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Explore the latest stories from across the institute — highlighting the people, research, and ideas that unpack today’s complex issues and provide insights for leaders. 

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June 10, 2026
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AI at Work: Finding Workforce Innovation on the Frontline

To understand what artificial intelligence means for the future of frontline workers and their organizations, there is plenty to learn from history.
Mohammad Akbarpour, Stanford GSB economics professor, presents on AI as a general purpose technology at the Stanford Leadership Institute AI@Work Executive Forum
May 31, 2026
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Conference explores pathways to sustainable, responsible use of AI

Practitioners and researchers identify benefits and challenges of using AI to support sustainability, resilience, and social responsibility
speaker at the AI Sustainability conference
May 29, 2026
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Stanford Leadership Forum Showcases Lessons from the Global to the Local

The Stanford Leadership Institute brought together leaders from business, government, and academia to share ideas for navigating a changing world.
May 28, 2026
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Stanford Leadership Institute Focuses on Navigating an Increasingly Complex World

With foundational support from Diane and Andreas Halvorsen, MBA ’90, and other donors, the Stanford Leadership Institute will equip leaders to navigate the forces reshaping business and society.
May 11, 2026
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The New Business of the Environment

Behind the rhetoric, environmental entrepreneurship is advancing through incremental change.
April 16, 2026
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Huang and Khanna: Global Talent, Smart Rules, and Reindustrialization Can Keep the U.S. Ahead in AI

NVIDIA Founder and CEO Jensen Huang and Congressman Ro Khanna met at Stanford to discuss U.S. AI leadership and requirements for continued success.
Photo of H.R. McMasters speaking with Jensen Huang and Ro Khanna on stage
February 04, 2026
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Scholars Discuss the Promises and Challenges of Decentralized Governance

At a Hoover Institution conference, Stanford GSB professors explored the governance of American universities and decentralized autonomous organizations.
January 05, 2026
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AI Is Transforming How Brands Connect With Their Audiences

GSB conference explores AI-driven opportunities for better personalization, as well as risks.
October 23, 2025
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Doug Burgum: Forget Energy Transition. Think Energy Addition.

The U.S. Interior Secretary highlights the rising need for affordable and reliable power.
August 06, 2025
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Capital Finance for Sustainability

From pricing of risks into asset prices to modeling uncertainty, researchers examine the changing nature of sustainability investments, insurance markets, and government incentives
SCS Capital Finance Conference Attendees
August 06, 2025
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Resilient, Visionary, Scalable: Inside Stanford’s Sustainability Innovation Conference

Sustainability Innovators Unite: Investors, entrepreneurs, and academics convene to discuss challenges and successful strategies for scaling innovation in sustainability.
SSI Conference Panel
July 28, 2025
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Stanford Sustainability Summit Convenes Global Changemakers to Brainstorm New Solutions

Leaders from around the world met for an inspiring two days of brainstorming paths to sustainability
Stanford Sustainability Summit 2025 All Changemakers
May 12, 2025
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Santos: Build Peace and Trust Through Dialogue

Former Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos shared insights on peace processes, leadership, and conflict transformation with a Stanford audience.
Juan Manuel Santos Lecture
April 30, 2025
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Scholars Meet at Hoover to Discuss Possibility of Ideologically Neutral AI in a Polarized World

Recognizing the rising power of AI to influence how information is created and consumed, scholars gathered to discuss ways to create generative AI models all Americans can trust.
Designing Trustworthy AI Conference Room Photo
April 15, 2025
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Bridging Humans and Machines: Advancing Alignment in AI

Industry leaders and Stanford faculty examine the opportunities and challenges of making artificial intelligence reflect human values
AI Alignment Conference - Weintraub and Glean CEO
April 15, 2025
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Civil Society and Sustainability Conference

Academics convene to discuss the complexities of climate action by individuals and organizations
Civil Society and Sustainability Conference Photo
March 19, 2025
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Connecting Government and Entrepreneurs

Former SBA administrator Isabel Guzmán serves as inaugural visiting fellow for the Business, Government & Society Initiative
Isabel Guzman with GSB Government and Politics Club
March 07, 2025
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Political Economy and Environmental Sustainability

Researchers examine climate issues in politics, international agreements, carbon taxes, and renewable energy subsidies.
SCS Environmental Sustainability Conference Audience
March 05, 2025
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Jamie Dimon Talks About Regulation, Remote Work, and What Keeps Him Up at Night

The JPMorgan CEO returned to Stanford GSB for a wide-ranging discussion on banking crises, AI, and why he believes employees should be back in the office.
January 31, 2025
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Stanford Summit Explores AI’s Role in Policing Reform

The summit brought together experts in law enforcement, policy, and technology to explore how AI analysis of body camera footage can improve policing, predict outcomes, and enhance public safety.
Panel with Venus Johnson, Max Isaacs, William “Bill” Scott, Jennifer Eberhardt
January 13, 2025
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Human Behavior and Climate Change: Lessons for Individual and Collective Action

Researchers explore how human behavior, trust, and tailored communication can boost public support for climate action and adaptation strategies.
October 07, 2024
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Thinking Allowed: Promoting Free Speech in the Classroom

In a moment of polarization and protest, Stanford GSB is working to ensure open discussion and respectful disagreement.
August 29, 2024
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Sustainability Summit Brings Innovators from Around the Globe to Stanford

Success stories and emerging practices highlight inaugural conference
August 16, 2024
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All eyes on AI: Promoting competition

The event was co-hosted by the U.S. Department of Justice and the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research, focusing on Promoting Competition in Artificial Intelligence.
Image Promoting Competition in AI Workshop

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