Fortune Most Powerful Women Dinner Silicon Valley 2023

The Emerging CFO: Future Finance Leaders 

Founders Forum participants are again invited to join Brainstorm Tech sessions, beginning with an optional  guided hike at 6:30 AM and ending with a reception for all participants at 5:30 PM. The day will include mainstage plenary sessions, as well as breakfast and lunch roundtables. 

Founders Forum participants are again invited to join Brainstorm Tech sessions, beginning with an optional  guided hike at 6:30 AM and ending with a reception for all participants at 5:30 PM. The day will include main stage plenary sessions, as well as breakfast and lunch roundtables.

Brainstorm Tech Program

Brainstorm Tech sessions will conclude with our final morning of main stage sessions.

Closing Brainstorm Tech Sessions

It’s been a rough year for startups, from the contraction of funds and layoffs to navigating the Silicon Valley Bank fallout. How can founders continue to traverse this difficult landscape? And how is the role of their investors changing as a result of these challenges? We’ll hear from leaders on both sides on how they are weathering the storm. 
Hosted by: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE 
	 Polina Pompliano, FORTUNE

It’s been a rough year for startups, from the contraction of funds and layoffs to navigating the Silicon Valley Bank fallout. How can founders continue to traverse this difficult landscape? And how is the role of their investors changing as a result of these challenges? We’ll hear from leaders on both sides on how they are weathering the storm. 
Hosted by: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE 
Polina Pompliano, FORTUNE

FOUNDERS FORUM BREAKFAST: THE NEW FUNDING LANDSCAPE

Hosted by Threshold Ventures 
The opening night dinner will serve as an introductory meeting for the founders. Conversation will be facilitated by Fortune’s Michal Lev-Ram and Polina Pompliano.

The private opening night dinner will serve as an introductory meeting for the founders. Conversation will be facilitated by Fortune’s Michal Lev-Ram and Polina Pompliano.

Private Dinner

6:45–11:45 AM Whitewater Rafting
Paddle through Class II rapids on the Weber River and spot the wildlife surrounding the 13-foot Super Puma raft.

6:45–11:45 AM Fly Fishing
Gain fly rod techniques during 3-hours on the most productive trout streams in the American West. Suitable for all levels.

7:15–9:45 AMMountain Biking
Whether you are a beginner or intermediate/advanced, enjoy a customized mountain bike ride through some of the best bike trails in the US.

7:30–10:30 AM Bob Sledding
Reach speeds of up to 70 mph in a bobsled on the Olympic Sliding Track, home to bobsled, skeleton and luge events during the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Games.

7:30–10:30 AM UTV Tour
Tour through the Wasatch Mountains and experience the large elevation changes and spectacular views on a unique off-roading adventure.

7:45–10:00 AM Guided Hike
Hosted by NYSE
Expect to gain about 750 feet of elevation on this 2-hour moderate hike through a ponderosa pine forest up to a breathtaking viewpoint.

7:45–10:45 AM Horseback Riding
Enjoy a scenic horseback ride through rigorous backcountry and mountainous terrain on horses trained for all levels of riders.

8:45–10:00 AM Archery
Learn to shoot a compound bow with a certified archery instructor at the on-site archery range.

6:45–11:45 AM Whitewater Rafting 
Paddle through Class II rapids on the Weber River and spot the wildlife surrounding the 13-foot Super Puma raft. 
 
6:45–11:45 AM Fly Fishing 
Gain fly rod techniques during 3-hours on the most productive trout streams in the American West. Suitable for all levels.
7:15-945AM Mountain Biking 
Whether you are a beginner or intermediate/advanced, enjoy a customized mountain bike ride through some of the best bike trails in the US.
7:30–10:30 AM Bob Sledding 
Reach speeds of up to 70 mph in a bobsled on the Olympic Sliding Track, home to bobsled, skeleton and luge events during the 2002 Salt Lake Winter Games.
7:30–10:30 AM UTV Tour 
Tour through the Wasatch Mountains and experience the large elevation changes and spectacular views on a unique off-roading adventure.
7:45–10:00 AM Guided Hike 
Hosted by NYSE 
Expect to gain about 750 feet of elevation on this 2-hour moderate hike through a ponderosa pine forest up to a breathtaking viewpoint.
7:45–10:45 AM Horseback Riding 
Enjoy a scenic horseback ride through rigorous backcountry and mountainous terrain on horses trained for all levels of riders.
8:45–10:00 AM Archery 
Learn to shoot a compound bow with a certified archery instructor at the on-site archery range.

MORNING ACTIVITIES

WELCOME AND INTRODUCTIONS 
			Michal Lev-Ram, Editor-at-Large & Editorial Director of Live Media, FORTUNE 
			Polina Pompliano, Deputy Editorial Director, FORTUNE; Founder, The Profile

FOUNDERS FORUM LUNCH PROGRAM

It’s one thing to start a company and another to build a lasting brand–let alone world-changing innovations. Resilience and agility are key, but not the only answers. We sit down with two seasoned founders and hear how they did it. 
Frederick Smith, Founder and Executive Chairman, FedEx Corporation 
Kirsten Green, Founder and Managing Partner, Forerunner Ventures

It’s one thing to start a company and another to build a lasting brand–let alone world-changing innovations. Resilience and agility are key, but not the only answers. We sit down with two seasoned founders and hear how they did it.

HOW I DID IT

When building a business, founders are told to focus on the basics: profitability, growth, recruiting, fundraising. But what about mental health? Hear from this entrepreneur on identifying red flags, navigating cofounder relationships, and the devastating costs of not reclaiming your mental health. 
Andy Dunn, Co-founder, Bonobos

When building a business, founders are told to focus on the basics: profitability, growth, recruiting, fundraising. But what about mental health? Hear from this entrepreneur on identifying red flags, navigating cofounder relationships, and the devastating costs of not reclaiming your mental health.

