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The Innovation Delegation

A curated Silicon Valley programme for CXOs, CIOs, CTOs, product and innovation leaders from different organisations.

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Real rooms, real work

Where enterprise leaders meet Silicon Valley.

A delegation group visiting the Zoox office in Silicon Valley
Zoox, Silicon ValleyCorporate visit
A delegation group in Israel
IsraelDelegation visit
Leaders at a startup showcase session
Startup showcasePresentations and pitches
A delegation group working session
Working sessionGroup discussion
At OpenAI, San Francisco
OpenAI, SFInside the Valley
The challenge

The best learning happens alongside peers.

Executives learn as much from each other as from the Valley. Bringing leaders from organisations without direct competitive conflict into one room creates a more open and useful exchange.

Learning in isolationGoing alone means no peer benchmark and no one to compare notes with.
Hard to open the right doorsThe companies and experts that matter are hard to reach as a single visitor.
Too much noiseThousands of startups and tools. Knowing which ones fit your priority is the hard part.
No plan to take homeInspiration fades. Without a roadmap, the trip does not translate into action.
What happens in the delegation

One shared journey, with your peers.

A fixed programme, run for a curated group of organisations without direct competitive conflict. From announcement to a plan you take home.

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Programme announced

Each delegation is announced with a clear focus area, dates and agenda.

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Apply to join

Leaders apply for a specific delegation after its focus, dates and participation fee are announced.

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Application review and curation

We review each application and curate the group. We assess potential competitive conflicts before confirming the group, creating space for a more open exchange.

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Full agenda shared

Selected enterprises receive the complete Silicon Valley agenda and programme details.

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The Silicon Valley trip The core week

Your cohort in the Valley, learning together through a shared programme.

Training workshop
Corporate visits
Startup pitches & matchmaking
Silicon Valley expert panels
Networking dinners
Transformation roadmap · group sessions
AI & tech adoption · group sessions
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Leadership action session

The delegation closes with a focused working session to translate the week into priorities, decisions and next steps.

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Execution & adoption support Add on

Optional post delegation support to help you put the plan into action and drive adoption.

Fixed programme & datesThe focus, agenda and schedule are set in advance, so every participant knows exactly what they are joining.
A more open exchangeWe assess potential competitive conflicts before confirming the group, creating space for a more open exchange.
The outcome

You leave with a plan and a network.

Real outcomes from a week with your peers in Silicon Valley.

A clear focusWhere to start, and what to skip.
A peer networkLeaders you can call, long after.
A shortlistPartners worth your team's time.
Clear callsBuild, buy, partner or pilot, with reasoning.
An action planActions, owners and next steps.
Upcoming

New Innovation Delegations open throughout the year. See what is coming up next.

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Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

What is the Silicon Valley Innovation Delegation?

A fixed programme of company visits, expert conversations, startup exposure and peer exchange for senior corporate leaders.

Who is the Delegation designed for?

It is designed for CEOs, CXOs, CIOs, CTOs, product leaders and senior executives responsible for innovation, technology and transformation.

Is this a private programme?

No. The Delegation brings leaders from multiple organisations together as one curated group.

What areas does the programme cover?

Each delegation is built around one announced focus area, such as AI, digital transformation, cybersecurity or emerging technology.

Is the programme customisable?

No. The themes and core programme are fixed, and dates are announced ahead of each delegation. Specific speakers or visits may change depending on availability.

How does pricing work?

Each announced delegation has one fixed participation fee per person, shown with its dates and programme details.

What does the participation fee include?

It includes all official programme sessions, travel and logistics between programme venues, and meals scheduled as part of the programme.

What is not included?

Flights, hotel accommodation, visa costs, insurance and personal expenses are not included. Travel outside official programme movements is also the participant's responsibility.

What will participants gain from the Delegation?

Participants gain practical insight, exposure to emerging technologies, relevant connections and a clearer view of how leading organisations are approaching transformation.

Can more than one leader from the same organisation attend?

Yes, subject to seat availability. Each place is confirmed separately at the published participation fee.

What happens after we apply?

We review each application for relevance and group fit. A place is confirmed only after acceptance and payment.

Who can I contact if I have further questions?

You can book a call with our team or email us at hello@znationglobal.com.

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