Tuesday, September 22, 2026
3:00 - 5:30 PM ET
The Art of Business New York
In partnership with REALTECH, The Art of Business returned to New York during UNGA and Climate Week.
The Art of Business New York 2026 | Key Insights
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The Narrative Shift in the Age of AI
As AI changes how stories are made and believed, how do businesses and institutions earn trust instead of adding to the noise?
Moderated by Henk de Jong, with Christopher Moscardi and Aleksandra Phelan, bringing the perspectives of media, communication, and the public interest.
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Changing the Business Playbook: Becoming AI Native
Being AI-native is more than layering AI onto existing processes. It means rethinking business models, technology foundations, leadership, and ownership, with human judgment, creativity, and purpose staying at the center.
Stefan Schoepfel guided a very practical discussion with Daniele Di Croce, Rhett Bingham and Astrid Pilla, on what it takes to move from AI pilots to real transformation.
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Art, Culture & AI: Amplification, Nuances and Erosion
Art has always mirrored humanity, and what AI reflects back says as much about our values as about the technology.
Imane Berjamy led the discussion with Shiva Lynn Burgos and Bakare Mubarak, making the case that artists and cultural leaders belong at the table in a conversation too often dominated by technology.
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The Art of Business New York
2:30 PM
Arrive & Connect
Join our community of leaders, executives, and academics as they gather ahead of the day's conversations.
3:00 PM
Welcome & Opening
An opening address from the Value AI Institute team framing the day ahead — why building AI that creates real value, responsibly and inclusively, is the defining challenge for business and society alike.
3:15PM
The Narrative Shift in the Age of AI
with Christopher Moscardi, Aleksandra Phelan and Henk de Jong
AI is reshaping how narratives get built and believed, from brand storytelling to public-interest information at scale. This panel explores how communicators, brands, and institutions can build narratives people trust rather than adding to the noise. It also draws on EPIC's work bringing creative, personal relevancy to climate communication, making climate awareness feel immediate and human
3:45 PM
Changing the Business Playbook: Becoming AI Native
with Daniele Di Croce, Rhett Bingham, Astrid Pilla and Stefan Schoepfel
Most companies' AI strategy is still a patchwork of pilots rather than a coherent, market-shifting portfolio; that gap surfaces a deeper question of ownership. This panel explores what it takes to build a deliberate, AI-native organization, and how businesses are closing the accountability gap when no one clearly owns AI strategy.
4:15 PM
Art, Culture & AI : A Discussion About Amplification, Nuances And Erosion
with Shiva Lynn Burgos, Bakare Mubarak and Imane Berjamy
Art has always been a mirror for humanity, and AI is no different — what it reflects back says as much about human values and priorities as it does about the technology itself. This panel explores why holistic representation in the age of AI requires artists and cultural leaders at the table.
4:45 PM
The Art of Business Davos 2027
A 15-minute interactive activation inviting attendees to help shape the narrative for The Art of Business Davos 2027, sharing the ideas and priorities that will define the next chapter of this conversation.
Networking Reception
5:00 PM
Continue the Conversation Above the City
Close out the afternoon with fellow leaders, executives, and academics on a rooftop terrace in SoHo, New York City, with the Manhattan skyline as the backdrop.
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The Art of Business Davos WEF26
In January 2026, the Value AI Institute returned to the Heimatmuseum Davos for another edition of The Art of Business! This year, we moved beyond the theoretical excitement of AI into a far more practical conversation about execution, sovereignty, and what it truly takes to build systems people rely on.
Currently, too many boards lack the "how-to" literacy to effectively govern AI or use it for strategic simulation. Without trust in the data and the intent, even the best technology stalls.
Ultimately, AI is just a tool. The real goal is creating new partnerships and upskilling our workforce to ensure this technology serves society and provides sustainable resources for the future. -
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The Art of Business New York Reception | 24 September 2025
As global leaders convene in New York for Climate Week and the United Nations General Assembly, the Value AI Institute hosted The Art of Business reception.
Joined by an incredible group of leaders including, Bernhard Kowatsch from the UN World Food Programme WFP, Katja Iversen from the Museum for the United Nations - UN Live, Natalia Vega-Tracy (Vega-Berry) from New Zero World and Joseph Fowler from the World Economic Forum, this exclusive event is a curated experience for those dedicated to building a more intelligent and sustainable future by gathering innovators and decision-makers from across business, technology, and arts & culture.
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The Art of Business London | 24 June 2025
We brought The Art of Business to London - a curated, invite-only gathering at the iconic Whitechapel Gallery that explores the powerful intersection of art, technology, and business.
This edition’s theme is the "Aesthetics of AI". This series is part of our ongoing mission to reimagine leadership, creativity, and intelligence in an AI-shaped world. -
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The Art of Business WEF25
As the world converges in Davos for the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025, the Value AI Institute is proud to present The Art of Business - a transformative, invitation-only event dedicated to exploring how artificial intelligence can create meaningful value for business and society.
We brought together an international and interdisciplinary group of experts to explore how AI can drive sustainable growth, complement human capabilities, and enable businesses to better serve society with technology.
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The Art of Business WEF24
This issue is a special edition to reflect on the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 in Davos and is about theArt of Business. The Intelligent Enterprise Institute hosted a series of conversations throughout the week at the Heimatmuseum in Davos.
In collaboration with La Zuleta’s Johanna A. Zuleta and the Arts & Culture team at the World Economic Forum, the Art of Business program brought together thought leaders, innovators, and visionaries under one roof to explore the intersections of technology, business, and culture.
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The Future of Business Climate Week NYC 2023
This issue is a special edition to reflect on the #ClimateWeek New York 2023 and is about the Future of Business. During the Climate Week, the Intelligent Enterprise Institute hosted an event with partners to express our shared commitment to creating a purposeful, inclusive, and sustainable future. Read our reflection in this special edition.
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The Art of Business WEF23
This issue is a special edition after the World Economic Forum annual meeting at Davos and is about the Art of Business. The Intelligent Enterprise Institute hosted a series of conversations throughout the week with business leaders, scientists, and artists at the Davos Heimatmuseum in partnership with House of Beautiful Business and La Zuleta to imagine inclusive, sustainable futures. Read our reflection in this special edition.