MENTAL HEALTH = MENTAL WEALTH


Founders will break into small groups to share how they manage through growth, crisis, the current economy, and beyond. These sessions will be under Chatham House Rules.


Founders will break into small groups to share how they manage through growth, crisis, the current economy, and beyond.

WORKING GROUP SESSIONS

We’ll wrap up the afternoon’s discussions with a round robin with the group.



We’ll wrap up the afternoon’s discussions with a round robin with the group.

CLOSING REMARKS

BREAK

Founders Forum members will join the Brainstorm Tech Sessions

Founders Forum members will join the Brainstorm Tech Sessions

BRAINSTORM TECH OPENING SESSIONS

BRAINSTORM TECH RECEPTION AND NETWORKING

BRAINSTORM TECH KEYNOTE CONVERSATION

DINE AROUND DINNERS

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 2023

WELCOME 
Michal Lev-Ram, Editor-at-Large, Editorial Director, Live Media, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm Tech 

	BEHIND THE GROWTH OF UTAH TECH 
A growing number of startups and top tech companies are moving to Utah—and the industry contributes $22 billion to the state’s economy. How did Utah rise to become one of the places most likely to launch a unicorn and what can the state do to sustain that growth? A kick-off conversation with Utah-based founders and CEOs on what’s next for their business and what they’re doing to help transform America’s tech ecosystem. 
 
	Deborah Liu, President and CEO, Ancestry 
Ben Peterson, Co-founder, BambooHR 
Matthew Prince, Co-founder and CEO, CloudFlare 
Aaron Skonnard, Co-founder and CEO, Pluralsight 
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm 
Tech 

	UNLOCKING A.I.’S POTENTIAL 
The digital revolution brought with it a deluge of data. Now, maturing technologies like generative A.I. and supercomputing are set to drive big changes on the world stage. We hear from leaders putting these technologies to the test and working to unlock the power of A.I. to break down barriers. 
Jonas Andrulis, Founder and CEO, Aleph Alpha 
Antonio Neri, President and CEO, Hewlett Packard Enterprise 
In conversation with: Jo Ling Kent, Journalist and Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm 
	Tech 

BANK FALLOUTS AND THE FUTURE OF FINANCING TECH 
The fall of Silicon Valley Bank and the recent rescue of First Republic Bank have not only challenged long-held assumptions about tech financing and capital markets. They have also paved the way for neobanks and other financial institutions to step up to meet the demand for financing and to provide services to thousands of startups. How are portfolio companies, founders, and bankers themselves responding to a new reality? 
	Immad Akhund, Co-founder and CEO, Mercury 
	Erica Brescia, General Partner, Redpoint Ventures 
In conversation with: Terri Burns, Investor, Board Member, and Co-chair, Fortune 
	Brainstorm Tech 

	SPEED, SCALE, AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH 
The past decade has seen near-unprecedented disruption in business and society, particularly these last few years. What does it take to move fast (and not break things) in today’s environment? Two tech leaders who have grown their businesses to global prominence share how they’ve led their organizations through recent ups and downs, and how they’re looking at the future. 
	Scott Farquhar, Co-founder and Co-CEO, Atlassian 
	Jeff Lawson, Co-founder and CEO, Twilio 
In conversation with: Polina Pompliano, Deputy Director, Live Events, FORTUNE; 		
	Founder, The Profile 

	THE NEW GREEN FRONTIER 
The climate tech market is expected to grow to $417 billion by 2030—the same year the Paris Agreement calls for 45% reduced emissions. As tech companies strive to build more sustainable organizations and investors pour dollars into green tech, we’ll look at what it takes to drive real innovation and deliver real returns. 
	Al Gore, Co-founder and Chairman, Generation Investment Management 	 
	Lila Preston, Partner and Head of Growth Equity Strategy, Generation Investment 
	Management In conversation with: Jessica Mathews, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet 

	VIEW FROM THE WHITE HOUSE 
The CHIPS and Science Act opened the U.S. government’s coffers to bankroll American innovation and reduce the country’s reliance on China, investing $280 billion toward bolstering everything from climate tech to semiconductors and R&D. We hear from the head of the White House Office of Science and Technology, as she explains the task ahead and the administration’s approach to making the country more resilient and more competitive. 
	Dr. Arati Prabhakar, Director, White House Office of Science and Technology 
In conversation with: Alan Murray, Chief Executive Officer, FORTUNE 

