1682: the business of innovation conference

October 8, 2025
Barnes Foundation / Philadelphia, PA

OVERVIEW

About the conference

1682 explores the innovation landscape, with a focus on how AI is influencing profit + process, through behind-the-scenes demos and details. 1682 focuses on the real-world use of AI—what works, what doesn’t, and why. 

We’ll explore how organizations define success, measure impact, and scale solutions beyond abstract concepts. Through firsthand insights, we’ll tackle adoption challenges, execution hurdles, and key decisions that turn experiments into real business value.

  • "The 1682 Conference provided a collaborative and forward-thinking experience in a unique setting, leaving a lasting impact on all who attended. Our team was thrilled to participate, as O3 is leading the way in innovation for the region and beyond!"

    —JP Morgan

  • "The 1682 Conference was a powerful gathering of Philadelphia thought leaders diving deep into AI and how it could impact our businesses and people. The key insights and discussions will help set our strategy around AI in the coming years"

    –Scott Nissenbaum (President and CEO, Ben Franklin)

  • "Amazing day at the 1682 innovation conference hosted by our friends O3. Best Egg’s Mike Urban joined an insightful panel with Nate Gach moderated by April E. Walker, MBA, MS about navigating AI at the intersection of risk and regulation. There’s a shared interest in educating and partnering with regulators to ensure we deliver responsible AI."

    —Best Egg, Chief Strategy Officer 

  • "The 1682 Innovation Conference put on by O3 was a tremendously fun and informative experience."

    —Nate Gach, Director of Innovation at Independence Blue Cross

LOCATION

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TICKETS

Enjoy thoughtfully designed programming with breakfast, lunch, and coffee throughout the day. In the evening, join us for an elevated cocktail reception on the Walter and Leonore Annenberg Terrace—perfect for making meaningful connections. Your ticket also includes access to the renowned Barnes Foundation, with free on-site parking available on a first-come, first-served basis (72 spots).

Join us!

OUR ATTENDEES

1682 provides insights into how AI is influencing profit + process, through behind-the-scenes demos and details from business leaders and innovators who are driving the future of business transformation. It’s designed for executives, technology leaders, marketing leaders, product and design experts, venture capitalists, and startup founders looking to move beyond AI hype and gain real insights on strategy, implementation, and impact.

Whether you're shaping corporate innovation, investing in AI-driven solutions, or leading industry change, 1682 will deepen knowledge, connections, and actionable takeaways to help you stay ahead.

Who attends 1682

VENTURE AWARDS

Showcase your AI-driven startup for a chance to win $5,000 and receive strategic go-to-market consulting from O3! Submission deadline is October 1.

Pitch your AI innovation at 1682

    • Product and/or service must have a strong AI component

    • Must not exceed $500k in annual revenue

    • Must be a Philadelphia-based company

    • $5,000 one time prize

    • For a duration of (1) year — you’ll receive mentorship from 2 mentors from Philadelphia’s investor ecosystem

    • 20 hours of strategic go-to-market advice from O3 ($5,000 value)