Kick off the day with a continental breakfast—fresh coffee, pastries, fruit, and more—while connecting with fellow attendees. 
 

Fast Company editor-in-chief Brendan Vaughan and executive editor Amy Farley

Pete Docter, Chief Creative Officer, Pixar
Moderated by Brendan Vaughan, Editor-in-Chief, Fast Company

Go inside Pixar’s creative evolution as Pete Docter shares how the studio is reigniting its storytelling magic while staying true to its roots.

Priyanka Jain, Cofounder and CEO, Evvy and Katie Sturino, Founder, Megababe
Moderated by Yasmin Gagne, Staff Editor, Fast Company

Discover how bold entrepreneurs are breaking taboos and redefining leadership with humor, honesty, and innovation in overlooked markets.

Fuel up with fresh coffee, water, and an assortment of snacks to recharge before diving back into the day.

Annie Dean, Global Head of Team Anywhere, Atlassian; Fred Frenzel, Director of Project Management, HarperCollins Publishers and Lucas Puente, VP of Research, Slack
Moderated by Julianne Pepitone, Fast Company Custom Studio

Presented by Atlassian

Unlock actionable strategies to supercharge collaboration, cut through the noise, and help your team thrive in the fast-paced, AI-powered workplace.

François Nguyen, Chief Design and Experience Officer, SharkNinja and Gillian Zucker, CEO, Halo Sports and Entertainment
Moderated by Kc Ifeanyi, Executive Director of Editorial Programming, Fast Company

Uncover the secrets behind SharkNinja's design-driven success and how the Intuit Dome is revolutionizing the fan experience, making everyone feel like a VIP.

Kate Johnson, President and CEO, Lumen Technologies
Moderated by Julianne Pepitone, Fast Company Custom Studio

Presented by Lumen Technologies

Discover how telecom is shifting to cloud-native platforms, with insights on AI innovation and the future of digital equity.

Enjoy a seated lunch while engaging in insightful discussions with industry leaders. Take this opportunity to connect with peers and gain new and valuable perspectives.

Keith Mann, CMO, Pella; Alice Norsworthy, President of Global Marketing, Universal Destinations & Experiences 
Moderated by Ben Baer, Vice President and Executive Editor, Fast Company Custom Studio

Presented by Pella

When it comes to building a successful company, branding isn’t just a strategy—it’s a lifeline. Skilled marketers understand that emotional connection and storytelling are the key to lasting loyalty.

Kate Charles, Chief Strategy Officer and Laurie Lam, Chief Brand Officer, E.l.f. Beauty
Moderated by Kc Ifeanyi, Executive Director of Editorial Programming, Fast Company

Learn how E.l.f. Beauty and Oberland are tackling boardroom diversity with a bold campaign to increase representation of women and people of color by 2027.

Marc Lore, Founder and CEO of Wonder 
Moderated by Stephanie Mehta, CEO and Chief Content Officer, Mansueto Ventures

Join serial entrepreneur Marc Lore as he shares the secrets to scaling successful businesses, from Diapers.com to Jet.com and Wonder, and how to drive big growth in competitive markets.

Take a break with coffee and snacks. Also be sure to check out our photo wall and capture some MIC moments!

Tim McLaughlin, Dean, College of Performance, Visualization and Fine Arts, Texas A&M University and Mark Welsh III, President of Texas A&M University
Moderated by Julianne Pepitone, Fast Company Custom Studio

Presented by Texas A&M

Amid rapid technological transformation, education visionaries are skilling the next generation of talent for roles that don’t yet exist, to solve challenges we haven’t even imagined.

Randy Goldberg, Cofounder and Chief Brand Officer, Bombas and Annie Jackson, Cofounder and CEO, Credo Beauty 
Moderated by James Surowiecki, Journalist and Author

It may seem like the current administration single-handedly pulled the plug on stakeholder capitalism. But truthfully, it was sputtering for years. Fast Company's Summer cover story wrestles with this thorny topic.

Official summit programming ends at 3 PM. If you're joining us for the Gala, take this time to unwind and get ready before the doors open at 6:00 PM for the cocktail reception.

Take your moment on the red carpet, posing for Getty photographers as you enter the cocktail reception. Savor a selection of hors d'oeuvres and drinks in a buzzing, festive environment, creating the perfect prelude to the evening’s festivities.

Jay Graber, CEO, Bluesky Social; and Michael Huppe, President and CEO, SoundExchange

Enjoy a delectable three-course dinner with drinks, complemented by inspiring conversations with Jay Graber, CEO of Bluesky; and Michael Huppe, president and CEO of SoundExchange. The evening will be filled with vibrant entertainment, including jaw-dropping tricks from magician and mentalist Ryan Oakes, an Honoree Roll Call, a live DJ set from Grammy-nominated electro-funk duo Chromeo, and more. With a few special surprises in store, it's a night of celebration, recognition, and unforgettable memories.

Michael Huppe, President and CEO, SoundExchange
Moderated by Brendan Vaughan, Editor-in-Chief, Fast Company