificate of participation, acknowledging their immersion in Silicon Valley’s innovation culture.
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