Stanford Search Fund CEO Conference 2025
Location
Stanford Graduate School of Business
United States
Attendees will learn from successful CEOs, GSB faculty, and board experts from within and outside of the search fund community about building and leading search fund operating companies.
Lodging
We have secured a discount at the Sheraton Palo Alto and Westin Palo Alto. Please use this reservation link to book.
Additionally, on-campus accommodations at the Schwab Center (directly across the street from the Stanford GSB) are available via this request form. Rates and accommodations details are listed on the form. For “Reason for Stay” please note “2025 Stanford Search Fund CEO Conference”.
It is recommended that potential attendees refrain from booking non-refundable travel and lodging until their registration is confirmed.
Schedule Overview
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
CEO and Investor Meetings
Lunch
Welcome Session
CEO Circles (CEOs Only)
Investor Circle (Investors and Board Members Only)
Group Activity and Reception
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Breakfast
2nd series of CEO Circles (CEOs Only)
2nd series of Investor Sessions (Investors and Board Members Only)
Lunch
General Sessions
- Current Topics in AI
- Compounding over the Long Term
- Will Thorndike interviewed by Peter Kelly
Closing Reception