Constellation's Connected Enterprise 2025

Time for an energizing game of golf on one of the most scenic courses in the world.  Whether you are a hacker or a duffer, we're out there for some fun, great conversation, and a chance to meet the fellow mutants ahead of the conference.  

We'll take care of the clubs, some balls, beverages throughout and a lunch box for the course.

The foursomes will be pre-paired for an enjoyable experience on the links.

Catch the majestic bluffs and pastel color palette sunset, while wandering the property and soaking in the fresh sea air.  Look out for the bagpipers and head to the beach for a dramatic view.

Come meet and greet with the speakers and VIPs of Connected Enterprise at Mullins Bar and Grill. We'll be next to the resort’s Golf Club for delicious bites and engaging conversation. Once known as Caddy's, the restaurant was renamed Mullins Bar and Grill in 2006 in honor of the "granddaddy of local golf" and the head golf pro for 30+ years Clyde "Moon" Mullins.

You can pick up your conference badge as you arrive at Mullins.

Catch up with fellow change agents over a hot breakfast and morning beverage of choice. We'll be gearing up for the Kickoff so make sure you fuel up!
 

Here Constellation Research's Founder R "Ray" Wang as he sets the stage for where we are in the AI Age, your role in shaping it, and where humanity will head next.  Day 1 is the future of exponential technologies and this year will not disappoint as we touch on:

1. Artifiical Intelligence
2. Augmented reality and AI UX
3. Autonomous Systems
4. Bitcoin and Digital Assets
5. Cybersecurity
6. Defense tech
7. Energy security
8. Quantum computing
9. Space tech
10. Tech policy

Join the Constellation Research team as they share their point of view (POV) on the future ahead from a political, economic, societal, technological, enviromental, and legislative framework.
 

Constellation's Founder and CEO, R "Ray" Wang will go in-depth in a Fireside Chat with market makers and ask the tough questions.
 

Constellation's Business Transformation 150 (BT150) is an elite list that recognizes the top global executives leading business transformation efforts in their organizations. Nominations from peers, technology vendors, industry influencers, and analysts power this listing.

The BT150 recognizes the world’s most influential executives across a variety of industries, including entertainment, financial services, healthcare, higher education, pharmaceuticals, public sector, retail and sports, to name a few. Nominations from peers, industry influencers, technology vendors and analysts power the selection process each year. The selected executives enjoy substantive benefits and a private VIP invitation for membership to the Constellation Executive Network.

This is the session where we recognize the Class of 2026 BT150.  Please congratulate them at this recognition ceremony.

Want to nominate an executive disrupting their group, organization, industry or category? Email [email protected] with the name, title and what makes this person extraordinary to be considered to the list. Please note executives can't be named to the list more than once in a consecutive year.

Constellation's Founder and CEO, R "Ray" Wang will go in-depth in a Fireside Chat with market makers and ask the tough questions.
 

Cosmic Conversations are deep dive interactive sessions with the CCE community.  Speakers will provide a two-minute intro and the conversation will be actively directed by the moderators to the panelists and the audience for a deep dive.

In the next 24 months or less, a services company with 1000 FTE’s will drive $1B in revenue.  In the next 36 months or less, a software company with 100 people will hit $1B in ARR.  In the next 48 months or less, a single person company will drive $1B in ARR.  Learn how these AI natives that achieve exponential growth and build Data Inc. business models will rule the world and what you can do to prepare your company to transform into an AI Exponential and thrive in this Age of AI.

Cosmic Conversations are deep dive interactive sessions with the CCE community. Speakers will provide a 2-minute intro, and the conversation will be actively directed by the moderators to the panelists and the audience for a deep dive conversation. 

Cut through vendor hype to deliver the unvarnished economic truth about the most consequential decision facing enterprise AI adoption. Experience a masterclass in AI investment strategy as industry veterans perform a brutally honest cost-benefit analysis of custom AI development versus off-the-shelf solutions that often promise more than they deliver. Gain insider knowledge on how AI-native architecture impacts long-term maintenance costs and performance. potentially saving your organization millions in hidden technical debt. This session delivers actionable intelligence for executives making bet-the-company decisions on AI implementation.

