YPO EDGE: Human Excellence in an Age of Transformation
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About YPO EDGE: Fueled By Experts, Driven By YPO Members
YPO EDGE, the premier event of the world’s largest leadership community, brings 2,700+ global chief executives to Sydney for an unforgettable experience. Inspired by the cultural and spiritual wisdom of Australia’s Aboriginal custodians, EDGE explores how leadership — like the stories of this land — shapes our present and future. Through immersive learning, deep connection and transformative moments, members will discover how to lead with heart and elevate human excellence in harmony with technology and nature.
Gain an Edge Down Under
At YPO EDGE, big ideas are made.
For YPO members eager to break boundaries and defy the status quo, EDGE offers a dynamic space for chief executives to think boldly, expand their horizons, ignite fresh ideas and challenge long-held beliefs. With different engagement formats, quiet spaces, cultural elements and dynamic sessions, you’ll leave inspired and better prepared to lead through the challenges of tomorrow.
EDGE 2026 Topics
Tailored to today’s continuous disruption — rapid technology shifts, climate change and geopolitical instability — EDGE’s leadership-focused content arms chief executives with the knowledge and tools to navigate change and uncertainty.
Topic Pillars:
Humanizing the Digital Revolution
We have to keep the human experience at the center of technological advancement. Discussions will explore technological disruption, the evolving role of human-AI collaboration in the workplace and the next frontier of digital transformation. Expect cutting-edge insights with immersive, hands-on experiences, tangible outcomes and innovative learning formats.
EDGE speakers and YPO members Brandon Powell and Rajeev Kapur share how AI is unlocking more time, sharper focus and greater potential than ever before:
Shifting Geopolitical Centers of Gravity
The balance of global influence is shifting, with Asia-Pacific at the center of economic and geopolitical transformation. We’ll explore the rise of India, the evolving role of China on the global stage and the impact it has on the U.S. and European strategies for trade and security. From digital trade routes to geopolitical positioning, these sessions will unpack the opportunities and challenges of navigating a rapidly changing world order.
Future-Ready Leadership
The future belongs to leaders who can adapt, inspire and build resilient organizations. From navigating transformational uncertainty to embracing multi-generational teams, we’ll explore the essential skills for leading in a rapidly evolving world. Expect candid conversations on agility, vulnerability as a strength and how to create cultures that thrive in the face of disruption.
Thriving and Well-Being
Thriving as leaders in today’s rapidly changing world means not only navigating complexities but also making ethical decisions that reflect our values. As we focus on fostering our health, well-being and aging peacefully, we must recognize that leadership goes beyond the professional realm — it’s about taking care of the “whole leader.” Expect new insights on how to lead with a balance of vitality, integrity and long-term vision.
EDGE 2026 Speakers:
Nicole Kidman
Academy award-winning actress and producer
A UN Women Goodwill Ambassador and global cultural leader, Nicole Kidman brings a powerful voice on storytelling, leadership, and impact — making her an extraordinary addition to the EDGE experience.
Dylan Alcott
Resilience Architect and Inclusive Innovation Advocate
What does it take to break barriers and reshape systems? Paralympian Dylan Alcott shows global leaders how to lead with resilience, purpose and inclusion.
Walid Aboulnaga
Shamanic Breathwork Facilitator Transforming Leadership from the Inside Out
What if your next breakthrough isn’t in a boardroom, but within? Walid Aboulnaga demonstrates how breathwork fuels clarity, calm and conscious leadership.
Olivia Arrezzolo
Transforming Sleep into a Leadership Superpower
Olivia Arezzolo empowers leaders to master sleep as their most underestimated performance tool.
Li Cunxin AO
Ballet Icon, Bestselling Author and Transformational Leader
Li Cunxin shares the discipline, courage and gratitude behind his journey from poverty in Mao’s China to international acclaim.
Hugh Evans
Architect of Global Movements and Advocate for Actionable Impact
Hugh Evans turns awareness into action — mobilizing millions to influence policy, move capital and solve humanity’s biggest challenges.
Scott Farquhar
Expert in Scalable Innovation and Purpose-Driven Leadership
A pioneer of purpose-driven tech, Scott Farquhar knows how to scale innovation while making smarter trade-offs and anchoring success in values and impact.
Dave Garrison
Expert in Building Team Buy-In & High-Performance Cultures
Dave Garrison helps leaders turn buy-in from their biggest challenge into their greatest competitive advantage.
