HUB Immersions · September 8, 2026

Explore French's leading innovation venues, guided by our experts

Half-day field visits in small groups, each decoded by a HUB Institute analyst.

6immersions to choose from
15–20participants per group
½ daymorning or afternoon
Venues visited

Bois-Colombes (92275) 14h · 16h30

IBM Innovation Studio Paris : A Deep Dive into the World of AI

Themes: Quantum / Data & Ai / Smart Green Palett / Agents / Automatisation / Infrastructure hybride

  • Explore the IBM Innovation Studio Paris, a space dedicated to artificial intelligence and technological innovation
  • An in-depth look at IBM’s technologies through hands-on demonstrations
  • Engage with IBM experts on AI innovations, real-world use cases, and business transformations
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Paris 3e 9h · 12h30
Walking tour in Paris

Food Tour  The Latest Food Trends for 2026

Themes: Consumption, Food & Experience

  • Immersive tour at the heart of concepts redefining consumer expectations
  • Decoding the major food trends of 2026: lifestyle coffee shops, premium sandwiches, viral desserts, single-product concepts, hybrid formats
  • Analysis of weak signals and emerging models with HUB Institute experts
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Villeneuve-d'Ascq (Lille) 14h · 17h30

At the heart of the new Leroy Merlin store in Villeneuve-d’Ascq

Themes: Retail Innovation, Data & Customer Journey Transformation

  • A tour of the new Leroy Merlin store in Villeneuve-d'Ascq (Lille) and an exploration of its innovative initiatives
  • Insights on data usage and ongoing transformations in the retail sector
  • Exclusive keynote from the HUB Institute on the impact of AI and data on the future of commerce
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Saint-Denis (93) 14h · 17h30

Discover SNCF’s Lab 574, the group’s innovation lab

Themes: Mobility, Innovation & Digital Transformation

  • Immersive visit of Lab 574 and discovery of SNCF Group's innovation approach
  • Discovery of projects supporting the transformation of professions, services and passenger journeys
  • Exclusive keynote from the HUB Institute on the major trends shaping the future of mobility
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Malakoff (92) 9h · 12h30

Discover AXA France’s Customer Room, a space dedicated to customers

Themes: Customer Experience, User Journeys & Service Culture

  • Discover the AXA France Customer Room, an immersive space dedicated to understanding client expectations and emotions
  • Experiential journey — "know, live, feel" — around the key moments of the client relationship
  • Exclusive keynote from the HUB Institute on trends and innovations in customer experience
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Paris 13e 9h · 12h30

Station F: immersion in Europe's largest startup campus

Themes: Sustainable Innovation & Responsible Performance

  • Immersive visit of Station F
  • Meet four startups specializing in ESG, climate, compliance, and the circular economy, supported by the HEC Paris Incubator
  • Exclusive keynote from the HUB Institute on drivers of responsible growth, compliance, and measuring environmental impact
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Paris 3e 14h · 17h30
Store tour

Retail Tour : Data, AI, and New Customer Experiences

Themes: Retail Innovation, Community & Personalisation

  • Visit a selection of iconic stores: AMI Paris, Sézane, Polène, Nike, Gentle Monster, Axel Arigato and Merci
  • Analysis of best practices in clienteling, omnichannel, loyalty and immersive experience
  • Decoding retail trends shaping the commerce of tomorrow
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