SEPTEMBER 14-17, 2026 | NYC
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Fast Company Innovation Festival 2026 | NYC Sept 14-17

WHAT IS THE INNOVATION FESTIVAL?

Four days of innovation and insight brought to you by the influential leaders, innovative companies, and creative thinkers working to design the future. From thought-provoking panels to behind-the-scenes company tours, there’s something for everyone.

speakers

Hear from the inspiring luminaries and influential leaders shaping the future of technology, business, and innovation.
No
Morgan Wiley Howland, VP of Digital Innovation, Union Square Hospitality Group Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Morgan Wiley Howland
VP of Digital Innovation
Union Square Hospitality Group
No
Alicia Yoon, Founder and CEO, Peach & Lily Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Alicia Yoon
Founder and CEO
Peach & Lily
Yes
Ziad Ahmed, VP, Head of Next Gen, United Talent Agency Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Ziad Ahmed
VP, Head of Next Gen
United Talent Agency
Yes
Rati Sahi Levesque, President and CEO, The RealReal Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Rati Sahi Levesque
President and CEO
The RealReal
Yes
David Guggina, President and CEO, Walmart U.S. Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 David Guggina
President and CEO
Walmart U.S.
Yes
Scott Brown, Founder and CEO, Second Rodeo Productions Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Scott Brown
Founder and CEO
Second Rodeo Productions
Yes
Sean Sherman, Founder and CEO, NATIFS and the Sioux Chef Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Sean Sherman
Founder and CEO
NATIFS and the Sioux Chef
Yes
Sherry Sanger, EVP of Strategy and Marketing, Penske Transportation Solutions Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Sherry Sanger
EVP of Strategy and Marketing
Penske Transportation Solutions
Yes
Melis Del Rey, CEO and Board Director, Supergoop Festival, NYC Business Conference 2026 Melis Del Rey
CEO and Board Director
Supergoop

what we explore

EMERGING TECHNOLOGY

The breakthroughs reshaping business, creativity, and everyday life.

LEADERSHIP AND THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS

How today’s most influential leaders navigate transformation.

CREATIVITY, CULTURE, AND BRAND

Where design, storytelling, and culture drive innovation.

THE HUMAN SIDE OF INNOVATION

Ideas shaping how people work, live, and thrive.

ATTENDEES SAY IT BEST

“The Fast Company Innovation Festival is an epic, immersive experience. You get hands-on, practical insights from approachable, collaborative leaders who are living the definition of innovation."

-John patton, ceo, street charity

COMPANIES THAT HAVE ATTENDED

microsoft amazon google meta platforms NVIDIA IBM SAP ADOBE microsoft amazon google meta platforms NVIDIA IBM SAP ADOBE
salesforce tencent walmart The Coca-Cola Company PepsiCo Unilever Chipotle Mexican Grill LVMH salesforce tencent walmart The Coca-Cola Company PepsiCo Unilever Chipotle Mexican Grill LVMH
Gucci Ralph Lauren Chanel lululemon Netflix NBCUniversal Paramount Global Interpublic Group WPP Gucci Ralph Lauren Chanel lululemon Netflix NBCUniversal Paramount Global Interpublic Group WPP
microsoft amazon google microsoft amazon google
meta platforms NVIDIA IBM meta platforms NVIDIA IBM
SAP ADOBE Salesforce Tencent Walmart SAP ADOBE Salesforce Tencent Walmart
The Coca-Cola Company PepsiCo Unilever Chipotle Mexican Grill The Coca-Cola Company PepsiCo Unilever Chipotle Mexican Grill
LVMH Gucci Ralph Lauren Chanel LVMH Gucci Ralph Lauren Chanel
lululemon Netflix NBCUniversal lululemon Netflix NBCUniversal
Paramount Global Interpublic Group WPP Paramount Global Interpublic Group WPP

ONE HUB. CITYWIDE EXPERIENCES.

The Fast Company Innovation Festival spans New York City with one central hub and experiences across the city.

THE HUB AT CONVENE

225 Liberty St., Downtown Manhattan
The Innovation Festival home base. Every panel, workshop, activation, and networking moment, all in one space.

ACROSS THE CITY

Beyond the hub, the festival spills into the city itself for unmatched experiences. Fast Tracks take you directly inside the companies reshaping industries. Taste of Innovation dinners put you at the table with the people making it happen.

Build Your Authority and Community

Connect with a community of senior executives to amplify your influence and build your network. As a member of the Fast Company Executive Board, you’ll master the art of thought leadership alongside other innovative leaders.

Lead the Conversations That Matter

Join a global collective of C-suite executives dedicated to solving the world’s most pressing challenges through collaborative innovation. Amplify your thought leadership and forge high-level connections at exclusive live events and strategic roundtables throughout the year.