The founding moment of the Automated Trust & Defense Layer for Enterprise AI — convening CISOs, CTOs, platform architects, founders and regulators across four parallel forums. Not another AI conference.
350KGreater Bay Area Indian residents
5,000+Anticipated attendees
100KYears collective leadership
4Conference tracks
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Each forum runs in parallel across all three days, sharing keynotes, the Pitch Floor and networking — so you can move between infrastructure, health, capital and media without missing the main stage.
Vertical
Confluence Vertical
Frontier AI builders, agentic systems, robotics and the broader technology economy converging now. Establishing the Automated Trust & Defense Layer.
Clinicians, biotech founders and regulators redrawing care delivery and computation. Co-produced with the World Institute of Regenerative Medicine (WIRM).
Regenerative MedicineLongevityPrecision Medicine
Capital
Confluence Capital
Fund strategy, deal flow, LP dynamics and the operator-investor path that builds category-defining corporate leaders.
Founder × VCSeries A–IPOLP Dynamics
Eternal
Confluence Eternal
Storytellers, studios, creator economies and cultural institutions converging now. Establishing the Authenticated Narrative & Distribution Layer.
A dedicated bridge between the Indian and US innovation ecosystems — talent, capital and validation moving in both directions, connecting people across borders.
Career Connect
Career matchmaking built into the conference, connecting attendees with companies hiring across all four forums.
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Featured speakers
Explore the featured speakers by category. Choose a category to find the conversations that interest you.
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Keynotes
6 featured speakers
Founder & CEO, Viome Life Sciences Founder & Executive Chairman, Moon Express · Board Member, Singularity University
Naveen Jain
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Chairman Ambuja Neotia Group
Harshavardhan Neotia
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CEO, Arista Networks AI Networking · Invited
Jayshree Ullal
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Dean Harvard Medical School
Dr. Joia Stapleton Mukherjee
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Chairman Goldman Sachs India
Sonjoy Chatterjee
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Vice Chancellor for Life Sciences Innovation University of Pittsburgh · Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Chandan Sen
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+ 30 panelists / Wave 2 revealed Q4 2026
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Agenda at a glance
Three days, four forums, eight concurrent breakout rooms — plus the Pitch Floor, Startup Showdown and the Founder×VC Matchroom.
Opening Keynote: The Automated Trust & Defense Layer Main Stage · Civic Theater
All forums
Governance-as-Code & NIST ATO Compliance Breakout 1–2
Vertical
Pitch Floor opens · Startup Showdown Round 1 Expo Hall
Capital
Authenticated Narrative: provenance in a synthetic-media era Breakout 7–8
Keynote: Agentic Cyber Defense & Red Teaming at machine speed Main Stage
Vertical
Founder×VC Matchroom · scheduled 1:1s Matchroom
Capital
The creator economy at studio scale Breakout 7–8
Eternal
The Build India Corridor: talent, capital, validation Main Stage
All forums
Fireside: Physical AI & embodied safety bounds Breakout 3–4
Vertical
MedTech & AI Forum — dual track Breakout 5–8
Vital
Distribution rights & cultural institutions in the AI era Breakout 7–8
Eternal
Startup Showdown Finals & awards Expo Hall
Capital
Closing Keynote & Global Council announcement Main Stage
All forums
Vision Gala & Headline Performance Civic Theater
Entertainment
The Cultural Pillar
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Entertainment
Three evenings at the San Jose Civic Theater, where classical tradition meets contemporary innovation — a curated lineup of globally recognized artists and ensembles.
Shankar Mahadevan
Headline Bollywood Concert
Grammy-winning music legend performing live with an ensemble of 34 musicians — fusing soul-stirring classical ragas with high-energy fusion and state-of-the-art visual artistry.
Bickram Ghosh
Rhythm, Fusion & Global Sound
A spellbinding musical journey led by tabla maestro Bickram Ghosh —
Rukmini Vijayakumar
Bharatanatyam soloist & choreographer
Blending classical tradition, contemporary expression and breathtaking movement into a visually stunning celebration of Indian dance and artistry.
Gangs of Ghosts
Theatrical Spectacle
A live-stage reimagining of the cult Bengali classic "Bhooter Bhabisyat"—
Sulakshana Monga
Haute Couture
Visual aesthetics and heritage: intricate design, craftsmanship and avant-garde fashion
Rock Bangla!
Hits of Chandrabindoo, Bhoomi and Cactus
An electrifying celebration of Bangla rock featuring Anindya, Sidhu and Soumitra —
+ More to be announced
Additional acts revealed through Q1 2027
MULTI-STARRER ONSTAGE CELEBRATION
Dream Girls (Rupkatha Ra)
রূপকথা · Roopkatha
An original ensemble production closing the summit — open auditions for community performers now underway.
Script Anindya Chatterjee
Music Bickram Ghosh
Actors Paoli Dam, Abir Chatterjee
Choreography Sudarshan Chakraborty
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Passes
Early Bird pricing is phased and closes as allocation fills. Student passes require verification with a valid .edu email address at purchase.
High-impact corporate alignments featuring prime brand visibility, elite hospitality and executive media assets for category leaders.