	Additional Sessions To Be Announced

WELCOME 
Michal Lev-Ram, Editor-at-Large, Editorial Director, Live Media, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm Tech
BEHIND THE GROWTH OF UTAH TECH 
A growing number of startups and top tech companies are moving to Utah—and the industry contributes $22 billion to the state’s economy. How did Utah rise to become one of the places most likely to launch a unicorn and what can the state do to sustain that growth? A kick-off conversation with Utah-based founders and CEOs on what’s next for their business and what they’re doing to help transform America’s tech ecosystem. 
Deborah Liu, President and CEO, Ancestry 
Ben Peterson, Co-founder, BambooHR 
Matthew Prince, Co-founder and CEO, CloudFlare 
Aaron Skonnard, Co-founder and CEO, Pluralsight 
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm Tech
UNLOCKING A.I.’S POTENTIAL 
The digital revolution brought with it a deluge of data. Now, maturing technologies like generative A.I. and supercomputing are set to drive big changes on the world stage. We hear from leaders putting these technologies to the test and working to unlock the power of A.I. to break down barriers. 
Jonas Andrulis, Founder and CEO, Aleph Alpha 
Antonio Neri, President and CEO, Hewlett Packard Enterprise 
In conversation with: Jo Ling Kent, Journalist and Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm Tech
BANK FALLOUTS AND THE FUTURE OF FINANCING TECH 
The fall of Silicon Valley Bank and the recent rescue of First Republic Bank have not only challenged long-held assumptions about tech financing and capital markets. They have also paved the way for neobanks and other financial institutions to step up to meet the demand for financing and to provide services to thousands of startups. How are portfolio companies, founders, and bankers themselves responding to a new reality? 
Immad Akhund, Co-founder and CEO, Mercury 
Erica Brescia, General Partner, Redpoint Ventures 
In conversation with: Terri Burns, Investor, Board Member, and Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm Tech
SPEED, SCALE, AND SUSTAINABLE GROWTH 
The past decade has seen near-unprecedented disruption in business and society, particularly these last few years. What does it take to move fast (and not break things) in today’s environment? Two tech leaders who have grown their businesses to global prominence share how they’ve led their organizations through recent ups and downs, and how they’re looking at the future. 
Scott Farquhar, Co-founder and Co-CEO, Atlassian 
Jeff Lawson, Co-founder and CEO, Twilio 
In conversation with: Polina Pompliano, Deputy Director, Live Events, FORTUNE; Founder, The Profile
THE NEW GREEN FRONTIER 
The climate tech market is expected to grow to $417 billion by 2030—the same year the Paris Agreement calls for 45% reduced emissions. As tech companies strive to build more sustainable organizations and investors pour dollars into green tech, we’ll look at what it takes to drive real innovation and deliver real returns. 
Al Gore, Co-founder and Chairman, Generation Investment Management 
Lila Preston, Partner and Head of Growth Equity Strategy, Generation Investment Management 
In conversation with: Jessica Mathews, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet
VIEW FROM THE WHITE HOUSE 
The CHIPS and Science Act opened the U.S. government’s coffers to bankroll American innovation and reduce the country’s reliance on China, investing $280 billion toward bolstering everything from climate tech to semiconductors and R&amp;D. We hear from the head of the White House Office of Science and Technology, as she explains the task ahead and the administration’s approach to making the country more resilient and more competitive. 
Dr. Arati Prabhakar, Director, White House Office of Science and Technology 
In conversation with: Alan Murray, Chief Executive Officer, FORTUNE
Additional Sessions To Be Announced

OPENING MAINSTAGE SESSIONS

Hosted by KPMG

RECEPTION AND NETWORKING

In this special conversation, we’ll talk to a four-time NBA Champion plus Utah’s most prominent tech founder-turned-NBA owner about the intersection between sports and tech, the art of deal-making, and where they’re placing their next big bets. 
Andre Iguodala, Forward, Golden State Warriors and General Partner, Mastry Ventures 
Ryan Smith, Executive Chairman and Co-founder, Qualtrics; Chairman and CEO, Smith Entertainment Group; Owner, Utah Jazz 
In conversation with: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE

In this special conversation, we’ll talk to a four-time NBA Champion plus Utah’s most prominent tech founder-turned-NBA owner about the intersection between sports and tech, the art of deal-making, and where they’re placing their next big bets. 
Andre Iguodala, Forward, Golden State Warriors and General Partner, Mastry Ventures 
Ryan Smith, Executive Chairman and Co-founder, Qualtrics; Chairman and CEO, Smith Entertainment Group; Owner, Utah Jazz 
In conversation with: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE

BIG BETS: ON AND OFF THE COURT

Participants will join one of three dinners 
High West Saloon Whisky distillery serving gastro bar food in an historic Victorian homestead 
Riverhorse on Main A menu of eclectic America fare on Park City’s historic main street 
Tupelo Park City Stylish restaurant featuring globally inspired New American cuisine

Participants will join one of three dinners 
High West Saloon Whisky distillery serving gastro bar food in an historic Victorian homestead 
Riverhorse on Main A menu of eclectic America fare on Park City’s historic main street 
Tupelo Park City Stylish restaurant featuring globally inspired New American cuisine

WINE. DINE. SOCIALIZE.

Hosted by NYSE
Experience stunning views and high mountain meadows on this 1-hour moderate hike with a 450-feet trail elevation leading to Bloods Lake.

Hosted by NYSE 
Experience stunning views and high mountain meadows on this 1-hour moderate hike with a 450-feet trail elevation leading to Bloods Lake.

GUIDED HIKE

TERM SHEET BREAKFAST: INVESTING IN A TUMULTUOUS TECH ENVIRONMENT 
Between layoffs at Silicon Valley’s biggest players, increasing volatile stock prices, and a difficult fundraising market for venture capital funds, it may seem like tech’s reign as king is over. Or is it? Generative A.I. and global opportunities in a reopening world offer opportunities despite the gloom. A deep dive on where, when, and how to invest across a changing tech sector. 
Discussion Leaders: 
Chelsea Stoner, General Partner, Battery Ventures 
Additional discussion leaders to be announced 
Moderators: 
Jessica Mathews, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet 
Anne Sraders, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet 

DATA PRIVACY AND PROTECTION IN THE AGE OF A.I. 
Hosted by Salesforce 
As A.I. continues to offer exciting opportunities for businesses, there’s a growing tension between innovation and the regulatory, ethical, and security risks surrounding the technology. Senior leaders will need to balance innovation against these risks as regulators turn their attention to A.I. and more companies deploy models trained on public and proprietary data—all while being transparent with customers on how their data is used and protected. We explore the ways that senior leaders are using innovations in data, analytics, and A.I. to drive efficient, sustainable growth, mitigate risk, and bolster security. 
Discussion leaders to be announced 
Moderator: Alexei Oreskovic, Deputy Tech Editor, FORTUNE