Lucy Guo
Architect of the Creator-Led Business Revolution
Lucy Guo transforms creator influence into scalable business giving a new generation of entrepreneurs the tools to build brands on their own terms.
Mina Guli
Regenerative Leadership Advocate & Global Water Changemaker
What does it take to run across the planet — and lead with purpose under pressure? Mina Guli turned miles into a movement to solve the global water crisis, showing how bold leadership can drive systems and level change.
Tim Gurner
Pioneer in Human Optimization and Transformational Wellness
From stress regulation to longevity science, Tim Gurner equips leaders with practical tools to boost clarity, energy and sustainable high performance.
William Heinecke
Global Hospitality Pioneer and Entrepreneurial Visionary
From a teenage startup to a global hospitality empire, William Heinecke shows how bold vision and human-centered leadership drive lasting success.
Oliver Jones
Global Geostrategy Architect
In a world reshaped by geopolitical turbulence, Oliver Jones equips leaders with tools to
navigate uncertainty — and thrive in the new global order.
Rajeev Kapur
AI Strategist and Leadership Futurist
Can your leadership outpace the machines? Rajeev Kapur helps global CEOs unlock real competitive advantage by transforming AI from a tech trend into a leadership mindset.
Kwama Oqusu Kesse
Purpose-Driven Leader Redefining Success Through Courage, Integrity and Impact
Kwame Owusu-Kesse challenges leaders to let go of comfort and lead with courage — building lives and legacies anchored in authenticity and impact.
Amandeep Khurana
AI Product Leader and Entrepreneur
AI is reshaping how work gets done. Amandeep Khurana helps leaders harness intelligent systems to unlock new potential across their teams and organizations.
Jesper Koll
Japan Economist, Global Markets Strategist & Capitalism Optimist
Can aging populations drive innovation? Jesper Koll shows why Japan’s brand of capitalism and Kaizen mindset offer a powerful blueprint for leading through disruption, holding surprising lessons for global leadership.
Joe Hideo Morita
Legacy Leader Bridging Tradition, Innovation and Global Markets
Joe Morita draws on centuries of legacy and a global lens to offer today’s CEOs a masterclass in leading with resilience, cultural depth and human-first values.
Brandon Powell
AI Transformation Strategist & Scalable Innovation Expert
From boardrooms to back-end systems, Brandon Powell helps leaders cut through AI hype and unlock real ROI — fast, focused and built to scale.
Maria Ressa
Defender of Press Freedom and Global Voice on Truth in the Digital Age
Maria Ressa exposes the fault lines of today’s information war, showing how courage, journalism and truth can hold the line against authoritarianism.
Dan Rice
Leadership Strategist and Global Crisis Expert
What can CEOs learn from a war zone? Dan Rice brings firsthand leadership lessons from Ukraine’s front lines — insights every business leader needs to thrive under pressure.
Hagai M. Sedal
Geopolitical Strategist Translating Risk into Business Clarity
When global chaos hits your bottom line, Hagai Segal shows you how to decode it, manage it — and even profit from it.
David Sinclair
Longevity Scientist and Global Authority on Aging
Aging is no longer inevitable. It’s the next frontier of performance. Harvard scientist David Sinclair unpacks the breakthrough science transforming health, longevity and the future of human potential.
Selin Song
Architect of High-Performing, AI-Empowered Organizations
A catalyst for AI-enabled growth, Selin Song empowers leaders to build cultures that learn fast, experiment boldly and innovate with confidence.
James Stavridis
Global Strategist on Leadership, Security and the Future of Power
James Stavridis translates battlefield clarity into boardroom strategy —helping leaders manage risk, make bold decisions and lead with purpose.
Marco Vincenzino
Decoding Global Shifts for Strategic Advantage
Amid rising global uncertainty, Marco Vicenzino equips leaders with foresight and agility to navigate risk, seize opportunity and stay ahead.
Dr. Neha Sangwan
Leadership Wellness Expert Guiding Teams from Burnout to Breakthrough
When burnout threatens your business, Dr. Neha Sangwan gives leaders the tools to recharge their people — and themselves — for lasting performance.
Tiffany Vora, Ph.D.
Biotechnology Futurist and Longevity Innovator
What happens when humans live to 120? Tiffany Vora explores how biotech, AI and wellness are redefining leadership, careers and human potential.
Milo Wilkinson
Behavioral Futurist Decoding the Primal Brain for Elite Performance
Most of your brain is wired to scan for threat. Milo Wilkinson will show you how to rewire it for opportunity — transforming the way you lead in the boardroom and at home.