Title Sponsor $100,000
The official presenting partner of Confluence 2027 — only one available
Presenting & Brand Rights
"Confluence 2027, presented by [Sponsor]" — official naming rights
Logo lock-up on every summit asset (stage backdrop, badges, signage, step-and-repeat)
Dedicated keynote address in the top opening slot
90-second concert LED video clip playback
Front and back cover brochure placement + dedicated 2-page feature
Largest footprint: 40×40 booth or four 10×10 booths
Access & Hospitality
Full VIP entry for 16 people
16 VVIP concert seats + 8 additional VIP passes
Private VIP suite access all 3 days
Priority Welcome Reception & Closing Party access
4 nights premium hotel — 8 rooms
All lunches & dinners for 16 + unlimited F&B credits
Parking for 6 cars + guaranteed suite upgrade
Private dinner with summit leadership & keynote speakers
First right of refusal on next year's Title Sponsorship
Grand Sponsor $75,000
Maximum visibility, top-tier hospitality and direct leadership alignment
Branding & Naming Rights
"Presented by" naming rights across the full summit
60-second concert LED video clip playback
Prime front cover brochure placement + full-page feature
Dedicated keynote address on the main stage
Flexible: 30×30 booth or three 10×10 booths
Year-round brand visibility across digital channels
Access, Stay & Dining
Full VIP entry for 12 people
12 VVIP concert seats + 6 additional VIP passes
Private VIP lounge access all 3 days
4 nights premium hotel — 6 rooms + guaranteed suite upgrade
All lunches & dinners for 12, premium seating + F&B credits
Parking for 4 cars
Private 1:1 with keynote speakers & summit leadership
Diamond Partner $50,000
Elite branding, maximum media exposure and premium concert seating
Branding & Media Assets
30-second concert LED video clip playback
Prime back cover brochure placement
On-stage recognition & custom showcase
Flexible footprint: 20×20 or two 10×10 booths
Access & Hospitality
Full VIP entry for 8 people
8 VVIP seats + 4 additional VIP passes
Welcome Reception for all guests
4 nights premium hotel — 4 rooms + suite upgrade (subject to availability)
Lunches & dinners for 8 (premium) + F&B credits
Parking for 2 cars
Business Sponsor $25,000
High-impact corporate alignment featuring premier visibility
Marketing & Branding
Brand showcase & dedicated stage time
Full-page brochure advertisement
One premium exhibition booth — 10×10
Access & Accommodations
Full VIP entry for 4 people
4 VVIP concert seats + 2 guest passes
Welcome Reception VIP passes
4 nights premium hotel — 2 rooms
All lunches & dinners for 4
Parking for 1 car
Donor Legacy
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Take your place among our champions
Your investment does more than fund a project — it builds a future. We invite you to join our community of donors at the $3,000 level and above, each with permanent recognition and a premium summit experience.
Luminary $100,000
All Visionary-level benefits, plus a custom package designed with our Chairperson
Stay
1 Executive Suite & 2 Standard Queen (2 beds) or King rooms for 4 nights
Permanent acknowledgement in donor recognition materials
Custom Benefits
All Visionary-level benefits, plus a custom benefits package designed with our Chairperson to reflect your priorities and your partnership with Global Business Confluence
Patron $75,000
All Visionary-level benefits, plus a custom package designed with our Chairperson
Stay
1 Executive Suite & 2 Standard Queen (2 beds) or King rooms for 4 nights
Permanent acknowledgement in donor recognition materials
Custom Benefits
All Visionary-level benefits, plus a custom benefits package designed with our Chairperson to reflect your priorities and your partnership with Global Business Confluence
Visionary $50,000
A defining gift that shapes the summit experience for the whole community
Stay
1 Executive Suite & 2 Standard Queen (2 beds) or King rooms for 4 nights
Permanent acknowledgement in donor recognition materials
Advocate $5,000
Advocating for a community where platforms converge and silos break
Stay
1 Standard Queen (2 beds) or King room for 4 nights
Dining
4 × 5 meals - Fri (Lunch & Dinner) + Sat (Lunch & Dinner) + Sun (Lunch)
Seating
4 × VIP seats (4th–6th row)
Recognition
Listing in event brochure
Permanent acknowledgement in donor recognition materials
Ally $3,000
Our entry donor circle — permanent recognition and a premium summit experience
Stay
1 Standard Double room for 3 nights
Dining
4 × 4 meals - Fri (Dinner) + Sat (Lunch & Dinner) + Sun (Lunch)
Seating
4 × Premium seats
Recognition
Permanent acknowledgement in donor recognition materials
Custom Pledge Any amount
Every contribution matters — give at the level that's right for you
Your pledge
Support in any amount is welcome
Every gift helps fund mentorship, entrepreneurship, and university pathways for our community
Recognition
Permanent acknowledgement in donor recognition materials
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Frequently asked questions
Can't find what you're looking for? Send us a question and the Confluence team will get back to you.
When and where is Confluence 2027?
Confluence 2027 runs April 9–11, 2027 in San Jose, California. Keynotes and evening performances take place at the San Jose Civic Theater, with breakout rooms, the Expo Hall and the Founder×VC Matchroom nearby.
Which pass should I choose?
The Summit Pass covers all four forums, keynotes, breakouts and the Matchroom. The Entertainment Pass covers the evening performances only. The Confluence Pass combines both and saves $50 compared with buying them separately.
How long does Early Bird pricing last?
Early Bird pricing is phased and closes as each allocation fills, so the discounted price can end without notice. Registering early secures the lowest rate.
How does student verification work?
Student Summit Passes require a valid .edu email address at purchase. We may ask for additional proof of enrollment before the event.
Can I move between forums during the day?
Yes. All four forums run in parallel and share the main stage, Pitch Floor and networking areas. Any Summit or Confluence Pass gives you access to every forum.
How do I apply to pitch at the Startup Showdown?
Startup Showdown applications open alongside the Wave 2 speaker reveal in Q4 2026. Use the enquiry form to register interest and we'll notify you when applications open.
Are donations tax-deductible?
Our donor team will confirm the tax treatment of your gift and provide documentation when you pledge. The value of any benefits you receive may affect the deductible amount.
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Contact us
Questions about passes, speaking, sponsorship or the venue? Send us a note and the Confluence team will get back to you.
