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What to Expect at GAI World 2026

September 28–30, 2026 · Boston, MA · Keynotes, workshops, and networking with enterprise AI leaders

Keynote Sessions from AI Leaders

Hear directly from the executives and researchers shaping the future of generative AI

Actionable AI Strategies

Walk away with enterprise AI implementation tactics you can apply immediately

Hands-On Workshops

Deep-dive sessions on applying AI tools across finance, operations, marketing, and more

Live Technology Demos

See the latest AI platforms and tools in action from leading vendors

Executive Networking

Connect with AI leaders, buyers, and innovators across industries

Expert Panel Discussions

Gain diverse perspectives on AI governance, ROI, and competitive advantage

AI Use Case Showcases

Real-world case studies from organizations successfully deploying generative AI

Stay Ahead of the Curve

Leave with a competitive edge — knowing where AI is headed and how to lead the change

GAI World 2026 Speakers

World-class AI executives, researchers, and practitioners sharing real-world insights on deploying generative AI at scale. See the full speaker lineup at gaiworld.com.

Tom Davenport

Tom Davenport

Professor

Babson College

Melissa Smith

Melissa Smith

CEO

WEX

David Edelman

David Edelman

Executive Advisor and Fellow

Harvard Business School

Shikhar Ghosh

Shikhar Ghosh

Professor

Harvard Business School

Heather Staples

Heather Staples

EVP of EBTS & CIO

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield

Priya Patel

Priya Patel

AI ML Product Manager

Google

Rama Pyarasani

Rama Pyarasani

Forward Deployed Engineering Leader

Microsoft

Liz Vanzura

Liz Vanzura

Co-Founder

GAI Insights

Mike Sullivan

Mike Sullivan

Co-Founder and Chief Growth Officer

OneDigital

Toby Eduardo Redshaw

Toby Eduardo Redshaw

CEO

Versus Advisory

Badri Raghavan

Badri Raghavan

Former VP AI and ML

GAI Insights

Kevin O'Brien

Kevin O'Brien

CEO

Invoice Cloud

Bill Fandrich

Bill Fandrich

EVP and CIO

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

Ashish Bhatia

Ashish Bhatia

Director, Product Management

Audible

Pete Blackshaw

Pete Blackshaw

CEO

BrandRank.AI

Veronika Durgin

Veronika Durgin

VP Data

Saks Global

Rizwan Mallal

Rizwan Mallal

Chief Operating Officer

Quantum Gears

Vinay Gidwaney

Vinay Gidwaney

Chief Product Officer

OneDigital

Apeksha Patel

Apeksha Patel

Medical Director, Solid Tumors

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Abhijith Mandya

Abhijith Mandya

Senior Data Science Manager

Wayfair

Lucinda Linde

Lucinda Linde

AI Analyst

GAI Insights

Karen Stroup

Karen Stroup

SVP Digital

WEX

Ian Robertson

Ian Robertson

Director

American Securities

Gamiel Gran

Gamiel Gran

Chief Commercial Officer

Mayfield Fund

2025 Sponsors

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GAI World 2026 by the Numbers

500+

Enterprise AI Leaders

70%+

C-Suite & VP-Level Attendees

50+

World-Class Speakers

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Programming Pillars

Conference Programming Pillars

Enterprise Use Cases & ROI

How organizations are deploying GenAI in production, scaling adoption, measuring impact, and creating measurable value across business functions.

Operating Models & Talent

How companies are structuring AI teams, managing organizational change, and building sustainable human + AI capabilities at scale.

Leadership, Governance & Risk

Board-level perspectives on AI security, guardrails, compliance, regulation, and organizational accountability in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Industry-Specific Execution

Deep dives into financial services, insurance, healthcare, life sciences, and other regulated industries deploying GenAI at scale.

Supported by Leading Academic Institutions

GAI World programming is developed in partnership with faculty and fellows from Harvard Business School and MIT, ensuring rigorous, research-backed content grounded in real-world enterprise practice. Our co-founders hold appointments at Harvard Business School and contribute to its GenAI MBA and Executive Education curriculum.

Venue & Location

Hynes Convention Center
900 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02115

Located in the heart of Back Bay, the Hynes Convention Center is one of Boston's premier event venues — steps from world-class hotels, restaurants, and the Prudential Center. September 28–30, 2026.

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2026 Conference Pass Pricing

VIP Pass (3-Day) — $2,920

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