Fall 2025

OCTOBER 6-8, 2025

Renaissance Legacy West
Plano, TX

Event Details

October 6-8, 2025

Mark your calendars—DSU Fall 2025 returns October 6–8 in Plano, Texas! This premier event brings together the top minds in direct selling for two days of insight, innovation, and real-world strategies. Our invite-only CEO Forum will be on October 6, 2025.

You can expect a best-in-class speaker line-up, in-demand topics and the best networking in the channel for executives. Don't miss this truly unforgettable experience!

DSU is exclusively designed for and limited to active corporate direct selling executive employees. Registration is free.

Speakers

Learn from the industry pioneers, seasoned executives and visionary leaders who are shaping direct selling. Our speakers are poised to ignite inspiration, spark meaningful dialogue and provide actionable insights to propel your business to new heights.

More speaker announcements coming soon!

STUART JOHNSON

Direct Selling News
Founder & CEO

Observations on the Channel

Stuart will bring a clear-eyed overview of the current market landscape and a roadmap for how the channel can move forward.

SPEAKER BIO:
Stuart Johnson has served the direct selling industry for 36 years. His passion for the channel encompasses a broader commitment to build and connect the direct selling community through exclusive industry events such as Direct Selling University and the DSN Global Celebration. Stuart is arguably the most connected person in direct selling, building and growing a network of executives, thought leaders, strategists and innovators. His advice and counsel are sought after by leaders throughout the channel.

BRETT DUNCAN

Strategic Choice Partners
Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Event Emcee

Back by popular demand, Brett returns as emcee—bringing his insight to every session as he guides us through the DSU experience.

SPEAKER BIO:
Brett is a founding partner with Strategic Choice Partners, and an experienced executive specializing in marketing, communications and digital strategic consulting.

He began at the entry level of the marketing department at AdvoCare, International in 2002, rising to the position of Marketing Manager before he left in 2007. In 2009, he joined Mannatech as Sr. Director of Global Online Solutions. He was then promoted to Vice President of Global Marketing in 2011.

For many years, Brett’s vision was to create a business that helps direct selling companies energize their ideas. In March 2014, he started his own firm built on that very premise, and it quickly evolved into Strategic Choice Partners. It’s a business development firm built specifically to help direct selling companies make their ideas happen, and happen faster. It’s about energizing your ideas with the insights and expertise to construct the right plan, build the right team and execute with excellence.

AL BALA

Mannatech
Board Advisor & Author of The Motivation Equation

The Motivation Equation

Al will offer a deep dive into personal development based on his new book, The Motivation Equation, focused on purpose, mindset and growth.

SPEAKER BIO:
Al joined Mannatech in October 2007 and was named CEO in August 2015. In addition to more than 40 years of domestic and international experience in network marketing, Al’s proven record includes growing a major direct sales organization to $750 million, reaching more than one million people in 60 countries. He is conversant and/or fluent in more than 13 languages.

BRICK BERGESON

Chief Revenue Officer
Color Street

Panelist: Affiliate Panel

SPEAKER BIO:
Color Street believes one brilliant idea can change everything and is on a mission to revolutionize the beauty industry with innovative, category-creating products that empower individuals to express themselves in full color.

A champion of the industry, Brick has a passion for social selling, micro-entrepreneurship, and the power of networks. Leading sales, marketing and operations, he has implemented successful brand, marketing and expansion strategies for various organizations across the food & beverage and beauty categories.

MEREDITH BERKICH

LifeWave
President

Leading with Vision: Culture, Growth & Alignment

LifeWave grew 3,000% in 6 years and earned the Bravo Growth Award twice. Meredith will share what it takes to lead through rapid growth while staying grounded in purpose.

SPEAKER BIO:
Since its launch in 2004, LifeWave has been driven by innovation and proven by science. LifeWave is a patented life technology company with high product standards, a focus on social responsibility and a commitment to making a difference through unprecedented humanitarian advancement. Lifewave grew a staggering 2000% from 2018-2023!

With over 30 years in direct selling, both as field leader and corporate executive, Meredith brings a wealth of experience to LifeWave. As President, she is responsible for developing and implementing business strategies and systems in support of LifeWave’s accelerated growth.

JIM BROWN

USANA
CEO

Modernizing the Model: Brand, Compensation & Field Strategy

Jim will share updates on USANA’s refreshed brand, comp plan enhancements and the exciting DTC acquisition of Hiya, along with insights on affiliate strategy and engaging the growing Asian American market.

