About
Capgemini SPARK 2026 will be held from September 28th to September 30th in Pebble Beach, California. Building on the tradition of exclusive client events hosted by Capgemini, SPARK is an invitation-only gathering of C-level leaders from Capgemini’s client network. Together, we will explore how organizations can move from awareness to action by applying AI and integrative digital technologies at scale to drive real business outcomes and accelerate enterprise transformation.
SPARK 2026 is a rare opportunity to engage with business and digital thought leaders in a series of cross-industry discussions, set in Northern California’s beautiful Pebble Beach. Across every conversation, the focus is clear: how to make it real.
Speakers
Professor of Economics of Machine Intelligence
Chief Executive Officer, Americas, Capgemini
Neuroscientist, Author, Technologist, Entrepreneur
Chief Executive Officer, Group, Capgemini
Professor of Economics at Harward, and former First Deputy Managing Director and Chief Economist of the IMF
Agenda
Day 1: Monday, September 28, 2026
Time
Activity
12:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Arrivals and event check-in
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Private golf clinic with The Pebble Beach Golf Academy
3:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Hospitality meet and greet, sponsor demos before the kick-off the event
4:00 – 4:15 p.m.
Welcome to SPARK
4:15 – 5:00 p.m.
Opening Keynote: “The Adaptive mind: How Human Intelligence and AI work together to turn awareness to action”
David Eagleman, Neuroscientist, Author, Technologist, Entrepreneur
5:00 – 5:25 p.m.
Fireside chat
5:25 – 5:50 p.m.
Titanium sponsor session
5:50 – 6:10 p.m.
Fireside chat
6:15 – 10:00 p.m.
Capgemini SPARK Welcome reception and dinner
Day 2: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Time
Activity
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Sponsor network breakfast
8:00 – 8:50 a.m.
Day 2 Keynote: “AI, Productivity and Inequality: How artificial intelligence will reshape the macro-outlook and labour markets”
Dr. Gita Gopinath, Professor of Economics at Harward, and former First Deputy Managing Director and Chief Economist of the IMF
8:50 – 9:30 a.m.
Partner panel
9:30 – 9:50 a.m.
Fireside Chat
Moderator: Kartik Ramakrishnan, CEO Financial Services SBU
9:50 – 10:10 a.m.
Diamond sponsor session
10:10 – 10:45 a.m.
Break
10:45 – 11:25 a.m.
Keynote
11:25 – 11:45 a.m.
Diamond sponsor session
11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Day 2 wrap up
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:10 – 6:30 p.m.
Shotgun golf tournament and other recreational activities:
- Golf on Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Golf Academy and The Hay (9 Hole course)
- Pickleball at Spanish Bay Tennis Pavilion
- Carmel Valley Wine Tasting
- E-Bike Tour
- Range Rover Experience
- Kayaking
- Monterey Bay Walking Food Tour
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Networking reception
7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Gala Dinner & awards
Entertainment by: Shin Lim, Close up Magician, Winner of the America’s Got Talent
Day 3: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time
Activity
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
Breakfast
8:30 – 9:15 a.m.
Diamond speaker session
9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Panel discussion
9:45 – 10:25 a.m.
Closing Keynote: “Power and Prediction: How Leaders Can Leverage Their Greatest Opportunity Right Now”
Ajay Agrawal, Professor of Economics of Machine Intelligence
10:25 – 10:40 a.m.
Closing remarks
Aiman Ezzat, Chief Executive Officer, Group, Capgemini
10:40 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Partner/client networking
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch & departures
Hotel & Travel
Nestled among majestic Monterey pines – and fronted by a Scottish-style links golf course that touches some of the most breathtaking coastline in the world – The Inn at Spanish Bay is an idyllic retreat.
All guest rooms feature stylish and comfortable furnishings and a warm, cozy fireplace. Most rooms include a private patio or balcony, providing magnificent views of landscaped grounds, pine forests, rolling fairways or the Pacific Ocean. Each room also features complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with cable and lavish modern bathrooms loaded with signature amenities to enhance your stay.