TERM SHEET BREAKFAST: INVESTING IN A TUMULTUOUS TECH ENVIRONMENT 
Between layoffs at Silicon Valley’s biggest players, increasing volatile stock prices, and a difficult fundraising market for venture capital funds, it may seem like tech’s reign as king is over. Or is it? Generative A.I. and global opportunities in a reopening world offer opportunities despite the gloom. A deep dive on where, when, and how to invest across a changing tech sector. 
Discussion Leaders: 
Chelsea Stoner, General Partner, Battery Ventures 
Additional discussion leaders to be announced 
Moderators: 
Jessica Mathews, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet 
Anne Sraders, Senior Writer, FORTUNE; Writer, Term Sheet
DATA PRIVACY AND PROTECTION IN THE AGE OF A.I. 
Hosted by Salesforce 
As A.I. continues to offer exciting opportunities for businesses, there’s a growing tension between innovation and the regulatory, ethical, and security risks surrounding the technology. Senior leaders will need to balance innovation against these risks as regulators turn their attention to A.I. and more companies deploy models trained on public and proprietary data—all while being transparent with customers on how their data is used and protected. We explore the ways that senior leaders are using innovations in data, analytics, and A.I. to drive efficient, sustainable growth, mitigate risk, and bolster security. 
Discussion leaders to be announced 
Moderator: Alexei Oreskovic, Deputy Tech Editor, FORTUNE

BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLES I

TECH’S NEW TALENT WAR 
The U.S. tech sector continues to grow, and it's poised to create thousands of jobs over the next decade. But recently laid off tech workers are now finding jobs outside of tech, many in traditional industries where their skills are more sought after and valued. The rapid rise of generative A.I. products and technologies has also created new and highly sought-after skill sets. But with a new surge in demand on the horizon, how can companies create new norms and deploy new technologies to unleash their workforce’s fullest potential and stay ahead of the competition? And how can tech talent make themselves more marketable to others?
Discussion leaders to be announced
Moderator: Roy Bahat, Head, Bloomberg Beta

Additional roundtable to be announced

TECH’S NEW TALENT WAR 
The U.S. tech sector continues to grow, and it's poised to create thousands of jobs over the next decade. But recently laid off tech workers are now finding jobs outside of tech, many in traditional industries where their skills are more sought after and valued. The rapid rise of generative A.I. products and technologies has also created new and highly sought-after skill sets. But with a new surge in demand on the horizon, how can companies create new norms and deploy new technologies to unleash their workforce’s fullest potential and stay ahead of the competition? And how can tech talent make themselves more marketable to others? 
Discussion leaders to be announced 
Moderator: Roy Bahat, Head, Bloomberg Beta
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Additional roundtable to be announced

BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLES II

NETWORKING

WELCOME TO MIAMI
Miami is one of a growing number of hot spots for tech investment as the industry moves beyond Silicon Valley. Founders and funders have flocked to the coastal city over the last few years, attracted not just to the climate and lifestyle but also the low-tax policies in the state and the diversity it offers. But how can the city harness this momentum to become a sustainable tech ecosystem?
Keith Rabois, General Partner, Founders Fund
Francis X. Suarez, Mayor, City of Miami
In conversation with: Terri Burns,  Fortune Brainstorm Tech

 GO WITH THE FLOW 
The WeWork founder’s latest company, Flow, wants to create a sense of community among renters—revitalizing what Neumann and his backers call the “soulless” experience of renting. We hear from the colorful (and controversial) founder on his new big bet and how he’s applying learnings from the past to find a new solution to a decades-old problem: America’s fractured housing market.
Adam Neumann, Founder, Flow; Co-Founder and Former CEO, WeWork
In conversation with: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE 

DEMOCRATIZING FINANCE
Alongside fintech’s growth through the pandemic came promises that a new wave of technology would push finance to be more inclusive. But now that Silicon Valley Bank has collapsed and a recession is on the horizon, greater risk lies ahead. Is there still hope that emerging tech can build fresh momentum and democratize access to finance?
Wemimo Abbey, Co-founder and Co-CEO, Esusu
Additional speaker to be announced
In conversation with: Jo Ling Kent,  Fortune Brainstorm Tech

MAKING SENSE OF THE METAVERSE
The metaverse is still in its infancy, with applications and business models still being worked out. Social media giant Meta has made a big bet on the fledgling platform, but what is the strategy and what will it take to reach mass adoption? And how can tech companies navigate regulators and advocacy groups as the technology (and scrutiny of it) grows?
Vishal Shah, Vice President, Metaverse, Meta
In conversation with: Alyson Shontell, Editor-in-Chief, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm Tech

WHY WE SHOULD TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health was a long overlooked and even taboo aspect of entrepreneurship. In this candid conversation, we hear from a founder and an investor on the ups and downs of working in the industry, personal struggles, and how those in the tech industry can better support each other.
Andy Dunn, Co-founder, Bonobos
Kirsten Green, Founder and Managing Partner, Forerunner Ventures
In conversation with: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE

WELCOME TO MIAMI 
Miami is one of a growing number of hot spots for tech investment as the industry moves beyond Silicon Valley. Founders and funders have flocked to the coastal city over the last few years, attracted not just to the climate and lifestyle but also the low-tax policies in the state and the diversity it offers. But how can the city harness this momentum to become a sustainable tech ecosystem? 
Keith Rabois, General Partner, Founders Fund 
Francis X. Suarez, Mayor, City of Miami 
In conversation with: Terri Burns,  Fortune Brainstorm Tech
 GO WITH THE FLOW 
The WeWork founder’s latest company, Flow, wants to create a sense of community among renters—revitalizing what Neumann and his backers call the “soulless” experience of renting. We hear from the colorful (and controversial) founder on his new big bet and how he’s applying learnings from the past to find a new solution to a decades-old problem: America’s fractured housing market. 
Adam Neumann, Founder, Flow; Co-Founder and Former CEO, WeWork 
In conversation with: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE 
DEMOCRATIZING FINANCE 
Alongside fintech’s growth through the pandemic came promises that a new wave of technology would push finance to be more inclusive. But now that Silicon Valley Bank has collapsed and a recession is on the horizon, greater risk lies ahead. Is there still hope that emerging tech can build fresh momentum and democratize access to finance? 
Wemimo Abbey, Co-founder and Co-CEO, Esusu 
Additional speaker to be announced 
In conversation with: Jo Ling Kent,  Fortune Brainstorm Tech
MAKING SENSE OF THE METAVERSE 
The metaverse is still in its infancy, with applications and business models still being worked out. Social media giant Meta has made a big bet on the fledgling platform, but what is the strategy and what will it take to reach mass adoption? And how can tech companies navigate regulators and advocacy groups as the technology (and scrutiny of it) grows? 
Vishal Shah, Vice President, Metaverse, Meta 
In conversation with: Alyson Shontell, Editor-in-Chief, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Brainstorm Tech
WHY WE SHOULD TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH 
Mental health was a long overlooked and even taboo aspect of entrepreneurship. In this candid conversation, we hear from a founder and an investor on the ups and downs of working in the industry, personal struggles, and how those in the tech industry can better support each other. 
Andy Dunn, Co-founder, Bonobos 
Kirsten Green, Founder and Managing Partner, Forerunner Ventures 
In conversation with: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE

