AI has left software. It is hitting the real world.
Silicon Valley AI Decision Journey
You translate AI into concrete decisions for your cost structure —
with measurable EBIT impact. Not innovation tourism.
8–12 June 2026 · By personal invitation only
Private program for Max. 7 European industrial owners or CEOs. Participation is selective.
The goal is not a full group — but the right circle.
The Journey is the starting point of an ongoing Circle of 7 — a confidential peer group of industrial owners working together on AI strategy and cost-structure decisions.
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1 — Reset your cost structure.
AI reduces downtime, waste, and coordination overhead. Measurable. In weeks — not years.
2 — Turn your data into revenue.
Your machine and process data is not a byproduct. It is your next business model.
3 — Decide faster than your competition.
You speak directly with the founders and investors building real systems — not about them. With them.
HOW IT WORKS
Preparation Masterclass — 2 months before
Your business question takes center stage. Tailored program & tech scouting.
5 Days Silicon Valley — 8–12 June
San Francisco · Palo Alto · Mountain View · San Jose. Up to 20 curated conversations with founders, investors and executives.
Implementation Masterclass — 2 months after
What you take home lands in your organization — not in a drawer.
WHAT PARTICIPANTS SAY
"A transformative experience that has lastingly expanded my understanding of leadership, culture, and the potential of AI." Christopher Schiehauer — Managing Director, WINTERSTEIGER Seedmech
"Perfectly organized, intensive learning journey that expands your horizon in every dimension." Markus Kraft — Director Global Procurement, HIRSCH Servo
Not a networking event. Not tech tourism.
Not an institutional delegation.
What you get out of it
This Journey is for decision‑makers who want clarity and impact — not inspiration. You leave with concrete answers to questions like:
– How do I adapt my strategy for the AI era?
– Where are real AI‑based business models being built?
– Where can 7‑figure savings be realized? What role will robotics and AI agents play?
– Which startups are worth a pilot or an investment?
Why Art of Life
Excellence over volume. Maximum 7 participants. No public marketing. No large groups.
Every detail is curated for depth, confidentiality, and real decisions. The goal is not inspiration, but decision clarity: concrete AI priorities, productivity applications, viable business models, and relevant investment options.
Who participates
Owners, board members, and managing directors with operational responsibility. By personal invitation only.
Voices from the Art of Life Learning Journey
Harold W. Kostka — Group CEO, WINTERSTEIGER Holding AG "Werner Sattlegger's perfectly organized program let us experience Silicon Valley up close. Inspiring insights into networking, startups, and the Stanford spirit made the journey unforgettable. An experience full of warmth and Californian charm."
Elisabeth Goerner — CEO, Goerner Packaging "A thoroughly successful journey with an incredible number of inspiring impressions. Excellently organized meetings with high-caliber contacts — Werner Sattlegger is a master of connection. Thank you for the good vibes!"
Markus Kraft — Director Global Procurement, HIRSCH Servo "Perfectly organized, intensive learning journey that expands your horizon in every dimension. Alongside the Silicon Valley contacts, the exchange and connection among participants is incredibly valuable."
Michael Petschnig — Authorized Officer, RPM "Going in, I didn't know what to expect — and I'll admit I've always been skeptical of paid, organized events, because they often fail to deliver on their promises. This was the opposite: underpromise and overdeliver. The high-caliber meetings and the deliberately open format were a perfect fit for an experience like this. I didn't just learn and see new things — I also grew professionally, thanks to the outstanding group of people and a format perfectly designed for co-creation."
Christoph König — Managing Director, Kollitsch "The Art of Life Learning Journey was enormously inspiring — a reminder to think big and in terms of possibilities, and a completely new perspective on digitalization. More than a recommendation: you have to be there in person to experience the spirit and the mindset."
Stefan Murauer — FILL "The expert talks with personalities from the most diverse backgrounds and roles are what make this journey truly unique — relaxed, open exchange in an informal atmosphere, focused on the topics that matter most to participants. Thank you for the perfect organization."