Summer camp is back in session — if your bunkmates run the world's biggest tech and media companies.
Tech CEOs are descending on Sun Valley, Idaho, as the annual Allen & Co. conference kicks off on Tuesday.
Known as "summer camp for billionaires," the invite-only gathering is expected to draw leaders from Amazon, Apple, Meta, OpenAI, and other major media companies. Though discussions among invitees are kept confidential, Tim Armstrong, the CEO of Flowcode, previously told Business Insider that AI was the "1,000-pound gorilla" in "every conversation, every meeting" at last year's conference.
Hundreds of private jets, bringing some of the world's most influential executives, have been flocking to the mountain resort since Monday. Tim Burke, director of the Sun Valley Friedman Memorial Airport, told Business Insider he expects between 300 and 350 aircraft each day of the conference, more than four times the typical traffic.
Here are the CEOs and billionaires we've spotted in Sun Valley so far.
David Zaslav, President and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery, waves at the camera
Zaslav arrived as Warner Bros. Discovery weighs major strategic changes after announcing plans to split into two stand-alone public companies, separating its streaming and studio business from its traditional cable networks.
Jerry Yang, former CEO of Yahoo, arrives at the conference
The Yahoo cofounder remains a prominent investor through AME Cloud Ventures, backing AI and enterprise technology startups. Yang has become a regular fixture at Sun Valley as AI has emerged as the dominant topic among tech leaders.
Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, walks past reporters after arriving
Barra is steering GM through a slower-than-expected transition to electric vehicles while expanding its lineup of hybrid models. The automaker has also been investing heavily in autonomous driving and software as competition intensifies.
Bret Taylor, chairman of OpenAI, arrives at the Sun Valley Lodge
Taylor chairs OpenAI's board while also leading Sierra, the AI startup he cofounded that builds customer service agents for businesses. His appearance comes as AI investment, infrastructure costs, and enterprise adoption remain top themes at this year's conference.
Neal Mohan, CEO of YouTube, walks with a hot drink in hand
Mohan oversees YouTube as it continues to dominate streaming watch time and expand its business around Shorts, podcasts, and AI-powered creator tools. The platform remains a key player in the battle for digital advertising and entertainment audiences.
Bob Iger, former CEO of The Walt Disney Company, arrives at the annual gathering
Iger stepped down as Disney CEO in March after handing the reins to Josh D'Amaro, ending his second stint leading the entertainment giant. He remains a senior advisor and Disney board member through the end of 2026.
Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, checks into the lodge
Sarandos leads Netflix as the streaming giant continues to invest in live events, advertising, and sports programming while maintaining its lead over traditional media rivals. Netflix remains a central player in conversations about the future of entertainment.
Ken Langone, cofounder of Home Depot, is greeted by Zaslav upon arrival
The billionaire investor and Home Depot cofounder remains an influential voice in corporate America and philanthropy. Langone frequently weighs in on the economy, politics, and business leadership.
Barry Diller, chairman and senior executive of IAC, arrives on a bike
Arriving on a bike as he did in previous years, the veteran conference attendee has spent decades shaping the media industry through companies including IAC, Expedia, and Match Group.
Rob Manfred, MLB Commissioner, steps out of a van
Manfred is overseeing MLB's efforts to expand streaming distribution and modernize the league's media business, as sports rights remain among the entertainment industry's most valuable assets.
John Henry, principal owner of Fenway Sports Group, heads into the lodge
Henry oversees Fenway Sports Group, whose portfolio includes the Boston Red Sox, Liverpool FC, and the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Kevin Warsh, chair of the Federal Reserve, arrives in a suit
Warsh arrived in Sun Valley just weeks after taking over as chair of the Federal Reserve, replacing Jerome Powell. He's taking over at a pivotal moment for the economy, with investors watching how he approaches inflation, interest rates, and the Fed's independence.
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi is seen chatting with Wendi Murdoch, former wife of Rupert Murdoch
Khosrowshahi is steering Uber into its next phase as the company expands beyond rides into AI and autonomous vehicles. The CEO has been positioning Uber as a potential backbone for the future of self-driving transportation.
Wendi Murdoch, the ex-wife of media mogul Rupert Murdoch, returns to Sun Valley as a longtime attendee. She's been investing in startups through her venture firm and remains connected to Silicon Valley and global business leaders.
Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies, flashes a peace sign
Karp leads Palantir as the defense software company expands its AI business across government and commercial customers. The outspoken CEO has emerged as one of Silicon Valley's most vocal figures on AI.
Josh D'Amaro, CEO of Disney, is seen chatting with Michael Kives, cofounder and managing partner of K5 Global
D'Amaro is attending his first Sun Valley conference as Disney CEO after succeeding Bob Iger in March. He takes the helm as Disney focuses on streaming profitability, AI, and the expansion of its theme parks and entertainment businesses.
Kives arrives as one of Hollywood and Silicon Valley's well-connected investors. Before co-founding K5 Global, he spent more than a decade as a talent agent at Creative Artists Agency and has built K5 into a venture firm known for backing tech companies.
Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, is seen walking with John Ternus, incoming CEO of Apple
Cook arrives as he prepares to step down as Apple's CEO after nearly 15 years at the helm. He will hand the role to Apple hardware chief John Ternus in September while remaining with the company as executive chairman.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, waves as he walks into the conference
Altman arrives as OpenAI continues its push to build the next generation of AI systems while expanding its business beyond ChatGPT. The CEO is helping lead one of the biggest technology races in decades as the company looks toward filing an IPO.