MAINSTAGE SESSIONS

NETWORKING BREAK

PUSHING FOR PRIVACY 
Meredith Whittaker has long been a critic of big tech, even during her more than a decade at Google. Today, as president of encrypted messaging app Signal, she is working to both innovate and fight to protect consumers’ privacy and data. She shares her perspectives, especially in light of growing threats across the globe. 
	Meredith Whittaker, President, Signal 
In conversation with: Roy Bahat, Bloomberg Beta 

	ROBOTIC REVOLUTION 
Two leading robotics pioneers share how they are driving disruption in wildly different industries, health care and construction. We hear how these innovations will impact businesses and society, and what it takes to be a robotics entrepreneur in today’s economic climate. 
	Vivian Chu, Co-founder and CTO, Diligent Robotics 
	Tessa Lau, Founder and CEO, Dusty Robotics 
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, FORTUNE 

IN SEARCH OF… A BETTER SEARCH 
As the A.I. arms race plays out, the original tech giants are fiercely competing to steer the direction of an inevitably A.I.-driven future. Microsoft was the first Big Tech company to announce an A.I. powered chatbot, and in doing so, it learned a few hard lessons about the power and unpredictability of generative A.I. As the company sets its sights on transforming its Bing chatbot from a product to a platform, can it continue to gain momentum as it looks to responsibly reinvent the future of search? 
Jordi Ribas, Corporate Vice President, Search and A.I., Microsoft 
	In conversation with: Jeremy Kahn, FORTUNE 
 
	FOOD FOR GOOD 
The United Nations reports that the largest food-related greenhouse gases are derived from agriculture and land use. So how can the world be a better place for humans who need food to sustain life? Leading food technologists discuss how they are creating eggs without chickens, protein from air, and more. 
Dr. Lisa Dyson, Founder and CEO, Air Protein	 
Magi Richani, Founder and CEO, Nobell Foods 
Josh Tetrick, Co-founder and CEO, Eat Just	 
In conversation with: Molly Wood, Investor and Founder, Molly Wood Media 	 

Additional sessions to be announced

PUSHING FOR PRIVACY 
Meredith Whittaker has long been a critic of big tech, even during her more than a decade at Google. Today, as president of encrypted messaging app Signal, she is working to both innovate and fight to protect consumers’ privacy and data. She shares her perspectives, especially in light of growing threats across the globe. 
Meredith Whittaker, President, Signal 
In conversation with: Roy Bahat, Bloomberg Beta
ROBOTIC REVOLUTION 
Two leading robotics pioneers share how they are driving disruption in wildly different industries, health care and construction. We hear how these innovations will impact businesses and society, and what it takes to be a robotics entrepreneur in today’s economic climate. 
Vivian Chu, Co-founder and CTO, Diligent Robotics 
Tessa Lau, Founder and CEO, Dusty Robotics 
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, FORTUNE
IN SEARCH OF… A BETTER SEARCH 
As the A.I. arms race plays out, the original tech giants are fiercely competing to steer the direction of an inevitably A.I.-driven future. Microsoft was the first Big Tech company to announce an A.I. powered chatbot, and in doing so, it learned a few hard lessons about the power and unpredictability of generative A.I. As the company sets its sights on transforming its Bing chatbot from a product to a platform, can it continue to gain momentum as it looks to responsibly reinvent the future of search? 
Jordi Ribas, Corporate Vice President, Search and A.I., Microsoft 
In conversation with: Jeremy Kahn, FORTUNE
FOOD FOR GOOD 
The United Nations reports that the largest food-related greenhouse gases are derived from agriculture and land use. So how can the world be a better place for humans who need food to sustain life? Leading food technologists discuss how they are creating eggs without chickens, protein from air, and more. 
Dr. Lisa Dyson, Founder and CEO, Air Protein 
Magi Richani, Founder and CEO, Nobell Foods 
Josh Tetrick, Co-founder and CEO, Eat Just 
In conversation with: Molly Wood, Investor and Founder, Molly Wood Media
Additional sessions to be announced

SWITCH BREAK

GENERATIVE A.I. IS HERE—NOW WHAT?
Hosted by Mizuho 
Generative A.I. is changing business at an unprecedented pace, but parallel to the promise of boosts in productivity and innovation run significant risks. As the technology matures, what will be the effect of generative A.I.’s use in the workplace? How will regulation unfold across the globe as governments turn their focus to the blooming technology? Join leaders in generative A.I. to hear where the tech is headed, and discuss the ethical, social, and geopolitical implications of its ability to disrupt whole sectors of business and society.
Discussion Leaders:
Gregg Moskowitz, Senior Enterprise Software Equity Research Analyst, Mizuho
Navrina Singh, Founder and CEO, Credo AI
Cristóbal Valenzuela, Co-founder and CEO, Runway
Moderator: Jeremy Kahn, FORTUNE 

