Big Ideas, Real Impact.
Are You Prepared For The Future?
Experience some of the world’s leading keynote speakers and experts.
At FutureIdeas 2026, 8 dynamic speakers will deliver fast-paced 15-minute TEDx-style talks, sharing bold ideas and strategies on these critical topics:
Strategy and Managing Change
Technology/AI Business
Future Trends/Innovation
Leadership/Workforce
Mental Health/Human Potential
Future Ideas 2026 is a one-day, high-impact conference designed to equip association professionals with the foresight, frameworks, and tools needed to lead through disruption and drive innovation. Through a curated lineup of visionary thinkers and practical strategists, the program explores emerging trends, transformative technologies, and adaptive leadership practices.
Attendees will gain actionable insights to reimagine their business models, engage stakeholders in new ways, and create cultures that support experimentation and growth. Participant feedback highlights the event’s energizing format and relevance, describing it as “eye-opening, energizing, and unlike anything else” and “eight powerful ideas, one unforgettable experience.”
Join Us
April 14, 2026
9:00am - 2:00pm
Venue Six10
610 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Agenda
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Enjoy a continental breakfast and networking with colleagues before the event begins.
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Opening Remarks and Welcome.
Speakers:
Laura Gassner Otting
Shawn DuBravac
Sheri Jacobs
Frankie Russo
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Morning coffee break
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Speakers:
Michelle Anne Johnson
Barb Betts
Matthew Emerzian
Joe Delagrave
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Buffet lunch and networking
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Panel discussion on hot topics facing the association community
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Afternoon networking
“ Future Ideas Chicago is a must-attend event. Eye-opening, energizing, and unlike anything else out there.”
Lynda Bouchard, Past Chair,ASAE Board of Directors
“ Future Ideas DC changed the way I think. Eight world-class speakers, eight powerful ideas, one unforgettable experience.”
Christi Beatty, VP, Associate General Contractors