Hotel check in:
Your accommodation (room, tax, resort fee) is provided by Capgemini during the program dates. Since you will be pre-registered at The Inn at Spanish Bay, you will only need to provide your personal credit card to cover any personal incidentals or additional nights you may incur.
The official hotel check-in time is 4:00pm. If you arrive early, the hotel will make every effort to accommodate an early check-in; however, it is not guaranteed. If your room is not ready upon your arrival, the hotel bell staff will store your luggage so you may enjoy the hotel facilities until your room is ready. Your luggage will be delivered to your room once it is ready.
Air travel
There are three airports you may use:
- Monterey Peninsula Airport is 20 minutes from The Inn at Spanish Bay.
- San Jose International Airport is about 90 minutes north of The Inn at Spanish Bay (most major carriers have direct non-stop flights).
- San Francisco International Airport is about 2 hours north of The Inn at Spanish Bay.
Airport transfers: If you would like to make arrangements for airport transfers you may contact Pebble Beach Transportation. The costs will vary depending on your arrival/departure airport.
Pebble Beach Transportation Group
Pebble Beach Resorts
Office (+1) (831) 649-7606
transportation@pebblebeach.com
Activities
Participants attending SPARK have the opportunity to enjoy the outstanding outdoor activities at Pebble Beach. Golf aficionados will find themselves at home with the opportunity to play on one of the world’s most-famous courses, the Pebble Beach Golf Links. Attendees will also have a chance to spend time with the famed Pebble Beach golf pros and take part in a world-class golf clinic featuring the latest, most-advanced swing and putting diagnostics. For participants who prefer not to golf, we have a variety of other recreational activities for you to choose from.
Golf on Pebble Beach
Golf Links
Scratch golfers, first-timers, and everyone in between are welcome for our private shotgun-start golf tournament on the renowned Pebble Beach Golf Links. The format ensures that novices and experts can play together, and everyone has a great time! Bring your own clubs or we will provide a set for you.
Pickleball at Spanish Bay
Come join us for a fun afternoon of learning and playing one of the fastest growing sports in America! We play on a specially lined small court resembling tennis and ping pong while using volleyball scoring. It is very easy to learn and our instructors will teach you all the fundamentals so you will be playing quite quickly. Our program will include a clinic of strategy and learning the scoring followed by a round robin. Come on out and play pickleball!
Carmel Valley Wine
Tasting Tour
The special quality that allows Carmel Valley to transcend the ordinary is evident in its wineries and tasting rooms that are found along the dramatic valley floor. Join us for a fun afternoon of visiting some of Carmel Valley’s best wineries. We will tour the vineyards, have a private blending class and meet with the tasting hosts and winemakers.
E-Bike Tour
Come take an electric bike tour of 17-Mile Drive! Reaching speeds of 17 miles per hour, our GenZe electric bikes allow everyone the opportunity to bike the Monterey Peninsula coastline and out to the famous 17-Mile Drive. The tour lasts two and a half hours, during which you can take in the stunning views of the ocean and explore the bay. This tour is a great way to see the coast of Monterey and all the beauty of Pebble Beach. Our knowledgeable tour guides know all the best spots in the area and will share interesting facts about the wildlife. They will make sure you have a fun ride and enjoy the unique scenery.
Golf Academy and
The Hay (Nine-hole course)
Have you ever wanted to learn the basics of golf? If so, please join us for a fun afternoon of instruction and play with the pros. We will start at the Pebble Beach Golf Academy where the pros will share the fundamentals for both full swing (driving off the tee) and short game (putting and chipping). We will then continue with instruction while we play on The Hay which is Pebble Beach’s par 3 (nine-hole) golf course adjacent to the Golf Academy. Golf clubs and balls will be provided.
Land Rover Off-Roading Experience
Join us for this exciting opportunity to get behind the wheel of a Land Rover. Once we arrive, we will be met by our instructors and given an event briefing and off-road driving instruction. We will split into teams where each vehicle is a team competing against the other vehicle teams. The teams will have a few activities where we use the vehicles to compete, such as Trials and Blind Drive. The games are based on points and the objective is to have the least amount of points to be the winner. Each driver will be rotated equally so everyone will have the thrill of competing behind the wheel.
