September 18-19, 2025

Princeton, NJ | Nassau Inn & Grounds for Sculpture

X=Experience brings together leaders from academia and industry for thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and networking in eCommerce and business.

The Innovation Un‑conference

This September, NetElixir’s X=Experience returns to Princeton, NJ, bringing together top industry leaders and academic innovators for an exclusive, two-day summit designed to spark groundbreaking ideas and transformative strategies. Since its inception in 2013, X=Experience has been more than just an event—it’s a “brain spa” where creativity flows, collaborations thrive, and the future takes shape.

From exploring Einstein’s footsteps at Princeton University to engaging in immersive, classroom-style learning at the captivating Grounds for Sculpture, every detail is carefully curated to inspire out-of-the-box thinking and push the boundaries of possibility.

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Featured Speakers

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Anindya Ghose

Heinz Riehl Chair & Professor, NYU Stern
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Experimentation AI to Drive Topline Revenue

Udayan Bose

Cofounder and CEO, NetElixir
Cofounder and President, UDAAN
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Agenda

September 19 | 6:00 pm

Cocktail Hour, Entertainment and Seated Dinner

Nassau Inn

September 20 | 8:00 am 

Breakfast 

Rat’s Restaurant at the Grounds for Sculpture

September 20 | 12:00 pm 

Lunch and Walking Tour 

Rat’s Restaurant and the Grounds for Sculpture

September 20 | 2:30 pm 

InnovatHER Panel Disscussion

September 20 | 4:00 pm 

Closing Remarks and UDAAN Raffle

dinner and cocktail hour
Night One 𝝿
Welcome Reception
The X=Experience magic begins on Thursday, September 19th at 6:30 pm with a Welcome Reception at the historic Nassau Inn in Princeton, NJ. During Night One, network with fellow attendees while enjoying a cocktail reception, seated dinner and live entertainment. Notable Americans from Paul Revere to Albert Einstein have dined, lounged, and stayed at the Nassau Inn, and we invite you to share the spirit of their camaraderie.

We have a hotel block with a preferred rate at the Nassau Inn for those guests who wish to stay over to minimize their traveling for the main conference day.
Night One 𝝿
A Night in the Life of
Albert Einstein
At NetElixir, we take great inspiration from Albert Einstein and seek to emulate his endless curiosity, inquisitiveness, and perpetual learning. After the welcome reception, we invite you to join our team in a walking tour of Princeton University with the one and only – Mimi Omiecinski. Together, we’ll retrace Einstein’s footsteps {quite literally}, while learning about his influence on the town and Unviersity’s revolutionary history!
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View of Rat's Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture
The Un-conference 𝝿 Grounds for Sculpture
The main conference day – Friday, September 20th, will take place at the breathtaking Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, NJ. Founded by artist and philanthropist Seward Johnson, the Grounds for Sculpture is a 42 acre museum, garden and arboretum where art and nature are always at play. Midday we take a break from the classroom to enjoy a private guided tour of the grounds where more than 700 artists have displayed their work.
The Un-conference 𝝿
Rat’s Restaurant
Prior to the tour, a French country inspired breakfast and lunch will be provided onsite at the iconic Rat’s Restaurant. Named for the gregarious character in the Wind in the Willows, Rat’s is designed to make guests feel like they have stepped back in time to Claude Monet’s beloved town of Giverny. Rat’s has been named one of the most scenic restaurants in New Jersey and just this past May has been recognized by NJ.com for its excellent outdoor dining experience.

Empowering the Next Generation

Each year at X=Experience, we raise funds for the UDAAN Trust Flight Foundation through an onsite auction. Think AirBnB, Ray Ban, Sony and more! All tickets purchased are tax-deductible.

Since 2016, the UDAAN Trust has been sponsoring the high school and university education of underprivileged girls in India. Our students come from humble backgrounds, whose families live below the poverty line. Through UDAAN, our students are able to get on the right path to achieve their dreams and improve not just their lives, but those of their families and communities. Currently, 36 girls are enrolled in the program. Eight girls have graduated and six have earned job placements in top-tier multinational companies, increasing their household income by more than 280%.

