Innovation imperative: Learn innovation through emerging technologies
Innovation imperative: Learn innovation through emerging technologies
Dates: 12 – 25 July 2026
Location: San Jose & San Francisco, USA
Program language: English
Tuition Fee: 4.900 EUR (check below for discounted prices)
Course name: Innovation imperative: Learn innovation through emerging technologies
By joining ABC Silicon Valley, you will learn from professors and guest speakers with first-hand knowledge of what it takes to be successful in business. You will learn about disruptive technology trends, the importance of Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists (VC) and how to embrace an innovative mindset.
You will work with like-minded aspiring entrepreneurs in teams to perfect your startup idea and learn how to successfully pitch it to potential investors. Developing an elevator pitch is an invaluable experience that you can apply to any aspect of your life and career. It will teach you how to extract the most important parts of your ideas and present them in an enticing way.
Mentors and guest speakers
Learn from the world’s top companies
Education for the 21st century
Day trip to San Francisco
How do I apply and reserve my spot at ABC Silicon Valley?
- Applications are open via the Application Form until 31 May 2026 or until all places are filled
- Book your online meeting with the ABC Team
- Show your motivation to join ABC Silicon Valley and ask any questions you might have about the program
- Get confirmation about your attendance at ABC Silicon Valley
- Pay your Admission Fee (150 EUR) and reserve your spot!
If you have any additional questions, please check out the Frequently Asked Questions page, or contact us at office@abcbootcamps.com!
Tuition Fees
What is included in the Tuition Fee?
Admission Fee
On-campus housing
Welcome package
Lectures, seminars, and workshops
Course materials
Networking
Company visits
Certificate of Completion
24/7 assistance from ABC Team
Exclusive access to the ABC Alumni network and the possibility to become part of the ABC Team
Organized day trip to San Francisco that you will remember for the rest of your life
Optional extras that you can book with ABC
Extracurricular activities
More details
Lead Instructor
Laszlo Gyorffy, M.S. is Founder of LBG Innovate, an international consulting and training firm headquartered in Silicon Valley. He is the former VP. of Global Services for IdeaScale, President of the Enterprise Development Group, and Manager for Deloitte US. For over 27 years, he has worked with organizations to expand the possible; helping them innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. Laszlo is an accomplished speaker and co-author of Creating Value with CO-STAR: An Innovation Tool for Perfecting and Pitching your Brilliant Idea as well as the Global Innovation Science Handbook. He is a certified instructional designer and trainer and has delivered transformational programs like the Innovation Advantage to client organizations such as the BBC, BP, Cigna Healthcare, Discovery Communications, Homeland Security, Hewlett Packard, Kaiser Permanente, Panera Bread, Phillips, Swisscom, Swiss Post, Stanford University, UniCredit, Universal Music Group and many more.
Company Visits
Modern business education demands a modern approach. Experience business innovation first-hand and learn from the world’s elite. How does visiting Google sound? Perhaps Apple? Or would you rather see Adobe, Pinterest, or Stanford University? Reserve your spot now!
Elevator Pitch Competition
Competition is at the heart of innovation. Aspiring entrepreneurs compete to secure investments and growth opportunities aligned with their vision. To come out on top, you need to learn how to distill your idea and present it in an elegant, simple and effective manner. Participants of ABC Silicon Valley will be divided into teams to simulate a real business competition for investments. The group with the best elevator pitch for their idea will earn the prestigious ABC Silicon Valley Certificate of Excellence – and possibly real investor interest, who knows?!
Free Time
You can always find something to admire under the California sun, whether it is the art of San Jose’s vibrant downtown or the dreamy beaches of California’s coast. Our day trip to San Francisco is included in the tuition fee. We will visit the Golden Gate Bridge, ride the famous cable cars, and immerse ourselves in the always-bustling Pier 39. San Francisco is waiting for you…
ABC BootCamps
ABC BootCamps, established in 2014, offers summer programs in Toronto and Silicon Valley. We provide students and young professionals with practical business skills through workshops, mentorship, and company visits.