CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF INNOVATION

In its tenth year, the 2024 Fast Company Innovation Festival unfolds in venues throughout New York City, convening thousands of makers and innovators from across the globe—exceptional leaders and doers shaping the future—for four days of inspired conversation, purposeful networking, and meaningful takeaways.

SPEAKERS


Brian Hlavinka
VP, Digital Transformation and Procurement
Williams

Jilly Stephens
CEO
City Harvest

Jan Cieslikiewicz
Cofounder
Parlor Social Club

Kayvon Modjarrad
Executive Director of Vaccine R&D
Pfizer

Tamara Muruetagoiena
VP of Sustainability
International Fresh Produce Association

Joke Aerts
Head of Credible Scaling, Tony's Open Chain
Tony's Chocolonely

Deborah Jean
Chef
Resident

David Hogg
Cofounder and President
Leaders We Deserve

Kevin Lata
Cofounder and Executive Director
Leaders We Deserve

Stephanie Ruhle
Host of The 11th Hour and NBC News Senior Business Analyst

Highlights from Past Innovation Festivals

A BUSTLING HUB

What happens when thousands of creatives gather in one place? The energy is impossible to contain. At the festival hub, expect one-of-a-kind experiences, dynamic discussions, and powerful networking.

ENGAGING WORKSHOPS

Learn from the trailblazers changing the way we work so that you can work—and live—smarter. Engage with experts whose visionary ideas fuel better companies, careers, and teams.

IMMERSIVE FAST TRACKS

Fast Company’s bespoke take on the field trip, Fast Tracks give you insider access to some of the most dynamic companies, studios, and buzzed-about startups in New York City.

BOLD TALKS AND PANELS

Get inspired by the biggest names in tech, design, leadership, creativity, and beyond.

TASTE OF INNOVATION DINNERS

Taste of Innovation is a series of exclusive culinary experiences showcasing the people, foods, libations, and stories that make for an unforgettable meal. Intimate. Provocative. Delicious.

PARTIES, NETWORKING, AND MORE

Meet and mingle with new friends working in tech, design, creativity, fashion, sustainability, healthcare, and more for the festival opening party, daily cocktail hours, surprise experiences, and so much more!

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