An exclusive gathering in NYC. Leaders Circle NYC is Google's premier, invitation-only gathering for senior business leaders and technology executives. As we navigate a defining era of AI-driven transformation, this bespoke event brings together a select group of global leaders to explore the latest AI innovations shaping our future. Spanning two locations — The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad and Google Pier 57 — this immersive experience offers a rare opportunity to engage with Google leadership and exchange insights with peers.
Featured highlights
The Power of Purpose: Chef José Andrés
Join Michelin-starred chef, restaurateur, and humanitarian José Andrés for an exclusive fireside chat. Discover his insights on purpose-driven leadership and enjoy a custom menu inspired by his global culinary journey to close out Leaders Circle on Tuesday, October 27.
Speakers
Thomas Kurian
CEO
Google Cloud
Matt Renner
President and Chief Revenue Officer
Google Cloud
Sarah Kennedy
Vice President, Marketing
Google Cloud
José Andrés
Chef, Restaurateur, Humanitarian
Event
schedule
Sunday October 25
2:00 PM
Arrivals
2:00 PM -
5:00 PM
Optional Customer Meetings and Networking
6:30 PM -
9:30 PM
Welcome Reception
Monday October 26
6:30 AM -
8:30 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM -
12:00 PM
Morning Sessions
12:00 PM -
1:00 PM
Executive Workshops, Breakouts and Networking
1:00 PM -
2:15 PM
Lunch
2:30 PM -
4:00 PM
Afternoon Sessions
5:30 PM -
7:30 PM
Signature Evening Programming
Tuesday October 27
6:30 AM -
9:00 AM
Breakfast
9:00 AM -
12:00 PM
Morning Sessions
12:00 PM -
1:30 PM
Closing Lunch Featuring José Andrés
2:00 PM
Departures
2:00 PM -
5:00 PM
Optional Customer Meetings
All times are in Eastern Time. Schedule is subject to change.
Leaders Circle is an exclusive, invitation-only experience for senior business and technical executives. Set against the backdrop of New York City, this gathering serves as a strategic platform to engage with peers and explore Google’s latest AI innovations.
To ensure the privacy and security of our guests, we are unable to share the list of attendees. Our group will consist of leaders from across industries and around the globe.
Please include your requirements in the dietary section of the registration form or advise us by email at gc-leaderscircle@google.com and we will ensure that your requirements are met.
Please access your registration form to make any necessary edits. For edits you’re unable to make through your registration form, please email us at gc-leaderscircle@google.com.
To fully experience Leaders Circle NYC, we recommend departing on Tuesday, October 27, in the late afternoon. This will allow you to attend our final session, which will conclude at 1:30 PM ET.
Commercial flights: New York City is serviced by three major airports. While LaGuardia (LGA) is the closest, travel times vary depending on traffic. Estimated drive times to The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad are:
LaGuardia Airport (LGA): 9 miles (20–45 minutes)
John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): 17 miles (40–60 minutes)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR): 15 miles (45–60 minutes)
Private aviation: Key gateways for private jets include Teterboro (TEB), Westchester County (HPN), and Republic (FRG), as well as JFK, LGA, and EWR. Estimated drive times from the dedicated private aviation hubs to the hotel are:
Teterboro Airport (TEB): 12 miles (30–55 minutes)
Westchester County Airport (HPN): 32 miles (50–80 minutes)
Yes, we will be providing premium shared airport transfers for all of our invited guests to and from all major New York City area commercial and private airports on approved arrival and departure dates. If you don’t have your flight information during registration, we’ll follow up with you a month before the event. We’re unable to coordinate transportation without receiving this information in advance.
We are happy to provide hotel and round-trip shared ground transportation to and from all major New York City areas commercial and private airports. Attendees will be responsible for their flight expenses.
No, our team will be coordinating and providing hotel accommodations for all attendees. We will cover hotel accommodations from Sunday, October 25, to Tuesday, October 27 (two nights for US and Canadian travelers, and three nights for international travelers). Additional nights may be reserved at your own expense. Please let us know your accommodation preferences when you register. You’ll receive your hotel confirmation number before the event.
Breakout sessions are opportunities for smaller groups to interact together outside of Leaders Circle NYC general content, and are often led by our speakers. In early September, confirmed attendees will be notified via email when breakout session sign-ups are available. Please note that space is limited, and reservations will be made on a first-come, first-served basis.
Each day will be filled with content sessions and networking opportunities. The full event schedule can be found on the Leaders Circle NYC website. Agenda updates, including speaker announcements, will be updated regularly as our programming expands and evolves. Please check back for additional details, or reach out to gc-leaderscircle@google.com with any questions.
