Button TextButton Text

October 2025 Cohort

Explore the speakers and topics we'll be covering in our October 2025 cohort. Every program is unique and designed according to the needs of the current moment in time. More speakers and the finalized agenda will be released as it becomes available.

Leadership development designed to help you think like a futurist

First launched in 2009, the Singularity Executive Program (EP) has helped leaders re-frame their perspective and develop deeper understanding of the technologies shaping the future.The program's purpose is to inspire radically new ways of thinking — the kind of mindset necessary for starting new companies or reshaping organizations seeking change.

The EP is for those ready to take the next transformative leap, to own the future and become the leaders of tomorrow.

2025. OCTOBER
5—9
Mountain View, CA 
Event details

Meet a few of the October 2025 experts

Aaron Frank
Aaron Frank
Mixed Reality, Foundational Concepts, Exponential Thinking
This is some text inside of a div block.

Researcher, writer & consultant with 10+ years in Silicon Valley. Ex-Principal Faculty at Singularity University, advising EY, Sony & FC Barcelona on emerging tech. Oxford MBA. Featured in Wired, Forbes & Vice.

Fellow
Alix Rübsaam
Alix Rübsaam
Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, Singularity Foundations
This is some text inside of a div block.

Philosopher & cultural analyst, VP of Research at Singularity University. Expert in AI ethics, algorithmic bias & exponential tech. Empowering leaders to build equitable, responsible AI systems for a better future.

Expert
Amanda Manna
Amanda Manna
Innovation
This is some text inside of a div block.

VP at Singularity Group, Amanda Manna drives transformation through learning & strategy. Ex-Lowe's Innovation Labs director behind robotics & a store in space. Co-founded Uncommon Partners, acquired by Singularity University in 2019.

Expert
Ashley Anthony
Ashley Anthony
AI & Machine Learning
This is some text inside of a div block.

Geophysicist, entrepreneur & AI pioneer. Co-founder/CEO of Isazi Consulting, Ashley Anthony bridges science & business to drive sustainable, transformative solutions across Africa. Bearer of knowledge, by name and nature.

Expert
Carlo van de Weijer
Carlo van de Weijer
Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Governance, Robotics, Transformation
This is some text inside of a div block.

Carlo van de Weijer, a prominent figure in the automotive sector, boasts executive roles at Siemens and TomTom. With a master's degree in mechanical engineering from TU Eindhoven and a PhD from TU in Graz, his expertise bridges engineering and technology. Presently, Carlo directs the Eindhoven AI System Institute at Eindhoven University of Technology and serves as a Fellow for future mobility at the Deloitte Center for the Edge. He advises global ministries and industries on mobility's future and contributes insights through a weekly column in a leading Dutch newspaper, leaving a significant impact on technology and transportation discourse.

Fellow
Christianna Taylor
Christianna Taylor
Leadership, Space Technology
This is some text inside of a div block.

CTO at Gantri, PhD engineer & Singularity University winner. Founder of Intelligent Space, ex-NASA JPL Fellow. Expert in AI, space & 3D printing. Keynote speaker blending deep tech expertise with entrepreneurial vision.

Expert
Diederick Croese
Diederick Croese
Corporate Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Ethics, Impact, Leadership, Quantum
This is some text inside of a div block.

Quantum & society leader, serial entrepreneur, and former lawyer. Director at Quantum Delta NL & OQI advisor at CERN. Bridging quantum science, ethics, and governance for global impact.

Expert
Eleonora Cogo
Eleonora Cogo
Energy Technology, Sustainable Development Goals, Global Grand Challenges, Innovation, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Climate & sustainability expert with 15+ years advising on policy and strategy. Former UNFCCC negotiator, Paris Agreement contributor. Creator of 'Change Game.' Singularity University Expert and speaker on climate innovation.

Expert
Gary Bolles
Gary Bolles
Leadership, Singularity Foundations, Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Communities, Purpose
This is some text inside of a div block.

Global thought leader on future of work & learning. Chair at Singularity University, author of *The Next Rules of Work*, 1.7M+ LinkedIn learners. Helping orgs navigate rapid change.

Fellow
Ignacio Juarez
Ignacio Juarez
Energy Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Transformation, Governance, Economies,Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Purpose, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Global tech innovator, entrepreneur & futurist. Founder/CEO of EnnoFlow. MIT Innovator Under 35, U.S. DoS Entrepreneur of the Year. 20+ years bridging AI, energy & infrastructure. Keynote speaker & Singularity University Fellow.

