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Summit 2025

An invitation-only event of CEOs, Executives, and Investors shaping the future of Work
Park City | Utah
MAY 21, 2025
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Agenda

Tue 20 May
By Invitation Only
Wed 21 May

Annual General Meeting

7:00 am
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8:00 am
Fun Run
7:30 am
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12:30 pm
Outdoor Activities (optional)
Exploring the outdoors that that Park City offers. Group activities including fly fishing, mountain biking, hiking or just relaxing.
12:30 pm
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1:30 pm
Lunch
1:30 pm
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2:00 pm
The State of Acadian Ventures
A detailed update on the firm, our fund performance, recent additions to the team, and our outlook on the global seed stage investing landscape.
Presented by Jason Corsello
2:00 pm
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2:30 pm
How AI is Changing the Workforce
A deep dive into our investment thesis and perspectives shaping AI at work.
Presented by Thomas Otter
2:30 pm
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3:10 pm
AI Agents at Work with FORA, SquarePeg, and SmartRecruiters
A lively CEO panel discussion with portfolio companies including Joe Essenfeld (FORA), Claire McTaggart (SquarePeg), and Rebecca Carr (SmartRecruiters)
Moderated by Erin Yang
3:10 pm
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3:40 pm
Break
3:40 pm
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4:20 pm
AI and the Impact on Workers with Arist, Jolly, and Worky
A lively panel discussion with portfolio companies including Maxine Anderson (Arist), Dean Zimberg (Jolly), and Maya Dadoo (Worky)
Moderated by Thomas Otter
4:20 pm
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5:00 pm
The New Infrastructure with Compa, Kombo, and datascalehr
A lively CEO panel discussion with portfolio companies including Charlie Franklin (Compa), Alex Kubel (Kombo), and Jerome Gouvernel (datascalehr)
Moderated by David Clarke
5:00 pm
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5:30 pm
AMA with Acadian Ventures Team
Q&A session with Jason Corsello, Thomas Otter, David Clarke, Erin Yang, and Ryan McQueeney
7:00 pm
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10:00 pm
Dinner at Nelson Cottage by High West

CEO Summit

8:00 am
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9:00 am
Breakfast
9:00 am
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9:15 am
Welcome Address
9:15 am
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9:45 am
Reinventing the Future of Work Panel Discussion with Doug Melsheimer
A panel discussion with leading CEOs discussing company building during a time of uncertainty and opportunity.
Moderated by Doug Melsheimer
9:45 am
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9:50 am
Q&A with Doug Melsheimer and panelists
9:50 am
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10:25 am
Going Public - What to Expect Before, During and After the IPO with Adam Miller
A conversation with Adam Miller, founder and former CEO at Cornerstone OnDemand, one of the largest HR Tech companies over the last 20 years, shares his experiences going public.
Moderated by Jason Corsello
10:25 am
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10:30 am
Q&A with Adam Miller
10:30 am
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11:00 am
Break
11:00 am
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11:35 am
Reinventing Work at ServiceNow with Amanda Vinson
A conversation with Amanda Vinson, corporate development and ventures executive at ServiceNow, discussing ServiceNow's approach to Worktech and how they are leverage employee workflows to disrupt the market.
Moderated by Thomas Otter
11:35 am
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11:40 am
Q&A with Amanda Vinson
11:40 am
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12:15 pm
Empowering Frontline Workers with Jason Lee
A conversation with Jason Lee, founder of DailyPay and Salt Labs, on creating categories (earned wage access), building equity for frontline workers, and how that is now translating into building a market leader in employee financial wellness at Chime.
Moderated by Erin Yang
12:15 pm
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12:20 pm
Q&A with Jason Lee
12:20 pm
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1:45 pm
Lunch
1:45 pm
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2:20 pm
An Inside View into Workday's Product Strategy with David Somers and Jim Stratton
A fireside chat with David Somers, Chief Product Officer, and Jim Stratton, Chief Technology Officer, discussing the CPO-CTO relationship in a world of AI.
Moderated by David Clarke
2:20 pm
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2:25 pm
Q&A with David Somers and Jim Stratton
2:25 pm
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3:00 pm
Building an Unconventional Rocketship with Mark Newman
A conversation with Mark Newman, founder and CEO of Nomi Health, an ambitious startup leading the revolution to fix the broken healthcare system in the US.
3:00 pm
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3:05 pm
Q&A with Mark Newman
3:05 pm
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3:30 pm
Break
3:30 pm
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4:00 pm
Taking the Saddle of a Unicorn with Rebecca Carr
A conversation with Rebecca Carr, CEO of SmartRecruiters. Rebecca led nearly every function at the company before taking the reins as CEO in 2024.
Moderated by Thomas Otter
4:00 pm
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4:05 pm
Q&A with Rebecca Carr
4:05 pm
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4:35 pm
Scaling ARR from $50M to $500M with Jeff Perry
A conversation with Jeff Perry, CRO at Carta, discussing what it takes to transform a market (equity management) and scale it to $500 million in ARR.
Moderated by Zac Posner
4:35 pm
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4:40 pm
Q&A with Jeff Perry
4:40 pm
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5:10 pm
Regulation, Compliance, and Trust in an AI World with Keith Sonderling
A conversation with Keith Sonderling, newly appointing US Deputy Secretary of Labor, on trust and compliance in a world of AI.
Moderated by Jason Corsello
5:10 pm
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5:15 pm
Q&A with Keith Sonderling
5:15 pm
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5:30 pm
Closing Remarks
6:00 pm
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9:00 pm
Official Afterparty
A lively afterparty at Daly's Pub & Rec, located at the Montage Deer Valley, featuring music, bowling, cocktails, and great food