SPEAKER BIO:
Jim Brown joined USANA in 2006 as Vice President of Operations. In July 2011, he was appointed Vice President of Global Operations and served in that role until July 2012, when he was appointed Chief Production Officer. He served in that role until November 2013 when he was appointed Chief Operating Officer. He served in that role until November 2016 when he was appointed President and Chief Operating Officer. He served in those positions until October 2019, when the positions of President and Chief Operating Officer were separated, and he became President. In July 2023, Mr. Brown was named President and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. Prior to joining USANA, Mr. Brown was employed at Sonoco as a plant manager where he was responsible for safety, quality, finance, production, and maintenance. Mr. Brown received a bachelor's degree with a double major in computer science and math as well as an M.B.A. from Francis Marion University in Florence, South Carolina.

DEB BURSLEY

Sunrider
CMO

Brand Revival: Telling a New Story

Deb will share how Sunrider is refreshing its brand messaging and modernizing its marketing approach.

SPEAKER BIO:
Deb Bursley serves as the Chief Marketing Officer at Sunrider International, bringing extensive experience in marketing and communications. She has held senior marketing positions at companies such as Plexus Worldwide, WorldVentures Holdings, Seacret Direct, and Origami Owl. Bursley earned her MBA from Grand Valley State University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management, with a minor in Spanish, from Aquinas College.

LYNNE COTÉ

Princess House
President & CEO

Turning the Ship: Rebuilding Trust and Realigning for Growth

Lynne will share how Princess House transformed from a struggling organization into a thriving, unified business. Through a collaborative process called Journey Vision, the company rebuilt trust with the field, aligned internal and external goals, and created a repeatable roadmap for strategic clarity. She’ll walk through the process, explain why it works, and reveal the results of realigning every 18 months to keep momentum strong and relationships at the center.

SPEAKER BIO:
Lynne Coté first joined Princess House as a consultant in 2019 after the company weathered three consecutive years of declining sales. Her more than 30 years of experience in connecting brands and customers led to her being named President and CEO in January 2020, and despite the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic, she led Princess House to record-breaking growth.

DAN DEBNAM

Inovara
Founder & CEO

Dan Debnam is a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing expert. At 19, he launched a digital agency that was later acquired. In 2016, he joined a European Direct Selling company as Head of Marketing, driving key innovations and growth. After five years, Dan moved on and founded Conturae, an AI startup offering a global content creation platform. His focus on leveraging new technologies helps businesses operate efficiently and scale effectively. Dan is a leading voice on AI and an international speaker known for his easy-to-understand lessons and British humour.

OLIVER DIBBLEE

Xyngular
President

Running at the Speed of AI: Reinventing Direct Sales in Real Time

Oliver will share his approach to empowering teams and driving performance with clarity, focus, and values-based leadership.

SPEAKER BIO:
Oliver Dibblee is the President of Xyngular, where he is helping shape the future of health and wellness through cutting-edge nutraceutical solutions. With a wealth of experience in global sales strategy, operational efficiency, and market growth, he is a knowledgeable and compassionate leader who drives vision and innovation.

Oliver’s career spans over 15 years in consumer product goods, including work with some of the largest companies in the industry. He has distinguished himself by consistently achieving aggressive sales targets. In particular, he is known for his strategic sales planning, profit and loss management, go-to-market sourcing and execution, and operational efficiency. Some of his other notable achievements include:

JAY DHALIWAL

The Super Patch Company
Founder & CEO

From Personal Mission to Global Movement

Jay will share how Super Patch’s drug-free wellness technology are transforming health and performance globally, and how one personal story sparked a movement that’s changing millions of lives.

SPEAKER BIO:
Super Patch Founder, Jay Dhaliwal, dedicated himself to understanding the mind-body connection in seeking various treatments for his mother’s MS. His journey led him to understand the cutting-edge of neural coding – how the mind processes information and how these processes can be used to activate and regulate brain-to-body equilibrium. Over the past 15 years, Jay has developed proprietary technologies that allow him to decode various neural networks integral to human wellness and performance. He was able to take those learnings and develop VTT, the cornerstone of the Super Patch Products.

His journey has provided breakthroughs and products that have been presented at leading congresses and symposiums across the world. The products he has developed have and continue to change the lives of millions of people. His solitary journey to help his mother has become a global movement in drug-free health and wellness.

SOL FLINT

Nature's Sunshine
General Director of Latin America

The Power of Human Connection in an AI-Connected World

Sol will highlight the strength of community and the unique potential of the Latin American market—where cultural values, entrepreneurial spirit, and strong interpersonal connections are driving momentum. She’ll explore how this region can scale rapidly, drawing parallels to Asia’s growth in direct selling, and why younger generations are increasingly drawn to entrepreneurship.

