Bohemian Grove Guest List Reveals Surprising Attendees, Lack of Tech Elite

Leaked list shows presence of some high-profile figures, but notable absence of Silicon Valley titans.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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A leaked guest list from the 2023 Bohemian Grove retreat in Monte Rio, California has revealed some surprising attendees, including figures like Conan O'Brien and Jim Belushi, as well as a noticeable lack of prominent tech industry leaders. The annual gathering of the exclusive Bohemian Club, which counts industry titans, politicians, and entertainers among its members, has long been a source of fascination and speculation.

Why it matters

The Bohemian Grove retreat is shrouded in secrecy, with the club's activities and membership closely guarded. The leaked guest list provides a rare glimpse into who attends the event, shedding light on the power dynamics and social circles of the country's elite. The absence of major tech figures is also noteworthy, potentially suggesting a divide between old-money and new-money power brokers.

The details

The guest list, obtained by independent journalist Daniel Boguslaw, includes expected attendees such as former Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, former New York City mayor Mike Bloomberg, and conservative donor Charles Koch. However, it notably lacks many of the tech industry's biggest names, with only former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and venture capitalist Brook H. Byers making the list. The list also includes some surprising names, such as comedian Conan O'Brien, documentarian Ken Burns, and actor Jim Belushi.

  • The Bohemian Grove retreat takes place annually over a two-week period in the summer.

The players

Bohemian Club

A San Francisco-based gentlemen's club first organized in 1872, known for its annual retreats to the Bohemian Grove in Monte Rio, California.

Daniel Boguslaw

An independent journalist who obtained and published the leaked 2023 Bohemian Grove guest list.

Eric Schmidt

Former CEO of Google, who was included on the 2023 Bohemian Grove guest list.

Brook H. Byers

A senior partner at the Silicon Valley investment firm Kleiner Perkins, who was included on the 2023 Bohemian Grove guest list.

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What they’re saying

“I'm confident in my reporting. I'd like to see [the Bohemian Grove] try to fuck with me.”

— Daniel Boguslaw, Independent Journalist (San Francisco Standard)

The takeaway

The leaked Bohemian Grove guest list highlights the continued fascination with the activities and membership of this exclusive society, even as its influence may be waning. The absence of many tech titans suggests a potential divide between old-money and new-money power brokers, raising questions about the changing dynamics of the country's elite.