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Becoming a GLG expert doesn’t just unlock GLG project opportunities, GLG Network Membership offers you access to exclusive virtual and in-person events so you can meet and learn from other experts.
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GLG experts offer highly unique industry perspectives and expert-hosted events cover a range of topics from professional development to industry trends to personal brand strategies.
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In-person GLG expert mixers allow you the chance to meet and mingle with other local professionals as well as GLG leaders.
2026 Calendar of Events
Below is a preview of our upcoming programming. Registration for several events is now open. If you have any questions or inquiries about the events below, reach out to us at expertevents@glgroup.com
Upcoming Events
Strategic Mind in an AI World: Leveraging Tech While Maintaining Autonomy
To explore how leaders can strategically, thoughtfully, and productively leverage AI, join us for a discussion and Q&A with Cole Baker Bagwell, former Chief Experience Architect at Red Hat and a mindset coach trusted by executives at NVIDIA, Amazon, Cisco, and other top tech companies. Moderated by GLG Chief Membership Officer Lisa Owens, the event will explore emerging cognitive research related to AI, with the goal of fostering a human-focused mindset that capitalizes on modern tech stacks while navigating their overlooked potential to negatively impact decision making.
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Unleashing the Full Potential of Existing Medicines
What if potential breakthroughs in medical innovation are discovered, just sitting on pharmacy shelves or within the pages of a medical journal – hidden by systemic inefficiencies and market gaps? GLG Social Impact is diving into the “Circular Economy” of healthcare in an event with two nonprofit leaders. Laura Kleiman, PhD (Founder & CEO, Reboot Rx) and Kiah Williams (Co-founder, SIRUM) will explore how AI and proprietary technology are being leveraged to bridge the gap between underutilized medical resources and the patients who need them most.
Demystifying Life Science Angel Investing
Yaniv Sneor, founder of the Mid-Atlantic Bio Angels Group, joins us to share insights into early-stage angel investing in biotechnology and life sciences. We’ll discuss the types of life science opportunities that attract angel investors, typical investment stages and amounts, key elements of the due diligence process, risks, rewards, and the perspectives that guide one of the industry’s most successful angel groups.
Moving from Agentic AI Adoption to Impact
Step back from the technical details and focus on what leaders should be thinking about after AI adoption begins. Join us for a conversation with Andreas Welch, former Vice President and Head of Marketing Artificial Intelligence at SAP America, author of The Human Agentic AI Edge, and educator. We’ll explore how organizations are moving from early experimentation to real operational impact, and what it takes to ensure agentic systems deliver long term value.
Foundations of Healthy Productivity: Motivation and Time Management
Leadership and communication coach Gabriel DeRita hosts a conversation on how motivation, planning, and focus can help individuals make better decisions about where to invest their time and energy and build momentum that lasts. Participants will leave with a clear framework for prioritizing what matters, maintaining focus in a distracted environment, and working in ways that support both effectiveness and well-being.
The Impact of AI in Complex Health Systems
Join Ryan Mackey, Chief Medical Informatics Officer, VP & Physician Executive at LifePoint Health, for an overview of how complex health systems are implementing AI across a diverse range of administrative, operational, and clinical settings. From ambient scribes in the behavioral health setting to insurance claims management for inpatient rehab, the potential applications for AI in healthcare seem endless. Ryan will share how he and other health system leaders are navigating this increasingly complex landscape to drive efficiency and improve patient outcomes.
Inside the Boardroom: How Leaders Land and Succeed on Boards
Seasoned board member and investor Kelley Morrell shares practical insight into how leaders can position themselves for board opportunities and what board service actually looks like in practice. Kelley will pull from her own experience across private equity, public company governance, and high-growth businesses to discuss different pathways to securing a board seat – including how to navigate the “first board” challenge and the materials and networking strategies that help candidates stand out.
Cost: $99
The New Tariff Landscape: Where Things Stand and What Comes Next
Join Grant Harris, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Analysis, for a discussion about the current U.S. trade and tariff landscape, recent policy developments, and the broader global trade environment. Drawing on his experience across government and global business, Grant will share perspectives on key developments and what to watch in the months ahead.
