Next Conversation · November 2026
In Conversation...
An intimate gathering of chief executives, investors, and founders. A private reception followed by a candid conversation with leaders on what is actually moving markets and companies.
By invitation · Menlo Park, California
The Evening
One Room, In Conversation...
Guests
Founders, chief executives, and investors, each invited by one of the hosts.
Reception
Starting at 5 PM, get to know the other attendees in the serenity of the outdoor courtyard.
Conversation
Engage with leaders worth hearing, while the conversation stays in the room. We don’t publish the guest list, and the discussions are off the record.
Your Hosts
Convened by People You Know
Rob Swanson
EVP/Managing Director,
Specialized Industries
Andy Grosso
Partner,
Private Equity
David Nour
Founder & CEO
Previous In Conversation Guests
- LTG (Ret.) Tom Bostick, 53rd Chief of Engineers, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Drew Guevara, Head of Global Technology Investment Banking, Morgan Stanley
- James Mylett, CEO, Smart Care
The Series
Previous In Conversations...
March 2026
Resilient Execution: Leading When Plans Collide with Reality
With LTG (Ret.) Thomas P. Bostick
Read the Recap →
September 2026
AI Investments. Human Trust. World-Class Execution.
With Drew Guevara of Morgan Stanley and James Mylett of Smart Care
Read the Recap →“This is exactly the kind of gathering you clear your calendar for.”
CEO Guest