FINTECH AND THE LIMITS OF DISRUPTION  
Fintech hit a high watermark during the pandemic. Now, with a looming recession, venture capital funds drying up, and interest rates rising, the industry risks losing out to the stodgy financial institutions they sought to disrupt. With many fintech companies offering crypto, has the crash dispelled the hype in decentralized currencies and created new challenges for fintech? And despite the headwinds, where are the opportunities for growth and potential collaboration across the sector?
Discussion leaders to be announced
Moderator: Jeff John Roberts, Crypto Editor, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Future of Finance

GENERATIVE A.I. IS HERE—NOW WHAT? 
Hosted by Mizuho  
Generative A.I. is changing business at an unprecedented pace, but parallel to the promise of boosts in productivity and innovation run significant risks. As the technology matures, what will be the effect of generative A.I.’s use in the workplace? How will regulation unfold across the globe as governments turn their focus to the blooming technology? Join leaders in generative A.I. to hear where the tech is headed, and discuss the ethical, social, and geopolitical implications of its ability to disrupt whole sectors of business and society. 
Discussion Leaders: 
Gregg Moskowitz, Senior Enterprise Software Equity Research Analyst, Mizuho 
Navrina Singh, Founder and CEO, Credo AI 
Cristóbal Valenzuela, Co-founder and CEO, Runway 
Moderator: Jeremy Kahn, FORTUNE 
FINTECH AND THE LIMITS OF DISRUPTION  
Fintech hit a high watermark during the pandemic. Now, with a looming recession, venture capital funds drying up, and interest rates rising, the industry risks losing out to the stodgy financial institutions they sought to disrupt. With many fintech companies offering crypto, has the crash dispelled the hype in decentralized currencies and created new challenges for fintech? And despite the headwinds, where are the opportunities for growth and potential collaboration across the sector? 
Discussion leaders to be announced 
Moderator: Jeff John Roberts, Crypto Editor, FORTUNE; Co-chair, Fortune Future of Finance

LUNCH ROUNDTABLES I

THE NEW CUSTOMER JOURNEY
Hosted by Salesforce
The explosion of online shopping during the pandemic may be cooling, but the changes brought to the customer journey are here to stay. No matter who the customer is, personalization, flexibility, and streamlined experiences are the new baseline—all built on a foundation of data and analytics. As A.I. upends much of the tech landscape, how are these and other innovative technologies driving a new customer journey? And what does it mean to be an insights-driven business in the current tech landscape?
Discussion leaders to be announced
Moderator: Alan Murray, FORTUNE

Additional roundtable to be announced

THE NEW CUSTOMER JOURNEY 
Hosted by Salesforce 
The explosion of online shopping during the pandemic may be cooling, but the changes brought to the customer journey are here to stay. No matter who the customer is, personalization, flexibility, and streamlined experiences are the new baseline—all built on a foundation of data and analytics. As A.I. upends much of the tech landscape, how are these and other innovative technologies driving a new customer journey? And what does it mean to be an insights-driven business in the current tech landscape? 
Discussion leaders to be announced 
Moderator: Alan Murray, FORTUNE
Additional roundtable to be announced

LUNCH ROUNDTABLES II

ARE DRONES READY TO DELIVER TO YOUR DOORSTEP?
Regulation remains a barrier for those eager to see delivery drones buzzing above American cities and towns. Matternet’s CEO talks about getting an industry-first FAA certification and what this first step means for everything from delivering emergency aid to reducing emissions in supply chains.
Andreas Raptopoulos, Founder and CEO, Matternet
In conversation with: Jessica Mathews, FORTUNE 

FROMMER’S GUIDE TO THE NEW CONSUMER
How has a year marked by change affected consumers? Has inflation, bank failures, and generative A.I. shifted attitudes towards startups and technology? From the macro to the micro, we explore how consumers think about their money—and where they spend it.
Presenter: Dan Frommer, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, The New Consumer

WHAT IS OLD IS NEW: THE RISE OF RESALE 
The U.S. secondhand market is presently growing at a much faster rate than general retail and is expected to double by 2026, reaching $82 billion. Much of this growth has been spurred by Gen Z consumers eager to save money and waste less. At the same time, many companies have struggled to benefit from this boom. We’ll hear from two “recommerce” leaders who say they have found the way to capitalize on a growing (and profitable) consumer trend.
Thibaud Hug de Larauze, Co-founder and CEO, Back Market
Samina Virk, Chief Executive Officer, North America, Vestiaire Collective
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, FORTUNE

VC OUTLOOK
Banks collapsing, crypto crashing, and a slowdown in IPOs—we take a look at a year in tumult and hear from thought leaders in venture capital. How are they looking at the year ahead? Where are new opportunities for growth in 2023 and beyond? And what can we learn from the meltdown of Silicon Valley Bank?
Ilya Fushman, General Partner, Kleiner Perkins
Laela Sturdy, Managing Partner, CapitalG
Kareem Zaki, General Partner, Thrive Capital
In conversation with: Polina Pompliano, FORTUNE

FLY ME TO THE MOON
From robotics to climate tech, one of the world’s largest companies is still investing in pie-in-the-sky innovations. But so-called moonshots were hit hard by tech’s downturn, and a new mandate for greater efficiency across the industry. Is there still a place for big ideas in big tech?
Dr. Astro Teller, Captain of Moonshots, X
In conversation with: Alan Murray, FORTUNE

TOWN HALL CONVERSATION: WHERE TO, TECH?
Since January, more than 150,000 tech workers have been laid off, leading many to question whether the tech industry overhired and undermanaged long-term risk. The deployment of generative A.I. raises ethical risks (and regulatory scrutiny) while the fallout from the Silicon Valley Bank collapse continues. With all this in mind, how can we tune out the noise and harness technology as a driver of positive change in the world? If tech companies have infinite potential to innovate, what role should society have in governing the new technologies they create? And to what extent should tech take responsibility for the negative effects that its industry has had on society?
Discussion Leaders:
Aike Ho, General Partner, ACME Capital
 Ashley Kramer, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, Gitlab
Marissa Mayer, Co-Founder and CEO, Sunshine
Jay Parikh, Chief Executive Officer, Lacework
Moderator: Kai Ryssdal, Host and Senior Editor, Marketplace