Fellow
Jody Medich
Jody Medich
Mixed Reality, Innovation
This is some text inside of a div block.

HCI/UX pioneer with 30+ years shaping tech's future. Led design for HoloLens, Boston Dynamics & Google's HCAI. Co-founded Google Wonderlab. 7 TEDx talks. Patents at Microsoft, Google & Intel.

Expert
John Hagel
John Hagel
Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Purpose, Leadership, Transformation
This is some text inside of a div block.

Global management consultant, author & entrepreneur. 40+ years in strategy & digital transformation. Founder, Deloitte Center for the Edge. Author of *The Journey Beyond Fear*. Top thought leader per WEF & BusinessWeek.

Expert
Jonathan Knowles
Jonathan Knowles
Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Leadership, Communities
This is some text inside of a div block.

Futurist & innovation strategist with 20+ years in Silicon Valley (Apple, Adobe, Autodesk). Singularity University faculty. Ocean & space explorer. Keynote speaker helping leaders harness AI and exponential tech for a better future.

Expert
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Quantum Technology
This is some text inside of a div block.

Mark Jackson: trusted industry authority with proven expertise, strategic insight, and a passion for driving impact. A collaborative leader delivering excellence and lasting contributions across organizations.

Expert
Misha Byrne
Misha Byrne
Ethics, Leadership, Foundational Concepts, Wellbeing, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Neuroscientist & behavioural strategist helping leaders harness brain science for AI adoption, digital transformation & high-performance cultures. Head of Consulting, Future Academy X | Partner, NeuroPower Group.

Fellow
Muriel Clauson Closs
Muriel Clauson Closs
Artificial Intelligence
This is some text inside of a div block.

Muriel Clauson, PhD is the co-founder of Anthill. Anthill is a ML-enabled HR service center for the deskless workforce. Anthill is focused on helping workers in manufacturing and supply chain roles have the same support in their careers as their desked peers. Muriel has been an active researcher and advisor on the future of work and artificial intelligence.

Fellow
Nadine Bongaerts
Nadine Bongaerts
This is some text inside of a div block.

Synthetic biologist & biotech consultant. Founder of Amplicon Advisors, ex-CIO at Gourmey, PhD from Université Paris Cité. Faculty at Singularity University. Championing biotech's power to transform food, medicine & beyond.

Rodrigo Nieto Gomez
Rodrigo Nieto Gomez
Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Innovation
This is some text inside of a div block.

Geostrategist & defense futurist at Naval Postgraduate School. PhD in Geopolitics, JD, Singularity U faculty. Trains senior security leaders in strategy & innovation. Expert in asymmetric warfare, cybersecurity & border security.

Expert
Shuo Chen
Shuo Chen
Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Innovation, Transformation, Distributed Ledger Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Shuo Chen is a General Partner at IOVC, where she focuses on early stage venture investments in Silicon Valley with a focus on future of work and enterprise/SaaS. She is also Faculty at UC Berkeley and Singularity University. Shuo is appointed by California Governor Gavin Newson to serve as 1 of 13 voting members on California's Mental Health Commission (as the first Asian American Commissioner), which includes overseeing ~$2.6 billion annually in state budget and advising the Governor or the Legislature on mental health policy.

Expert
Diederick Croese
Diederick Croese
Corporate Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Ethics, Impact, Leadership, Quantum
This is some text inside of a div block.

Quantum & society leader, serial entrepreneur, and former lawyer. Director at Quantum Delta NL & OQI advisor at CERN. Bridging quantum science, ethics, and governance for global impact.

Expert
Eleonora Cogo
Eleonora Cogo
Energy Technology, Sustainable Development Goals, Global Grand Challenges, Innovation, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Climate & sustainability expert with 15+ years advising on policy and strategy. Former UNFCCC negotiator, Paris Agreement contributor. Creator of 'Change Game.' Singularity University Expert and speaker on climate innovation.

Expert
Gary Bolles
Gary Bolles
Leadership, Singularity Foundations, Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Communities, Purpose
This is some text inside of a div block.

Global thought leader on future of work & learning. Chair at Singularity University, author of *The Next Rules of Work*, 1.7M+ LinkedIn learners. Helping orgs navigate rapid change.