SPEAKER BIO:
Sol Flint is a results-driven leader with extensive experience in driving growth and profitability for globally recognized brands in retail and direct selling. With a career spanning leadership roles at Amway, Essity, and Cargill, she has successfully transformed businesses through strategic planning, digital innovation, and team development.

At Nature’s Sunshine, Sol oversees operations across Latin America, leveraging her expertise in P&L management, omnichannel strategies, and customer experience design. Notably, she led a +16% sales increase during the COVID-19 pandemic by launching a digital transformation that shifted 90% of sales online, achieving record profitability. Her ability to unify high-performance teams and implement customer-centric innovations has consistently delivered long-term success.

Sol holds a degree in Business Administration, an MBA, and advanced certifications in International Business and Digital Marketing. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, she brings a global perspective to leadership and growth.

DAVE GRIMALDI

DSA
CEO

Policy, Pressure & Progress: What’s Next for Direct Selling in 2026
Dave will explore how shifting political dynamics and mounting state-level regulation could impact direct selling in 2026, with a look back at key battles in 2025. He’ll share the industry’s recent moments of mobilization, the push to amend the Business Opportunity Rule and how unity remains our strongest defense.

PETER GRISCOM

It Works!
President & COO

Revolutionizing Direct Selling: Lean, AI-Powered Strategies for the Next Growth Wave

Peter will explore how It Works! is using AI to enhance operations, improve decision-making and support the field.

SPEAKER BIO:
Peter V. Griscom is a transformative executive, investor, and turnaround expert with 15+ years of experience across healthcare, manufacturing, technology, and consumer goods. As President & COO of It Works! and Chairman of Van Dyke Acquisitions, he merges science, business, and innovation to drive operational excellence and growth in distressed environments.

Peter launched his career by co-founding EFX Brands while in college, acquiring 10+ companies before exiting to private equity in 2014. He then acquired and scaled a bankrupt contract manufacturer into a regional beverage powerhouse—achieving 700% growth before its 2019 sale. In 2020, he became CEO of a failing healthcare tech firm, leading a full turnaround and successful exit in 2022.

A product innovator, Peter has developed over a thousand natural products and won multiple “Product of the Year” awards from SupplySide West. He holds a Master of Science and is pursuing a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

Based in South Florida with his wife and three children, Peter co-leads the 828 Foundation to combat human trafficking and serves on the Griscom Family Foundation supporting adoption. He is also a SCORE mentor and member of ANA, CRN, and ACG.

BLAKE MALLEN

Herbalife
Chief Strategy Officer

The Future of Direct Selling: Demographics, Disruption & Direction

Blake will outline Herbalife’s evolving strategy, including upcoming launches, the shift toward greater personalization and the integration of digital tools to enhance the customer and distributor experience.

SPEAKER BIO:
Blake Mallen is an entrepreneur, direct selling executive, podcast host, and global speaker, who is the marketing mind behind companies & brands that have generated billions of dollars in revenue and impacted millions of lives. After originating the Challenge-based marketing model to build and sell one of the world’s most recognized weight loss brands, Blake is currently Chief Strategy Officer of Herbalife, the Managing Director of BAM Ventures, and the Host of the ‘SHIFT’ podcast. He is continually featured in mainstream publications and is a sought-after speaker on the international stage. His TED Talk on how to ‘Shift the Script’ has already reached 1M+ views.

GARRETT McGRATH

Business For Home
Co-Publisher

What the Data Says: Insights That Drive Distributor Decisions
Garrett’s data-driven session will go beyond surface trends to reveal what today’s distributors are really looking for—spanning compensation, culture, leadership, and brand credibility—and how companies can respond.

SPEAKER BIO:
With a career in direct selling that spans more than 30 years, Garrett McGrath is a respected leader with a profound understanding of the channel and its needs. He has built field organizations of more than 150,000 distributors in 21 countries and most recently served as CEO and President of a publicly traded network market company.

BUCK MCMURRAY

Nu Skin
President of the Americas

Product Timing & Field Energy: Aligning Innovation with Momentum

Buck will share how Nu Skin evaluates product potential by analyzing market timing and life cycle trends—ensuring launches generate energy in the field. He’ll explore tools and strategies to assess whether a product is emerging, peaking, or declining—so companies can invest in innovation that drives sustained impact.