Additional Sessions to be announced

ARE DRONES READY TO DELIVER TO YOUR DOORSTEP? 
Regulation remains a barrier for those eager to see delivery drones buzzing above American cities and towns. Matternet’s CEO talks about getting an industry-first FAA certification and what this first step means for everything from delivering emergency aid to reducing emissions in supply chains. 
Andreas Raptopoulos, Founder and CEO, Matternet 
In conversation with: Jessica Mathews, FORTUNE 
FROMMER’S GUIDE TO THE NEW CONSUMER 
How has a year marked by change affected consumers? Has inflation, bank failures, and generative A.I. shifted attitudes towards startups and technology? From the macro to the micro, we explore how consumers think about their money—and where they spend it. 
Presenter: Dan Frommer, Founder and Editor-in-Chief, The New Consumer
WHAT IS OLD IS NEW: THE RISE OF RESALE 
The U.S. secondhand market is presently growing at a much faster rate than general retail and is expected to double by 2026, reaching $82 billion. Much of this growth has been spurred by Gen Z consumers eager to save money and waste less. At the same time, many companies have struggled to benefit from this boom. We’ll hear from two “recommerce” leaders who say they have found the way to capitalize on a growing (and profitable) consumer trend. 
Thibaud Hug de Larauze, Co-founder and CEO, Back Market 
Samina Virk, Chief Executive Officer, North America, Vestiaire Collective 
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, FORTUNE
VC OUTLOOK 
Banks collapsing, crypto crashing, and a slowdown in IPOs—we take a look at a year in tumult and hear from thought leaders in venture capital. How are they looking at the year ahead? Where are new opportunities for growth in 2023 and beyond? And what can we learn from the meltdown of Silicon Valley Bank? 
Ilya Fushman, General Partner, Kleiner Perkins 
Laela Sturdy, Managing Partner, CapitalG 
Kareem Zaki, General Partner, Thrive Capital 
In conversation with: Polina Pompliano, FORTUNE
FLY ME TO THE MOON 
From robotics to climate tech, one of the world’s largest companies is still investing in pie-in-the-sky innovations. But so-called moonshots were hit hard by tech’s downturn, and a new mandate for greater efficiency across the industry. Is there still a place for big ideas in big tech? 
Dr. Astro Teller, Captain of Moonshots, X 
In conversation with: Alan Murray, FORTUNE
TOWN HALL CONVERSATION: WHERE TO, TECH? 
Since January, more than 150,000 tech workers have been laid off, leading many to question whether the tech industry overhired and undermanaged long-term risk. The deployment of generative A.I. raises ethical risks (and regulatory scrutiny) while the fallout from the Silicon Valley Bank collapse continues. With all this in mind, how can we tune out the noise and harness technology as a driver of positive change in the world? If tech companies have infinite potential to innovate, what role should society have in governing the new technologies they create? And to what extent should tech take responsibility for the negative effects that its industry has had on society? 
Discussion Leaders: 
Aike Ho, General Partner, ACME Capital 
 Ashley Kramer, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, Gitlab 
Marissa Mayer, Co-Founder and CEO, Sunshine 
Jay Parikh, Chief Executive Officer, Lacework 
Moderator: Kai Ryssdal, Host and Senior Editor, Marketplace
Additional Sessions to be announced

RECEPTION

It’s been a rough year for startups, from the contraction of funds and layoffs to navigating the Silicon Valley Bank fallout. How can founders continue to traverse this difficult landscape? And how is the role of their investors changing as a result of these challenges? We’ll hear from leaders on both sides on how they are weathering the storm. 
Hosted by: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE 
	 Polina Pompliano, FORTUNE

It’s been a rough year for startups, from the contraction of funds and layoffs to navigating the Silicon Valley Bank fallout. How can founders continue to traverse this difficult landscape? And how is the role of their investors changing as a result of these challenges? We’ll hear from leaders on both sides on how they are weathering the storm. 
Hosted by: Michal Lev-Ram, FORTUNE 
 Polina Pompliano, FORTUNE

NETWORKING BREAKFAST WITH FORTUNE EDITORS

LEADERSHIP NEXT: THE GLOBAL VIEW 
After years of military service, Fred Smith founded one of the world’s largest companies, leading its path to success over the decades with a focus on tech and globalization. But more recently: How have evolving relations with China and pandemic supply chain problems changed the landscape for FedEx and other global companies? We hear from one of the business world’s most well-known founders. 
Fred Smith, Founder and Executive Chairman, FedEx 
In conversation with: Alan Murray, FORTUNE 

CAN YOU TRUST YOUR A.I.? 
Founded in 2021 by former OpenAI execs and backed by both Google and Salesforce, Anthropic is taking on ChatGPT in a big way. Its own chatbot, Claude, can read a novel in less than a minute and deploys constitutional A.I. to govern itself. Can Anthropic’s company ethos of responsible A.I. usage help pave the way for a more transparent and more ethical framework for next-gen A.I. assistants? 
	Dario Amodei, Co-founder and CEO, Anthropic 
	In conversation with: Jeremy Kahn, FORTUNE 

AUTONOMOUSLY ON THE ROAD 
While the idea of fully driverless cars and taxi services still seems years away, the future of autonomous trucks on the road seems a lot more plausible. And it could not come at a more critical time, as the trucking industry faces driver shortages, long transit times, and increased demand for freight. We’ll hear from two companies well on the road to proving that trucking has become the fastest route to commercializing and scaling self-driving technology. 
 Shawn Kerrigan, Co-founder and COO, Plus 
Raquel Urtasun, Founder and CEO, Waabi; Professor, University of Toronto 
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, FORTUNE 