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NetElixir believes that when great minds meet, magic happens! 𝝿

X=Experience, Rethinking Innovation is NetElixir’s signature Un-Conference that bridges the gap between academia and industry through thought leadership, knowledge sharing and networking among leaders in eCommerce and business.

Attendance is complimentary and space is limited to 40 guests, thus providing the ultimate experience. Request your complimentary invitation now! Questions, please email Emily Nelson, Senior Project Manager, at emily.nelson@netelixir.com.

The Un-conference 𝝿 Keynote Speakers
We’re committed to bringing together world-class speakers from diverse backgrounds. Our lineup of academic and industry experts share their insights, opinions, and strategies to help business leaders reimagine the future. Continue the learning at home, all attendees will receive signed copies of our featured speaker’s new books.
Hal Hershfield
Connecting to our Future Selves to Enhance our Personal and Professional Lives

Hal Hershfield is a Professor of Marketing, Behavioral Decision Making, and Psychology at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management and holds the UCLA Anderson Board of Advisors Term Chair in Management.

His research, which sits at the intersection of psychology and economics, examines the ways we can improve our long-term decisions. He earned his PhD in psychology from Stanford University.

Hershfield publishes in top academic journals and also contributes op-eds to the New York Times, Harvard Business Review, the Wall Street Journal, and other outlets. He consults with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, many financial services firms such as Fidelity, First Republic, Prudential, Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, and Avantis, and marketing agencies such as Droga5. The recipient of numerous teaching awards, Hershfield was named one of “The 40 Most Outstanding B-School Profs Under 40 In The World” by business education website Poets & Quants.

All attendees will receive a signed copy of his book,
Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today.
Jonah Berger
Magic Words: How to Harness the Power of Language

Jonah Berger is a Wharton School professor and internationally bestselling author of Magic Words, Contagious, Invisible Influence, and The Catalyst.

Dr. Berger is a world-renowned expert on natural language processing, change, word of mouth, influence, consumer behavior, and why things catch on. He has published over 80 articles in top‐tier academic journals, teaches one of the world’s most popular online courses, and popular outlets like The New York Times and Harvard Business Review often cover his work. Berger has keynoted hundreds of major conferences and events like SXSW and Cannes Lions, advises various early-stage companies, and consults for organizations like Apple, Google, Nike, Amazon, GE, Moderna, and The Gates Foundation.

Berger has been recognized with a number of awards for both scholarship and teaching, including various early career awards. He was named one of the top 30 leaders in business by the American Management Association and one of the most creative people in business by Fast Company magazine. His research has been featured multiple times in the New York Times Magazine’s “Year in Ideas” and Wharton gave him the Iron Professor award for awesome faculty research.

Udayan Bose
Innovating through AI and Experimentation
Udayan Bose, Founder & CEO of NetElixir, started the company with a vision to help retail businesses succeed online. Over 20 years later, NetElixir continues to drive exceptional results for clients through a combination of proprietary technology, strategic growth models, and expert campaign management services. With Udayan’s determination and persistence, NetElixir has connected 600+ retail clients to their customers around the world. His exclusive focus on the digital retail space has helped NetElixir become the de facto search marketing experts while partnering with industry leaders like UPS, Google, and Bing. Prior to NetElixir, Udayan was the Director of Business Development at PartyGaming. He regularly lectures MBA classes at Cornell University, Baruch College, and the Indian School of Business in Hyderabad, India. Udayan has been featured in many of the most prominent online journals, including The New York Times, Forbes, AdWeek, eMarketer, and Media Post, among others.
InnovatHER Panel Discussion
Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring trailblazing female entrepreneurs who have founded successful eCommerce brands. These innovative leaders will share their journeys, challenges, and insights on creating a brand and driving growth from the ground up.
Ulli Haslacher

Founder & CEO,
Pour Moi Skincare

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Margaret Nyamumbo

Founder & CEO,
Kahawa 1893

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Maeve Wang

Co-founder & CEO,
IAMBIC

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Naheed Adil

Co Founder & Chief Growth Officer
Chai Chief

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David Bell

Co-Founder and President,
Idea Farm Ventures
Panel Moderator

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