Fellow
Ignacio Juarez
Ignacio Juarez
Energy Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Transformation, Governance, Economies,Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Purpose, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Global tech innovator, entrepreneur & futurist. Founder/CEO of EnnoFlow. MIT Innovator Under 35, U.S. DoS Entrepreneur of the Year. 20+ years bridging AI, energy & infrastructure. Keynote speaker & Singularity University Fellow.

Fellow
Jody Medich
Jody Medich
Mixed Reality, Innovation
This is some text inside of a div block.

HCI/UX pioneer with 30+ years shaping tech's future. Led design for HoloLens, Boston Dynamics & Google's HCAI. Co-founded Google Wonderlab. 7 TEDx talks. Patents at Microsoft, Google & Intel.

Expert
John Hagel
John Hagel
Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Purpose, Leadership, Transformation
This is some text inside of a div block.

Global management consultant, author & entrepreneur. 40+ years in strategy & digital transformation. Founder, Deloitte Center for the Edge. Author of *The Journey Beyond Fear*. Top thought leader per WEF & BusinessWeek.

Expert
Jonathan Knowles
Jonathan Knowles
Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Leadership, Communities
This is some text inside of a div block.

Futurist & innovation strategist with 20+ years in Silicon Valley (Apple, Adobe, Autodesk). Singularity University faculty. Ocean & space explorer. Keynote speaker helping leaders harness AI and exponential tech for a better future.

Expert
Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson
Quantum Technology
This is some text inside of a div block.

Mark Jackson: trusted industry authority with proven expertise, strategic insight, and a passion for driving impact. A collaborative leader delivering excellence and lasting contributions across organizations.

Expert
Misha Byrne
Misha Byrne
Ethics, Leadership, Foundational Concepts, Wellbeing, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Neuroscientist & behavioural strategist helping leaders harness brain science for AI adoption, digital transformation & high-performance cultures. Head of Consulting, Future Academy X | Partner, NeuroPower Group.

Fellow
Muriel Clauson Closs
Muriel Clauson Closs
Artificial Intelligence
This is some text inside of a div block.

Muriel Clauson, PhD is the co-founder of Anthill. Anthill is a ML-enabled HR service center for the deskless workforce. Anthill is focused on helping workers in manufacturing and supply chain roles have the same support in their careers as their desked peers. Muriel has been an active researcher and advisor on the future of work and artificial intelligence.

Fellow
Nadine Bongaerts
Nadine Bongaerts
This is some text inside of a div block.

Synthetic biologist & biotech consultant. Founder of Amplicon Advisors, ex-CIO at Gourmey, PhD from Université Paris Cité. Faculty at Singularity University. Championing biotech's power to transform food, medicine & beyond.

Rodrigo Nieto Gomez
Rodrigo Nieto Gomez
Exponential Thinking, Innovation, Innovation
This is some text inside of a div block.

Geostrategist & defense futurist at Naval Postgraduate School. PhD in Geopolitics, JD, Singularity U faculty. Trains senior security leaders in strategy & innovation. Expert in asymmetric warfare, cybersecurity & border security.

Expert
Shuo Chen
Shuo Chen
Exponential Thinking, Foundational Concepts, Innovation, Transformation, Distributed Ledger Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership
This is some text inside of a div block.

Shuo Chen is a General Partner at IOVC, where she focuses on early stage venture investments in Silicon Valley with a focus on future of work and enterprise/SaaS. She is also Faculty at UC Berkeley and Singularity University. Shuo is appointed by California Governor Gavin Newson to serve as 1 of 13 voting members on California's Mental Health Commission (as the first Asian American Commissioner), which includes overseeing ~$2.6 billion annually in state budget and advising the Governor or the Legislature on mental health policy.

Expert
Program Logistics
Date
October 5-9, 2025
Location
The Ameswell Hotel Mountain View, CA
Program fee
$15,900
Average cohort size
100
Duration
5 days (Sun-Thurs)
Number of sessions
23
Daily schedule
8am to 9pm
Meals
3 meals/day
Transportation & hotel costs
Not included

Join a global network of 10,000+ futuremakers

Apply now

More than 70%

...of attendees say their favorite part of the week was meeting and collaborating with the other participants.

