The Event Leaders Exchange (ELX) has confirmed the speaker line-up for its Annual Congress 2026, taking place at The Venetian Resort, Las Vegas, from 27–30 July 2026.
The Annual Congress brings together a curated group of senior corporate event leaders for three days of closed-door discussion focused on the strategic role of events within large organizations.
This year’s theme, The Business of Events, reflects the increasing expectation for event leaders to operate as commercial and strategic drivers. Discussions will focus on how events contribute to revenue, brand impact, and organizational performance.
“The speaker line-up reflects where event leadership is today. These are leaders operating at the intersection of business, brand, and innovation, sharing how they are driving measurable impact inside complex organizations,” said Chloe Richardson, Head of Content at ELX.
Confirmed contributors include:
- Courtney Hutchison, Head of WW Events and Engagement, Amazon
- Jimmy Knowles, Global Head of Experiential, Canva
- Mary Fehrnstrom, VP, Experience Marketing, Workday
- Keri Ibbitson, Director of Scientific Engagements and Events, Dahner
- Chris Johnson, Director - Global Travel, Enterprise Events, and Sports Partnerships, Land O’Lakes
- Lori Allen, Vice President, Global Events, MetLife
- Krystina Enquist, AVP, Global Head of Meetings & Events, Manulife
- Colleen Bisconti, VP Events and Experiences, IBM
- Jasmin Dave, Senior Director, Global Events, NVIDIA
- Ryan Hayes, Associate Director of Strategic Client Events, Winston & Strawn
- Katherine LaMacchia, Managing Director, Director of Corporate Events, Baird
- Sarah Reed, Global Event Leader
- Adele Durham, Senior Director, Global Events, Veeam Software
- Angela King, Director, Event Marketing, Databricks
Sessions will address key priorities shaping event leadership, including AI adoption, measurement, commercial accountability, talent development, and operational resilience.
All discussions will operate under Chatham House Rule to support candid, peer-led exchange.
For more information or to request a membership invitation, visit www.eventleaders.com