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Agenda

We are diligently working on crafting an engaging and insightful agenda for USA TODAY’s Top Workplaces 2026 event in Nashville. Stay tuned as we finalize dynamic speakers, thought-provoking discussions, and exciting opportunities to celebrate workplace excellence!

Keynote Speakers

Our keynote speakers at USA TODAY’s Top Workplaces 2026 will deliver powerful insights and inspiring stories, offering actionable strategies to drive innovation, enhance workplace culture, and shape the future of work. Get ready for impactful talks from leading voices in the industry—stay tuned for speaker reveals!

 

2025 Keynote Speakers:

  • Jason Lauritsen

    • Performance is Cultivated, not Managed​

  • Duncan Wardle​

    • Embedding Culture of Innovation & Creativity into Everyone's DNA​

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Break Out Sessions

Our breakout session speakers at USA TODAY’s Top Workplaces 2026 will lead focused, interactive discussions on Human Resources, Marketing, Leadership, and other highly relevant topics in today’s workplace. These experts will provide actionable strategies and real-world solutions to help you enhance your workplace culture and drive success. Stay tuned for more on our breakout session lineup!

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2025 Breakout Sessions

  • 3 unique sessions times, each consisting of 3 individual sessions to choose from

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Networking Opportunities

USA TODAY’s Top Workplaces 2026 will offer incredible networking opportunities, allowing you to connect with industry leaders, innovators, and peers. Engage in meaningful conversations, build valuable relationships, and exchange ideas that will inspire collaboration and growth. Don’t miss the chance to expand your professional network!

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Entertainment

Get ready for an unforgettable experience with exciting entertainment at USA TODAY’s Top Workplaces 2026! From live performances to interactive activities, we’re curating a lineup that will keep you energized and engaged throughout the event. Stay tuned for more details on the entertainment you won’t want to miss!

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2025 Entertainment Main Show

  • Exclusive Blue Man Group Private Show

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Top Workplace Leader Panels

Our expert panels at USA TODAY’s Top Workplaces 2026 will bring together thought leaders from various industries to share diverse perspectives on the future of work. These dynamic discussions will offer valuable insights and innovative ideas to help drive success and elevate workplace culture.

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​2025 Panel Topics

  • The Future of Work

  • Adapting to Change and Disruption

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Award Celebrations

The USA TODAY’s Top Workplaces 2026 conference will feature multiple award celebrations throughout the event, including special recognition for 5-year milestone awards and the highly anticipated USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2026 honors. Join us in celebrating workplace excellence, innovation, and the outstanding teams that are making a lasting impact across industries!

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2025 Awards

  • USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2025 Award

  • USA TODAY Leadership Award

  • USA TODAY Social Responsibility Award

  • USA TODAY Inclusion and Belonging Award

  • USA TODAY 5 Year Milestone Award

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2025 Highlights

Top Workplaces USA 2026 National Conference Cancellation Policy

All Conference Passes are contingent upon your organization receiving the USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2026 Award. If your organization does not receive the award, your Conference Registration will be canceled without penalty.

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​All cancellation request must be submitted in writing via email to justin.libak@usatoday.com.

 

Confirmed registrants may cancel and receive a full refund minus a $150 cancellation fee for general attendees through February 27, 2026. Cancellation request received from February 28, 2026 through March 20, 2026 are nonrefundable but can be transferred to another member within your organization. Cancellations on or after March 21, 2026 are nonrefundable and transfers are not permitted.    

 

Attendees who do not attend the event and/or do not contact USA TODAY/Gannett via written correspondence by the dates above will be responsible for the full attendee registration fee. If the conference is cancelled, USA TODAY/Gannett is not responsible for any penalty incurred by purchasing a nonrefundable airline ticket or related costs.  


Notice of Filming statement: 

By entering this event and by your presence here, you consent to be photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded. Your entry constitutes your consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the universe in perpetuity, of your appearance, voice and name for any purpose whatsoever in connection with USA TODAY National Top Workplaces Awards Summit.  You understand that all photography, filming and/or recording will be done in reliance on this consent given by you by entering this area. If you do not agree to the foregoing, please do not enter this area. Holder releases and waives each of Gannett Co., Inc., USA TODAY Network, the facility, vendors and participants, and their respective affiliates and representatives from any and all loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by Holder or damage to any of his/her property, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, or otherwise, while attending and/or participating in the Event, or while in, on or upon the premises where the Event is being conducted. HOLDER VOLUNTARILY ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISKS OF LOSS, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, that may be sustained by Holder, or any loss or damage of property owned by Holder, as a result of participating in the Event, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE.

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*Policy subject to change

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