More than 92%

...of attendees say the program had a positive impact on their personal and/or professional development

More than 80%

...of attendees say they were able to apply what they learned at the Executive Program in their organization

DAY 01
9:00 AM

Registration

10:30 AM

Welcome + What to Expect This Week

Aaron Frank & Alix Rübsaam

11:55 AM

Intro to Exponentials

Aaron Frank

1:00 PM

Lunch

2:20 PM

Leveraging Exponential Technologies for Positive Impact

Alix Rübsaam

3:10 PM

Intro to Artificial Intelligence

Carlo van de Weijer

4:50 PM

Unlocking the Bio-Industrial Revolution

Dr. Nadine Bongaerts

6:00 PM

Fireside Chat

To Be Confirmed

7:00 PM

Dinner, Drinks & Networking

DAY 02
7:00 AM | OPTIONAL

Morning Yoga

7:00 - 9:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Opening

Aaron Frank & Alix Rübsaam

9:30 AM

Blockchain: Powering the Future of Business

Shuo Chen

11:10 AM

Life in The 3D Revolution: Exploring Mixed Realities, Digital Twins and a Shift Toward Spatial Computing

Aaron Frank

12:30 PM

The Race Toward Quantum Computing

Mark Jackson

1:35 PM

Lunch

3:00 PM

From Qubits to Consequences: Co-Designing the Moral Futures of Quantum Technologies

Diederick Croese

4:10 PM

Quantum Futures: Explore Tomorrow, Today

Diederick Croese

5:30 PM

Happy Hour + Explore the Computer History Museum

7:00 PM

Salon Dinner

DAY 03
7:00 - 9:00 AM

Breakfast

7:15 AM | Optional

The Silicon Valley Mindset

Jonathan Knowles

9:00 AM

Opening

Aaron Frank & Alix Rübsaam

9:30 AM

Future of Mobility: Who Takes the Wheel?

Carlo van de Weijer

10:35 AM

Energy in Times of AI

Ignacio Juarez

12:15 PM

Your Space Strategy in an Ever-Changing World

Christianna Taylor

1:20 PM

Lunch

2:30 PM

AI Workshop: Building Inclusive
Automated Decision-Making Systems

Alix Rübsaam

4:35 PM

Future of Food Showcase

5:45 PM

Why the Brain Hates Change and What to Do About It

Misha Byrne

7:15 PM

Food Truck Dinner

8:30 PM

Unconference

DAY 04
7:00 AM | OPTIONAL

Morning Yoga

7:00 - 8:30 AM

Breakfast

8:15 AM

Travel to Stanford

9:30 AM

Opening

Aaron Frank & Alix Rübsaam

10:00 AM

Leading for Exponential Impact

John Hagel

11:40 AM

The (Overlooked) Future of Work

Muriel Clauson Closs

12:45 PM

Future of Investing

Shuo Chen

1:50 PM

Lunch

3:25 PM

Leading the Next Industrial Revolution through Climate Tech

Eleonora Cogo

4:30 PM

Decoding the Future Workshop

6:30 PM

Dinner

DAY 05
7:00 - 9:00 AM

Breakfast

7:30 AM | OPTIONAL

Futures Wheel Workshop

Aaron Vaccaro

9:00 AM

Opening

Aaron Frank & Alix Rübsaam

9:30 AM

From Borderlands to Boardrooms: Harnessing Adversarial Innovation for Startup Success and Resilience

Rodrigo Nieto Gomez

11:10 AM

Innovation in Big Organizations

Jody Medich

12:15 PM

AI for the Most Valuable Asset

Ashley Anthony

1:20 PM

Lunch

2:55 PM

What’s Next On Your Exponential Journey? Mindset, Skillset, Toolset

Gary Bolles

4:00 PM

Reflection + End of program

Aaron Frank & Alix Rübsaam

5:00 PM

Graduation + Program Close

5:30 PM

Closing Reception

We are looking for tomorrow’s leaders and change-makers

This program is for diverse current and future leaders seeking empowerment through mindset, tools and connections to drive lasting industry change.

Start your application
Consumer fields

18%
Consumer fields
Energy

7%
Energy
Finance

21%
Finance
Business services

5%
Business services
Technology

13%
Technology
Manufacturing

16%
Manufacturing
Health

7%
Health
Government

13%
Government

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer full or partial scholarships?
What is the focus of the Executive Program?
Will you provide us with pre-reading?
What is your cancellation policy?
How long is the review process?