Join Ascend North Texas for our 2026 Inspiring Across Generations (IAG) Conference!

IAG is where emerging and established leaders come together to learn, connect, and grow. This year's theme, Leadership Meets Innovation, explores where human-centered leadership and bold innovation intersect, empowering attendees to navigate change, inspire others, and drive meaningful impact.

Admission

• Students: $50

• Members: $125

• Non-Members: $140

Agenda

• 8:30 - 9:20: Morning Networking / Breakfast / Registration

• 9:35 - 9:40: IAG Opening Remarks - Forward with Purpose: Where Leadership Meets Innovation.

• 9:40- 9:45: BNSF Remarks

• 9:45- 10:45: Panel #1: Generational Synergy in Innovation

• 10:45-11:00: Break

• 11:00-12:00: Panel #2: Human-centered leadership

• 12:00-12:45: Recognition Ceremony

• 12:45 - 2:15: Networking Lunch Break

  • Emerging Technology Breakout

  • "ERG-BRG - Fish Bowl"

• 2:30-3:30: Panel #3: Navigating the mid-career cross-roads

• 2:45-3:15: Recognition Ceremony

• 3:35-3:40: Individual Award/Volunteer Recognition

• 3:40-3:45: Closing Remarks
  

Attire: Business Casual

Don't miss North Texas' premier gathering for executive networking and leadership development. Join us to connect, innovate, and accelerate your career!

Registration closes on Monday, October 5th. Be sure to secure your spot!

Event Time Zone: Central Time

Please read the Ascend Terms of Registration and Participation carefully.