How the day worked
One room. One shared conversation. Four areas of focus.
Browse the full program or use the filters below to explore the topics that matter most to you. Every session was part of one connected day, so attendees did not have to choose between competing conversations.
Business & Entrepreneurship
Workforce & Education
Policy, Governance & Emerging Technology
Frontline & Community Impact
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About the day
How the 2026 Summit came together.
Boxed lunch provided
Lunch was part of the day, with time built in to connect and recharge.
Phone or laptop
Attendees could follow the hands-on workshop on a phone or a laptop.
Hospitality and Resort Management Center
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Between Sessions
The day included built-in time to meet people, recharge and try something new.
AR/VR Experience
Attendees stepped into a hands-on AR/VR experience during selected breaks and lunch to see how emerging technology can move from idea to real-world application.
Connect & Recharge
Breaks gave attendees time to meet someone new, continue a conversation or simply reset before the next session.
The conversation continues.
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