Programme overview
The C-Future Tech Day is a joint offering from ETH Zurich and the University of St.Gallen for decision-makers at C-suite level. The programme provides a thorough and systematic introduction to intelligent robotics, multimodal AI and behavioural AI agents. These topics are among the key technological developments that will have a significant impact on value creation, leadership and strategic corporate planning in the coming years.
In an exclusive group of 15 people, participants gain in-depth insights into research at ETH Zurich and learn about current advances in robotics and artificial intelligence. Experts from science and industry will provide practical insights into how these technologies are already being used in organisations today, what potential they offer and what adjustments may be necessary in processes, structures and skills.
The programme also includes a laboratory tour, thematically focused presentations and moderated dialogue formats that enable structured knowledge transfer. The exchange within a small, select group creates a framework for in-depth discussion of opportunities, challenges and specific areas of action. The programme is aimed at executives who want to understand technological developments at an early stage and make a well-founded assessment of their relevance for their own organisation.
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Programme management
Natalia Gnezdilova
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| Start date: | 11.03.2026 | |
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Speakers
Prof. Dr. Karolin Frankenberger
is the Dean of the Executive School of Management at the University of St. Gallen and the Director of the Institute of Management & Strategy. Before her academic career, she worked as a consultant at McKinsey & Company.
Prof. Dr. Stefano Brusoni
is Vice Rector for Continuing Education at ETH Zurich and Professor of Technology and Innovation Management at D-MTEC since 2011. Previously, he was Associate Professor at Bocconi University. He earned his PhD in Science and Technology Policy from the University of Sussex in 2002.
Prof. Dr. Miriam Meckel
is a communication scholar specializing in corporate communication and digital transformation. She is a Professor of Corporate Communication at the University of St.Gallen and Managing Partner of ada Learning GmbH, which operates the digital education initiative ada.
Dr. Rainer Bischoff
is General Manager Germany at Intrinsic, a robotics software and AI company from Alphabet’s X. With over 20 years in robotics, he previously led research at KUKA and helped found euRobotics. He holds numerous patents and has received several international awards for his contributions to robotics and human-robot collaboration.
Dr. Léa Steinacker
is a social scientist, entrepreneur, and bestselling author with a PhD on the social dimensions of AI. She is CEO of the Swiss AI startup GaiaLogic, co-founder and Executive Chairwoman of ada Learning, and serves on the Board of Directors of Weleda AG. Her work explores how technology shapes society and the future of work.
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Agenda
Introduction
Welcome to the C-Future Tech Day
Prof. Dr. Karolin Frankenberger, University of St.Gallen
Prof. Dr. Stefano Brusoni, ETH Zürich
Context
Co-Intelligence: how AI changes our economies and society
Prof. Dr. Miriam Meckel, University of St.Gallen
Experience
ETH Lab Visit & Professors’ Insights
Intelligent Robotics | Multimodal AI | Behavioural AI Agents
Lunch
Keynote
AI-integrated platform for intelligent robotics
Dr. Rainer Bischoff, General Manager at intrinsic, an Alphabet company
Insights
Rethinking intelligence: Leading in the age of humans and AI
Dr. Léa Steinacker, CEO GaiaLogic
Peer Chat
Participants’ Dialogue
Dinner
Wrap-up
Prof. Claudio Feser
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Natalia Gnezdilova
Why University of St.Gallen
At the University of St. Gallen (HSG), you can choose from one of the largest executive education portfolios in the German speaking region – the right programme for your needs and career objectives. The renowned quality and practical relevance of the learning experience convinces more than 6000 participants per year. Profit from an Executive Degree from St.Gallen – the best business school in the German-speaking world – and get ahead in your career!