Kayaking
Stillwater Cove is truly a special place. Experience the spectacular views on our private kayak tour. We will be guided along the pristine waters of Stillwater Cove inside Pebble Beach and along the edges of the world-famous golf links! Your friendly guide provides a paddling orientation as well as an overview of the wildlife you might encounter. Dry suits will be provided to wear over your casual clothes. We will start at the pier at Stillwater Cove and venture out from there. Spectacular scenery awaits!
Monterey Bay Walking Food Tour
Discover the flavors and stories of Old Monterey on this guided walking food tour through California’s first capital. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, guests will stroll historic streets while enjoying tastings from a curated selection of local restaurants and artisan food makers, paired with surprising stories, little‑known history, and fun facts that bring Monterey’s past to life.
FAQs
Location & registration
Where is Capgemini SPARK 2026 being held?
The event will be held at the Inn at Spanish Bay in Pebble Beach, California, USA.
The Inn at Spanish Bay
2700 17-Mile Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953USA
(+1) (831) 647-7500
pebblebeach.com
How do I register?
Please click here to register.
For more information, please contact Melissa Mullaney at (+1) 973-557-8769 or email: mmullaney@esg.us.
Dates
When should I arrive?
You should plan on arriving no later than 3:00pm on Monday, September 28th.
When should I depart?
The session will end on Wednesday, September 30th with a departure lunch.
Travel & transport
How far is The Inn at Spanish Bay from major airports?
There are several airports you may use. Monterey Peninsula Airport is 20 minutes from the Inn at Spanish Bay. Most large carriers have flights into Monterey. In addition, San Jose International Airport is about 90 minutes north of the resort, while San Francisco International Airport is about 2 hours north.
How do I arrange for ground transfers to and from the airport?
If you would like to make arrangements for airport transfers you may contact Pebble Beach Transportation group. The costs will vary depending on your arrival/departure airport.
Transportation Group
Pebble Beach Resorts
Office (+1) (831) 649-7606
transportation@pebblebeach.com
Hotel accommodation
What are the arrangements for hotel accommodation?
Capgemini will provide accommodation for the nights of September 28 and September 29, 2026, with checkout on September 30, at the Inn at Spanish Bay.
Can I extend my stay at the hotel?
If you would like to extend your stay with an early arrival or a later departure, please contact Melissa Mullaney at (+1) 973-557-8769 or email: mmullaney@esg.us. The extra room night(s) will be billed to you. The last date to make changes to your hotel reservation is September 1, 2026.
Payment & costs
Should I pay for my stay at the hotel?
Your accommodation (room, tax, resort fee) will be provided by Capgemini for the nights of September 28 and September 29 (arrival September 28, departure September 30).
Do I pay for my travel and airport transfers?
Yes, all invitees are responsible for their own travel costs and any airport transfers.
Golf & other activities
How do I register for the golf outing at Pebble Beach?
While registering for the conference, select Golf under the activities and note your handicap or average score.
Will golf clubs be provided for the outing? What format is the tournament? Will we use caddies or carts?
We will be playing a shotgun scramble format on the Pebble Beach Golf Links and rental clubs will be available. Just let us know if you will need right or left handed clubs. We will use carts and forecaddies.
I don’t play golf. What other activities are available?
In addition to golf, we will offer several other activities. You may join us for one of the following: a private pickleball clinic, an electric bike tour of 17 Mile Drive, the Golf Academy and The Hay (9-hole course), kayaking in Stillwater Cove, a tour of Carmel wineries, an off-roading Land Rover experience, or a Monterey Bay walking food tour.
Dress code
What is the weather at Pebble Beach at in September?
Daytime temperatures on the Monterey Peninsula range from 50-75°F / 10-24°C year-round and vary throughout the day. Mornings are often foggy; afternoons are frequently balmy. It is best to dress in layers and carry a water-resistant wind shirt or jacket. Please note that it rarely rains between April and October.
What is the dress for meetings?
Business casual.
Contacts
Who should I contact for questions about registration or logistics?
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Melissa Mullaney at (+1) 973-557-8769 or email: mmullaney@esg.us.
Sponsors
Information coming soon…