Four Paths to AI Adoption: Find Where You Fit
GLG’s latest report on agentic AI surveyed 110 global leaders who are responsible for implementing agentic solutions at their companies, finding that 37% of business leaders are facing “extreme” or “significant” pressure to adopt AI from their boards and shareholders. Within this context, join David Karandish, CEO of Capacity, for a look into real-world use cases of this transformative technology to help you better grasp the right place to start. We encourage participants to submit their specific questions in advance while registering!
Cost: $99
The Changing Landscape of Women’s Health
Alessandra Henderson, Co-Founder and former CEO of Elektra Health, joins us for a look at how technology, innovation, and new care models are shifting women’s health from its focus on reproductive care to more holistic well-being. The event will explore emerging market dynamics, investment trends, and the next generation of digital health solutions shaping care for women at every life stage.
Digital Health 2026 Outlook
From AI-powered hospitals to virtual care and the evolution of clinical trials, Stan Kachnowski, PhD MPA (Chair of the Healthcare Innovation & Technology Lab and Director of Columbia Business School’s Digital Health Program) will discuss the evolving landscape of digital health. We’ll focus in on the biggest headwinds and tailwinds in the space, as well as where the most exciting opportunities to improve patient outcomes lie in 2026.
Parcel & Last Mile Delivery Solutions: The Road to Change and Disruption
Join Dean Maciuba, Co-Founder of Crossroads Parcel Consulting, for a conversation on the forces transforming parcel economics, including the impact of generational network redesigns and AI-powered technologies. Dean will also share his insights on the broader industry trends reshaping service expectations and investment decisions.
Leading with Vulnerability: The ROI of Mental Health Literacy
Join us for a powerful conversation with Adam Nemer, founder of Simple Mental Health and author of the book by the same name, who challenges long-standing myths and stigmas around mental health in the workplace. We’ll explore why mental well-being is not just a personal issue, but a leadership and performance imperative. Adam pulls from real-life examples to show how practical and essential it is to embrace vulnerability, empathy, and psychological safety for your workforce and for your business.
2025 Events
Finding Your Voice on LinkedIn: Thought Leadership Best Practices
Communications strategist and entrepreneur Lauren Perna will share best practices for using LinkedIn to create authentic, high-impact thought leadership campaigns that showcase your expertise and help you stand out in a crowded digital space. You’ll learn how to develop content that builds credibility and sparks meaningful conversations, not just likes and clicks.
Strengthen Your Speaking Presence with Simple, Effective Strategies
Matt Kohut, Managing Partner of KNP Communications, will join us to offer practical advice for improving your public speaking skills, whether you’re presenting virtually or in person. He’ll share strategies to eliminate common verbal tics, enhance your presentations, and connect with diverse audiences.
The Future of Search in the Age of AI
With AI now generating answers instead of just serving up links, the boundaries between fact, interpretation, and persuasion are blurring. Join Dr. William Fong, former Global Solution Strategy Director for AI Digital Transformation at Microsoft, as we explore the future of AI-driven search. We’ll examine how AI is reshaping the way individuals and organizations discover information, the risks of overconfidence in machine-generated results, and what decision makers need to do to prepare for the next evolution of search.
Infinite Content, Finite Attention
How can brands successfully and authentically drive their message in a world full of content? Join Nicole Alexander, former Global Head of Business Marketing at Meta, Professor of Marketing and Technology at NYU, and author of Ethical AI in Marketing, for a discussion on how AI is shaping the way brands build trust, the double-edged sword of “infinite content,” and why attention has become one of the most valuable currencies.
The Leadership Toolkit for Science-Driven Impact
Join us for an inspiring discussion with scientist, entrepreneur, and leadership consultant Dr. Sophia Ononye. Dr. Ononye will share insights from her book, Amplifying Scientific Innovation, including her proven “leadership toolkit” – a framework to equip innovators and leaders with the skills and mindset to navigate the complexities of the life sciences and biotech industries.
Privacy in the Age of AI: Lessons from Big Tech’s Front Lines
Join us for a candid conversation about privacy in the age of AI with Rob Leathern, former VP of Product Management for Privacy & Security at Google. Rob will discuss why GenAI poses both an unprecedented opportunity and a serious privacy challenge, what leaders need to know about AI transparency, and more.