NFT’S TO THE NEXT LEVEL 
Home to Bored Ape Yacht Club, CryptoPunks, and Meebits, Yuga Labs is pushing the boundaries of NFT technology and creating new opportunities for creators. The company’s new CEO shares his perspective on the intersecting trends among gaming, film, and art and how he and Yuga Labs are deploying innovative community-building, new technologies and storytelling to shape Web 3.0 culture. 
Daniel Alegre, Chief Executive Officer, Yuga Labs 
	In conversation with: Jeff John Roberts, FORTUNE 

FOREVER YOUNG 
Bryan Johnson is spending $2 million a year extending his life span. But living longer is hard work. This entrepreneur takes two dozen supplements a day, plus subjects himself to routine MRIs and constant blood work overseen by a team of dedicated doctors. Hear how he’s making strides to decrease his biological age and why he thinks his herculean efforts are worth it. 
Bryan Johnson, Founder and CEO, Blueprint, Kernel, and OS Fund (appearing virtually) 
In conversation with: Alyson Shontell, FORTUNE 

Additional Sessions to be announced

LEADERSHIP NEXT: THE GLOBAL VIEW 
After years of military service, Fred Smith founded one of the world’s largest companies, leading its path to success over the decades with a focus on tech and globalization. But more recently: How have evolving relations with China and pandemic supply chain problems changed the landscape for FedEx and other global companies? We hear from one of the business world’s most well-known founders. 
Fred Smith, Founder and Executive Chairman, FedEx 
In conversation with: Alan Murray, FORTUNE
AUTONOMOUSLY ON THE ROAD 
While the idea of fully driverless cars and taxi services still seems years away, the future of autonomous trucks on the road seems a lot more plausible. And it could not come at a more critical time, as the trucking industry faces driver shortages, long transit times, and increased demand for freight. We’ll hear from two companies well on the road to proving that trucking has become the fastest route to commercializing and scaling self-driving technology. 
 Shawn Kerrigan, Co-founder and COO, Plus 
Raquel Urtasun, Founder and CEO, Waabi; Professor, University of Toronto 
In conversation with: Phil Wahba, FORTUNE
NFT’S TO THE NEXT LEVEL 
Home to Bored Ape Yacht Club, CryptoPunks, and Meebits, Yuga Labs is pushing the boundaries of NFT technology and creating new opportunities for creators. The company’s new CEO shares his perspective on the intersecting trends among gaming, film, and art and how he and Yuga Labs are deploying innovative community-building, new technologies and storytelling to shape Web 3.0 culture. 
Daniel Alegre, Chief Executive Officer, Yuga Labs 
In conversation with: Jeff John Roberts, FORTUNE
FOREVER YOUNG 
Bryan Johnson is spending $2 million a year extending his life span. But living longer is hard work. This entrepreneur takes two dozen supplements a day, plus subjects himself to routine MRIs and constant blood work overseen by a team of dedicated doctors. Hear how he’s making strides to decrease his biological age and why he thinks his herculean efforts are worth it. 
Bryan Johnson, Founder and CEO, Blueprint, Kernel, and OS Fund (appearing virtually) 
In conversation with: Alyson Shontell, FORTUNE
Additional Sessions to be announced

CLOSING MAINSTAGE SESSIONS

Brainstorm Tech gathers the top technology and media leaders, operators, entrepreneurs, innovators, and influencers for a dynamic exchange of ideas.

FORTUNE Brainstorm Tech 2023

FORTUNE Global Forum Dinner Singapore

ACTIVITIES

IMPACT ROUNDTABLES

WELCOME AND OPENING MAINSTAGE SESSION

OPENING RECEPTION

DINNER AND PROGRAM

BREAKFAST ROUNDTABLES

MAINSTAGE SESSION

LUNCHEON IMPACT STRATEGY SESSIONS

The Fortune Impact Initiative™ is a membership community dedicated to supporting executives who manage the risks and growth opportunities that put people, planet, and purpose at the core of their business strategies.

Fortune Impact Initiative 2023

Fortune Global Sustainability Virtual Forum

Plenary Sessions

Switch Break

Roundtable Sessions

Lunch

Coffee Break

Reception

Dinner

The FORTUNE CEO Initiative is dedicated to helping members find ways to promote social progress as part of their core business strategies.

The FORTUNE CEO Initiative

CONCURRENT LUNCH SESSIONS

COFFEE WITH THE CO-CHAIRS

FREE TIME

SPECIAL SESSIONS

FORTUNE MPW FUTURE LEADERS

MPW SUMMIT NEWCOMER MEET AND GREET

DINNER AND CONVERSATION

BREAKFAST CONCURRENT SESSIONS

WELCOME & THE BIG GET-TO-KNOW-YOU

PLENARY SESSIONS

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

LUNCH

ACTIVITIES AND FREE TIME

RECEPTION AND DINNER

CONCURRENT BREAKFAST SESSIONS

The MPW community gathers the preeminent women in business, along with select leaders in government, philanthropy, education, sports, and the arts.

FORTUNE Most Powerful Women Membership 2023

Opening Plenary Sessions

Leadership Roundtables

Luncheon

Afternoon Sessions

Networking Break

Afternoon Sessions II

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Fortune Future of Finance

Industry Tours

Opening Main Stage Sessions

Opening Reception and Dinner

Strategy Sessions

Main Stage Sessions

Reception and Dinner

MPW Breakfast

Mainstage Sessions

Lunch Roundtables

Closing Mainstage Sessions

The Fortune Global Forum gathers the leaders of the world’s biggest multinational companies in great cities on the dynamic frontiers of global business.

Fortune Global Forum 2023

DINNER: CREATIVE CUISINE AND CONVERSATION

STRATEGY SESSIONS

LUNCH AND KEYNOTE CONVERSATION

FORTUNE Brainstorm A.I. 2023

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