Location

Montage Deer Valley

An authentic yet elegant mountain getaway, Montage Deer Valley provides year-round opportunities for adventure, with unrivaled hiking, mountain biking, andfishing. Montage Deer Valley is a unique destination and the perfect locationfor an executive retreat.

Location Details

Montage Deer Valley is located at 9100 Marsac Avenue in Park City, UT 84060. This luxurious alpine retreat offers unmatched access to the serene beauty of the Wasatch Mountains.

About the Location

Nestled in the heart of Park City, Montage Deer Valley is surrounded by breathtaking mountain views and offers ski-in/ski-out access, making it a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts year-round.

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Featured Guests and speakers

Maxine Anderson
Founder and CPO
Arist
Rebecca Carr
CEO
SmartRecruiters
Maria Colacurcio
CEO
Syndio
Sarah Franklin
CEO
Lattice
Jason Averbook
Senior Partner
Mercer
Dave Berman
Former President
Zoom
David Somers
Chief Product Officer
Workday
Jim Stratton
Chief Technology Officer
Workday
Jason Lee
Chief of Chime Enterprise
Chime
Erin Yang
Venture Partner
Acadian Ventures
Travis Burke
EVP, Corporate Development
Docebo
Doug Melsheimer
Managing Director
J.P. Morgan
Deidre Paknad
Founder & CEO
Workboard
Aaron Matos
Founder & Chairman
Paradox
Jason Corsello
General Partner
Acadian Ventures
Thomas Otter
General Partner
Acadian Ventures
David Clarke
Venture Partner
Acadian Ventures
Adam Miller
Founder & Former CEO
Cornerstone OnDemand
Mark Newman
Founder & CEO
Nomi Health
Tony Jamous
Founder & CEO
Oyster
Doug Berg
Founder & Executive Chairman
Match2
Maya Dadoo
Founder & CEO
Worky
Andreas De Neve
Founder & CEO
Techwolf
Charlie Franklin
Founder & CEO
Compa

More speakers and guests coming soon

FAQs

Who attends the CEO Summit?

Summit 2025 is an invitation only event for CEOs, entrepreneurs and investors who are leading the work revolution.  Attendance will be limited to approximately 125 guests to ensure a high level of interaction and networking.

What does it cost to attend the event?

There is no cost for attendees.  Registration will be extremely limited and available until we reach capacity.  

Where should I stay for the event?

We have a room block available at the Montage Deer Valley on a first come, first serve basis.   Room reservations will be available shortly.

Will transportation be provided?

No.  Transportation is available either through the hotel or via our preferred shuttle provider.

What is the recommended attire?

The dress code for the Summit 2025  is business casual, but don’t forget comfortable footwear.

Will meals be provided?

Yes, meals will be provided throughout the event.  Specific meal information for the Summit 2025 will be forthcoming.

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