Conversations That Move Us Forward
Our events and convenings bring together leaders from business, education, technology, and government to explore what’s next and how to shape it with intention.
From innovation forums and hackathons to executive conversations and public dialogues, these gatherings reflect SG+I’s commitment to clarity, collaboration, and responsible progress.
Conversations That Move us Forward
Our events bring together leaders from business, education, technology, and government to explore what’s next — and how to shape it with intention.
From innovation forums and roundtables to Human Edge™ Studios, these gatherings are designed to move beyond ideas into shared understanding, practical insight, and responsible progress.
Upcoming Events
Join us in upcoming Human Edge™ Studios and partner convenings.
Human Edge™ Studio — Spring 2026
Northeastern University | May 8, 2026
A one-day interdisciplinary studio where students, faculty, and industry mentors work together to apply AI to real-world challenges.
Participants engage across technical, ethical, and strategic dimensions — building not just solutions, but the judgment required to use AI responsibly.
Human Edge™ Studio — Fall 2026 (Flagship)
DCU Center, Worcester | October 2026
Our flagship studio convening brings together students, institutions, industry, and civic leaders for a large-scale, immersive experience focused on the future of work, AI, and society.
Designed as both a learning environment and a regional model, this event reflects the next phase of Human Edge™.
Past Events & Highlights
A look at the conversations and collaborations shaping Human Edge™ in practice.
AI Literacy for Intelligent Transformation
April 7, 2026 | Bentley University — Global AI Summit
Human Edge™ will contribute to a cross-sector panel on building an ecosystem of strategic partnerships for the future.
This session brings together perspectives from industry, academia, and public leadership to examine how capability must evolve into judgment.
State House Roundtable on AI & Responsible Innovation
January 20, 2026 | Massachusetts State House
SG+I partnered with Senator Michael O. Moore to convene leaders across government, academia, and industry to explore how AI can be advanced responsibly while maintaining public trust.
The discussion focused on practical approaches to governance, accountability, and cross-sector alignment.
AI & Tech Careers Panel — Museum of Science
December 6, 2025
A public-facing conversation on how students and early-career professionals can navigate a rapidly evolving technology landscape.
The discussion emphasized interdisciplinary thinking, adaptability, and the growing importance of human skills alongside technical capability.
Hack for Human Impact
A Human Edge™ innovation sprint for responsible AI
An interdisciplinary experience bringing together students, educators, and industry mentors to explore how AI can be applied thoughtfully to real-world challenges.
Teams worked across data, design, and storytelling — integrating ethical and human-centered perspectives into their solutions.
This program laid the foundation for what has evolved into Human Edge™.
The Power Moves Behind Every Successful Project
Webinar Conversation with D2D Consulting
A discussion on how leaders bring clarity and structure to complex initiatives.
This conversation explores how strong requirements, realistic scoping, and disciplined execution shape successful outcomes — along with the judgment to pause or reset when needed.
While not a Human Edge™ Studio, this dialogue reflects the broader leadership perspective that informs the initiative.
Ongoing Communities & Initiatives
In addition to individual events, Human Edge™ supports ongoing collaboration across institutions, industries, and disciplines.
Human Edge: Liberal Arts + AI Community
Human Edge™ brings together voices from academia, industry, and civic leadership to explore how AI can be developed and applied in more human-centered ways.
Through ongoing dialogue, shared learning, and collaborative design, this community is helping shape a new model of interdisciplinary leadership.