Google

Go2MarketEdge attendees had the rare opportunity to visit Google's campus and hear directly from a Google DeepMind leader on the company's AI research lab. 

Joana Carrasqueira, Product at Google Deepmind, talked about “AI-Powered Foodservice: From Consumer Data to Revenue.” Carrasqueira also told attendees how Google manages to keep its meetings to just 30 minutes.

Plug & Play

At Plug & Play, attendees saw firsthand how the global startup accelerator and corporate innovation platform connects early-stage companies with mentors, investors, and enterprise partners. 

Sara Torabi, Investment Operation Manager, Plug & Play, detailed “The Future of Foodservice: AI and Innovation at Scale.” 
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Stanford University

During the visit to Stanford University, attendees heard from Stanford’s Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence Institute on the responsible development of AI, followed by insights from Amazon on leadership and the product development process at one of the world’s largest online retailers and cloud computing providers. 

Ahmad Rushdi, Director at Stanford HAI, told attendees they should stop asking what AI can do and start asking where there is a lack of efficiency in their organizations.  

Kwesi Edwards, WW Lead Data Migration and Modernization Specialist, AWS and Heather Wright, ISV GTM & Business Advisory Leader. AWS discussed how Amazon approaches product innovation.  

Dinner Reception

After a full day of immersive learning, attendees had the opportunity to connect and debrief on their experiences during a dinner reception on the beautiful patio of The Ameswell Hotel.