Constellation's Founder and CEO, R "Ray" Wang will go in-depth in a Fireside Chat with market makers and ask the tough questions.
 

Constellation's Founder and CEO, R "Ray" Wang will go in-depth in a Fireside Chat with market makers and ask the tough questions.

The average cost of a data breach in 2024 hit an all-time high of $4.88 million, while the cost of down time could reach as high as $10,000 per minute.  Developing the capabilities for post-breach resiliency has become a key imperative for business continuity .  Successful strategies minimize disruption, rapidly restore systems, and adaptive learning to prevent future attacks.  Find out how these leaders have built post-breach resiliency into their organizations and learn their best practices for surviving a ransomware or cyber-attack.

The dawn of physical AI and humanoid robots is here. This embodied AI is taking shape in robots, vehicles, and devices.  These robots will take care of seniors, assemble aircraft, transport goods, and deliver a wide range of services. AI embedded in robotic systems can autonomously make decisions without human intervention. 

Come hear the latest trends from one of Silicon Valley's OG's, Robert Scoble.  His insights and predictions have touched millions. 

Advancements in computer vision, perception, and handling of delicate objects have improved humanoid robots and drones. The rise of collaborative robots (cobots) that work side by side with humans and the increased autonomy of these robots transform the manufacturing landscape with infinite labor, healthcare with surgical robots, disaster relief and defense with swarm robotics, and logistics with dark factories. New physical exoskeletons and digital avatars improve the personification of physical AI.  Discover how this robotic innovation will transform employee experience, customer experience, supplier relationships, and partner ecosystems.

Global AI data center power demand could reach over 330 GW by 2030. This unprecedented power demand from AI data centers and the need for a viable data center infrastructure worldwide require a new approach to all of the above for energy and national security. Learn why energy companies and AI hyperscalers are turning to small modular reactors (SMRs), battery storage, and fossil fuels to meet the demand.  Understand how the energy equation factors into future input costs for AI, automation, manufacturing, and supply chains. Learn how old-line companies are vertically integrated into sustainable energy production

The major primes, Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrup Grumman, RTX, and General Dynamics, once had a lock on innovation and the future of defense. However, the US Department of Defense has shifted to startups for innovation and seeks dual-use technologies that may originate in commercial arenas and evolve into defense applications. Many of these technologies take horizontal capabilities in AI and ML, autonomous systems, advanced manufacturing, communication networks, and cyber to create new frontier capabilities.   Explore how these approaches can expedite both the commercial capabilities in your organization and the advancement of defense capabilities worldwide.

The space economy will reach $1.8 trillion by 2035.  These innovations include advanced earth observation systems, biomedical research, health monitoring, and next-generation propulsion, space-based solar power, space communication networks, and space-based manufacturing.  A cosmic future awaits those early adopters and innovators in their quest to reach the stars. Learn technologies for space will have trickle-down effects and transform existing business models.

The new UX or AI is here, and it starts with glasses, augmented reality, and mixed reality, along with gestures, will drive the future of user experience. Gain insights into what's working and when we will see these advancements at a price point for mass enterprise adoption.

The Cosmic Feast.  It's about great food, great conversations, and a cosmic time! 

We'll be back at our favorite, Sam's Chowder House, on the water in Half Moon Bay.  You'll be treated to a Lobster Feast like no other on the West Coast.  We've got the bibs and mallets. Just bring your appetite and conversation!

This evening's affair is our small way of thanking you for celebrating our 15th year working with awesome clients like you!

Meet at the lobby for instructions to luxury coaches shortly after the last session.  We'll have a regular schedule to get back, or feel free to use your favorite ride-sharing service.

Nothing beats a hearty breakfast to get you energized for Day 2. Get set for another action-packed day!
 

Day 2 kicks off with some real-world discussions on serious issues from the future of work to customer experience. Hear from your peers about their lessons learned. Gain cross-industry insights that you can take back to your organization. Take the time to ask questions and share your POV! We'll cap off the evening with our 15th Annual SuperNova Awards and find out who the winners are!

Cosmic Conversations are deep dive interactive sessions with the CCE community.  Speakers will provide a 3-minute intro, and the conversation will be actively directed by the moderators to the panelists and the audience for a deep-dive discussion. 