Smarter Decisions: A Practical Guide to AI Integration
This session is designed for professionals who are just beginning their journey into AI integration. David Karandish, CEO of Capacity – a firm at the intersection of AI and product management – will walk through a framework for embedding AI into your organization’s processes and decision-making.
Understanding Your Impact as a GLG Expert
Have you ever participated in a consultation with GLG and wondered how your expertise contributed to the client’s decision making? In this session, senior leaders from GLG’s service teams will provide an overview of the client types GLG supports and examples of how they leverage expert insights
Can AI Be Fair? Ethics in the Age of AI
Reid Blackman – Founder and CEO of Virtue, author of Ethical Machines, and host of the podcast of the same name – will break down big topics plainly, including how we make sure AI is designed and used responsibly, as well as how the technology is shaping society, business, and everyday life.
Putting AI to Work: Real World Applications & Adoption Strategies
Polly Allen, the former Principal Product Manager for Alexa AI at Amazon, is back for a discussion on ways to integrate AI into your workflows. Whether you’re evaluating vendors or simply trying to keep up with best practices, this session will offer clear actionable insights alongside actual use cases demonstrating how AI is being applied across industries
2024 Events
The Science of Sleep: How to Optimize Rest for Whole-Body Health
Join a discussion with sleep expert and functional medicine practitioner Anne Marie Boyhan to learn about science-backed strategies for improving sleep, reducing anxiety, and finding success. Anne Marie will draw on her experience with leaders and business executives to inform the discussion and help you turn these strategies into solutions.
2025 U.S. Healthcare Outlook: Drug Pricing & PBMs
Join us for a conversation with healthcare strategist Jeff Berkowitz, CEO of Real Endpoints, to discuss the pressing topics and key trends facing the industry as we move into the new year. Jeff will offer his insights on the U.S. healthcare system, covering the policy landscape, drug pricing, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and other access and innovation trends we might expect.
The Evolving Patient Care Landscape
Telehealth, virtual care, remote patient monitoring, hospital at home, virtual pharmacy and AI powered offerings are changing the face of care delivery. Join GLG Healthcare Community Leader Anna Mahoney for a conversation with GLG expert Lee Shapiro on the outlook for technology-powered patient care. Lee will offer his perspectives on the evolution these offerings and what we might expect in the next few years.
Nonprofit Boards: Using Your Skills and Passions to Maximize Impact
Join two leaders in the nonprofit space for a conversation about how to leverage your professional experience and personal interests for effective nonprofit board service. Nonprofit board advisor Tom Fry and Entryway CEO David Williams will share insights on identifying the right board for you; positioning yourself to make a positive impact; and how to avoid becoming a “potted plant” in the boardroom.
Lessons From the CrowdStrike Outage
Join cybersecurity expert Chandra Mundra for a conversation on the security update felt around the world – from why it happened, to how it might have been avoided, and what to expect going forward. Chandra will also discuss broader industry ramifications, risk mitigation strategies, and crisis management.
Understanding Data Centers
Data centers are what power today’s digital world driven by cloud adoption and the need for digital transformation. In this conversation you will learn more about the sector, current and future innovations, key differences in types of data centers, sustainability, and more.
Rethinking Hiring: A Systems Change Approach
Gerald Chertavian, founder of the job-training nonprofit Year Up, will share his insights on how companies can attract and retain the best talent. Gerald will draw on his experience to share how organizations can address complex, multi-stakeholder social issues.
Summer Box-Office Outlook and Film Release Trends
Interested in learning more about what to expect at the box-office this summer? This event will outline the future of the movie chain, what you might see in 2025, and insights into how tech, and streaming platforms, are shaping the industry.
An Overview of the U.S. Housing Market
Learn about the trends shaping the American housing market from the Chief Economist at the National Association of Home Builders. Topics covered will include the housing shortage, challenges on the building side, as well as the short and long-term outlook.
Bankruptcy Basics: Demystifying Chapter 11
This one-hour session will provide a summary look at the mechanics, as well as the advantages and disadvantages, of Chapter 11. This foundational overview will be followed by a deep dive and a real-world example in commercial real estate.
How to Craft, Publish, and Promote a Nonfiction Book
Discover how to get a book across the finish line in a session loaded with real-world examples and resources to help establish authority in your field and grow your business. You’ll also learn how marketing a book can create new opportunities for speaking engagements, media coverage, and attracting new clients
