HumanX

HumanX is positioned as the #1 AI conference, a definitive gathering for the artificial intelligence world. Its core mission is to equip attendees with the knowledge, connections, and actionable strategies needed to lead and innovate in the rapidly evolving age of AI. The event prides itself on being a high-impact, unmissable experience that moves participants from inspiration to execution in just four days, emphasizing practical application over mere hype.

This conference is designed for a broad spectrum of professionals deeply involved in or looking to leverage AI. This includes AI Leaders, Technology Leaders, Marketing Leaders, Product Leaders, CX Leaders, Sales Leaders, Operations Leaders, and Startups. Attendees typically hold senior positions, with over 60% being VP level or above, indicating a focus on strategic decision-makers and implementers. Industries represented span across technology, enterprise software, and any sector looking to integrate advanced AI solutions.

The agenda is structured around a comprehensive set of topics, tracks, and sessions. While specific 2026 tracks are not fully detailed, the content philosophy emphasizes gaining insight from global AI leaders, building meaningful relationships, and defining next steps through hands-on, collaborative sessions. Examples from the agenda include "The AI-Ready Marketer: Reengineering the Marketing Engine for the AI Era," "Visions of the Future: The World in 50 Years," and "Leadership at Human Speed: Rethinking High Performance in AI-Powered Organizations." The event also features workshops like "Hack HumanX Workshop" and dedicated sessions for builders and ecosystem development.

HumanX boasts an impressive lineup of notable speakers, ensuring a high-caliber intellectual exchange. The roster includes Dr. Fei-Fei Li (Co-founder World Labs, Stanford Human-Centered AI Institute), Matt Garman (CEO, Amazon Web Services), Sarah Guo (Founder & General Partner, Conviction), Al Gore (Founding Partner & Chairman, Generation Investment Management), Francis deSouza (COO & President, Security Products, Google Cloud), Katrin Lehmann (CIO, Mercedes-Benz), Ali Ghodsi (Co-founder & CEO, Databricks), Srinivas Narayanan (CTO of B2B Applications, OpenAI), May Habib (Co-founder & CEO, WRITER), Denis Yarats (Co-founder & CTO, Perplexity), Bryan Catanzaro (VP of Applied Deep Learning Research, NVIDIA), Bret Taylor (Co-founder, Sierra), Kanjun Qiu (Co-founder & CEO, Imbue), Vinod Khosla (Partner, Khosla Ventures), Cameron Adams (Co-founder & CPO, Canva), Andrew Ng (Founder, DeepLearning.AI), Yeyi Yun (Co-founder and COO, MiniMax), Peter Salanki (Co-founder & CTO, CoreWeave), Rob Seaman (EVP & GM, Slack), Jaime Teevan (Chief Scientist & Technical Fellow, Microsoft), Ray Kurzweil (Inventor, Author, Futurist), Harvey Mason Jr. (CEO, The Recording Academy), Mati Staniszewski (Co-founder, ElevenLabs), Anastasis Germanidis (Co-founder & co-CEO, Runway), Jennifer Smith (Co-founder & CEO, Scribe), Praveen Neppalli Naga (CTO, Uber), Daniel Danker (EVP, AI Acceleration, Product Design, Walmart), Christina Cacioppo (Co-founder & CEO, Vanta), Tom Hale (CEO, ŌURA), Andy Konwinski (Co-founder, Perplexity, Databricks, Laude), Emmett Shear (Co-founder, Softmax), Cristina Diezhandino (CMO, Diageo), Anton Osika (Co-founder & CEO, Lovable), Sridhar Ramaswamy (CEO, Snowflake), Winston Weinberg (Co-founder & CEO, Harvey), Lin Qiao (Co-founder & CEO, Fireworks AI), Jeetu Patel (President & CPO, Cisco), Dr. Ali Agha (Founder & CEO, FieldAI), Madhav Thattai (EVP & GM, Salesforce AI), and Christine Yen (Co-founder & CEO, Honeycomb). These speakers represent a diverse range of leadership roles from top-tier technology companies, venture capital firms, and academic institutions, ensuring a rich blend of strategic, technical, and visionary insights.

Networking is a cornerstone of the HumanX experience, facilitated through curated programs such as SolutionBridge, VentureConnect, Peer [X]change, and HumanX Connect networking events. These initiatives are designed to foster meaningful relationships and connect the right people with purpose, moving beyond casual interactions to facilitate collaborations and partnerships. The event also features an e[X]po Hall with over 200 vendors, pitch competitions, and various social events like the "Founders & Investors Social" and "StartX Community Happy Hour." Past attendance numbers indicate a robust and growing community, with over 6,500 attendees, 350+ speakers, 400+ sponsors, and 350+ journalists, highlighting its significant industry presence.

Attendees will gain actionable takeaways, invaluable connections, and profound insights. The "HumanX Promise" guarantees that every attendee leaves better equipped to lead in the age of AI, moving from inspiration to execution. Through hands-on, collaborative sessions and ROI labs, participants will define their next steps and leave with a clear plan for implementation. The event's focus on real-world application and practical strategies ensures that the knowledge acquired is directly transferable to professional challenges.

The event is held at the Moscone Center South in San Francisco, a prime location known as a hub for innovation and technology. This venue provides a state-of-the-art environment conducive to large-scale conferences and exhibitions, offering ample space for sessions, an expo hall, and networking activities. The choice of San Francisco underscores the event's connection to the global AI ecosystem.

Unique features that set HumanX apart include its "no pay to play" speaker policy, ensuring that all speakers are selected based on their expertise and ability to provide genuine value, rather than sponsorship. The event's emphasis on moving from "Learn, Connect, and Go" highlights its commitment to practical outcomes. The diverse range of pass options, including specialized passes for startups, investors, buyers, and media, demonstrates an inclusive approach to attracting key stakeholders across the AI landscape. HumanX is not just a conference; it's a strategic platform for shaping the future of AI.