Leading with AI 2026 brings together leaders, builders, and thinkers from across industries and both sides of the AI debate for a dynamic two-day conference back on campus. Led by the Digital Data Design Institute at Harvard and hosted by Professor Karim Lakhani, the event explores how AI is reshaping the way we work, lead, and create value.
Through breakthrough research, emerging real-world applications, inspiring speakers, and open, thought-provoking debate, participants will examine bold visions for an AI-enabled future. The conference is designed not only to imagine what’s next for business and society, but to equip you with fresh perspectives and practical strategies to act—driving innovation, leadership, and meaningful impact in a rapidly changing world.
Key Details
Dates: May 14 – 15, 2026
Venue: Harvard Business School, Klarman Hall
Registration: HBS alumni and invite-only. If interested, please email d3learning@hbs.edu.
Speakers
Faye Iosotaluno, MBA 2008
Broad Member, TrueCar Inc.
Former CEO, Tinder
Amjad Masad
CEO & Founder
Replit
Deb Cupp
EVP & Chief Revenue Officer
Microsoft Global Enterprise
Aneesh Raman
Chief Economic Opportunity Officer
LinkedIn
Joe Liemandt
Principal
Alpha School
Karim Lakhani
Dorothy & Michael Hintze Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School and Founding Chair of the Digital Data Design Institute at Harvard