Constellation’s 2025 H2 “CxO Business Confidence Survey” assesses the confidence of C-suite executives in today’s business and technology climate as well as their financial outlook for 2026. The survey asked respondents to identify the top business issues impacting their enterprises, weigh in on their investment in digital technologies, and confirm which service and software vendors are top of mind in the industry.  Get the first dibs on trends for 2026

From revenue operations to growth operations, the rise of the Chief Growth Officer brings a new model and context to how organizations elevate their traditional sales functions.  Discover how leading organizations will deliver on this new capability.

Constellation's Founder and CEO, R "Ray" Wang, will go in-depth in a Fireside Chat with market makers and ask the tough questions.
Join Ash and Ray as they share the opportunities and risks for Gen A, and what CXOs should (and should not) be doing going forward.  Gain insights into the real-world challenges and payoffs.

When an AI agent makes the wrong decision, who gets fired?
As enterprises race to accelerate decision velocity, the next challenge isn’t model accuracy ... it’s delivering decision automation loops with accountability. There’s plenty of talk about agentic frameworks, LLMs, and semantics, but leaders need to know how to frame outcomes before they frame architectures. With only 21% of organizations fully embedding AI into operations, and just 1% claiming true AI maturity, most are still navigating the gray zone between human oversight and machine autonomy, leaders need to be clear eyed on requirements and how to build the trust contracts, governance models, and feedback loops that ensure decisions made by agents remain aligned with human intent and enterprise values.

This fast-hitting Brain Trust drills into how enterprises can balance autonomy, explainability, and accountability, as early adopters have learned the hard lessons of getting agents to sense, decide, and act in real time. 

The time-to-market for new product introductions continues to decrease with AI. Learn how leading companies are supporting innovation, research, design, and validation at scale.

US versus China is the new Cold War.  Gain a front row seat into one of the most consequential technological rivalries of our time, where the AI race between superpowers is redrawing the map of global business. Experience a geopolitical masterclass as experts navigate the treacherous terrain of the emerging "splinternet" of AI research communities and diverging technical standards that could force companies to choose sides or develop costly parallel systems. Further strategic foresight on how export controls and investment restrictions are fragmenting the global AI ecosystem, creating both existential threats and once-in-a-generation opportunities for companies that understand the new rules of engagement.

This is the Ask Me Anything session. 15 minutes of unfettered Q&A.

Get a view into the hottest enterprise tech startups in "The Valley."  Startups get 10 minutes to pitch, and the Brain Trust gets 5 minutes for Q&A. Hang on tight, get set for "The Pitch."

Join this panel of top executive search leaders and learn what's next for senior executives in the AI Age. Digest the latest trends and gain sage advice

Where do CXOs go next in their career? Board roles of course.  Gain insight from this panel on what it takes to get to the next level!

Most companies don’t fail because they build bad products.  They fail because they don’t build belief.  They build something new—and the market compares it to something old. They follow the classic playbook—and end up playing a game they didn’t design. They’re misunderstood, miscategorized, and eventually… they stall.

This is the Existing Market Trap—the invisible force that kills companies, careers, and portfolios.

In this sharp, founder-first Primer, the authors of Play Bigger return with the missing chapters—the prequel to the Category Design movement. They name the problem, map the 13 Deadly Sins that cause great companies to get stuck, and reveal the escape route: a bold, proven system for building belief in new markets—and becoming the only.

In the race to accelerate software delivery, organizations often focus heavily on metrics, dashboards, and automation. But are we measuring the right things? Are we truly optimizing for meaningful productivity, or simply encouraging activity?

 Developer experience (DX) goes beyond just delivering software faster—it’s about reducing friction, ensuring quality, and creating an environment where developers can innovate with confidence.

In one of the most competitive environments, serving as a CXO in Silicon Valley is among the most demanding and rewarding experiences.  Learn how these leaders leverage the ecosystem around them to bring the most innovative products and experiences to life.

Learn what's happening with startup investment, VC's and the world of PE finance.  Understand how the shift in priorities, investment themes, and outcomes is changing how technology companies are operating.
 

Join the Constellation Research team for one last panel and free-for-all Q&A on what it all means.  Attendees ask the panel and the audience any questions. Nothing is out of bounds.