SPEAKER BIO:
Buck McMurray serves as president of sales for the Americas at Nu Skin. Previously, he was the general manager of North America at Nu Skin for three years. During his career, he’s worked in various sales, marketing and channel development roles for direct sales brands such as Epicure, Rodan and Fields, Unicity and Morinda. Buck earned an MBA from the Marriott School of Business at Brigham Young University (BYU) in 2009 and a bachelor's degree from BYU in Korean literature in 2004.

SHAWN MEAIKE

Family First Life
Founder & President

Culture that Connects: Building a Sales Force for the Next Generation

With Family First Life on track to reach $1 billion in revenue, Shawn shares how strong leadership and an inclusive, high-impact environment can attract, develop and retain a younger, multicultural demographic.

SPEAKER BIO:
Family First Life (FFL) works with independent contractor insurance agents all over the country. As an Insurance Marketing Organization (IMO), FFL is designed to offer everything from fixed rate indexed annuities to IUL insurance projects from a long list of the top-rated carriers in the country. Family First Life grew by over $200M in 2023.

Shawn is the trailblazing Founder and CEO of FFL. His extraordinary journey has catapulted his business from an $11M debut to an impressive 30,000 agents and $750M in annual revenue in 2023.

AYO OLASEINDE

Saladmaster
Global President

Passion, Purpose & People: The Core of Global Brand Success

Ayo will speak on creating deep, human-centered impact across global teams and markets.

SPEAKER BIO:
Ayo Olaseinde is a self-made entrepreneur who has had an incredible journey in the direct sales industry. His leadership and dedication to the direct sales industry have been shaped by his personal story of starting from humble beginnings and building a successful career through hard work and determination. Ayo's journey and leadership in the direct sales industry, including his role as Global President of Saladmaster, serve as a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit, dedication to personal growth, and passion for inspiring and developing others to achieve their own success.

DANIEL PICOU

Three International
Founder & CEO

Creating Culture with Staying Power

Daniel will share the pillars of building a company designed to support long-term growth, consistency, and purpose-driven leadership.

SPEAKER BIO:
An expert in global business strategy and development, Daniel understands that companies today must be strategic and data-driven to stay on top of market trends and to meet customer needs. He has a deep understanding of how every decision can affect the overall culture and well-being of an organization and desires to influence the lives of as many individuals and families as possible through his passion for relationship marketing.

RICK REDFORD

LivePURE
President

Evolving with the Rise of Influencer & Affiliate Model Strategies

With over 30 years in network marketing, Rick shares how to lead with authenticity, build high-performing teams, and keep the field engaged. He’ll also explore how direct selling companies can successfully adapt to the rise of influencer and affiliate models while preserving trust, alignment and long-term growth.

SPEAKER BIO:
Rick Redford, President of North America/Korea Market, carries 29 years of experience in Network Marketing. He's excelled at fostering strong relationships and translating complex strategies into actionable plans. Rick has held pivotal roles in various companies, including ARIIX/NEW AGE, ForeverGreen International, and more. Grounded in a formal education in Business Management and Theater, he brings an authentic blend of talents, including heartfelt public speaking, sincere singing, genuine acting, and an unwavering passion for sports.

ANDREW SCHMIDT

Amway
Regional President, West Markets

Why Leadership Matters More Than Ever

Andrew will outline the leadership mindset and decision-making frameworks needed to navigate uncertainty and drive meaningful, lasting progress.

SPEAKER BIO:
Andrew Schmidt began his Amway journey in Japan, just days after the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami. Witnessing Amway’s values in action during a time of crisis left a lasting impact on his leadership style, which focuses on service, innovation, and fostering success for Independent Business Owners (IBOs).

As Regional President of West Markets, Andrew oversees Amway’s operations across the Americas, Europe, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, with direct responsibility for Amway North America, the company’s second-largest global market. Since joining Amway in 2013, he has held key roles driving strategy, rewards programs, and market growth.

A Duke University graduate in Biomedical Engineering, Andrew also serves on the boards of the Direct Selling Association (DSA) and the Direct Selling Education Foundation (DSEF). He lives in the Grand Rapids area with his wife and two children.

SARAH SHADONIX

Scout & Cellar
Founder & CEO

Panelist: Affiliate Panel

SPEAKER BIO:
Just as fascinating as the success of the company is the unusual story behind it; Sarah left her decade-long career as a litigator to explore her passion for wine, which ultimately led to the desire to create a better wine experience. Five years later, the achievements of Scout & Cellar led to it receiving one of DSN’s Inaugural Bravo Impact Awards at the 2022 Direct Selling News Global Celebration earlier this year. This award honors companies that take a holistic, measured, and incremental approach to growth, innovation and operational integrity and excellence.

Workshops

Artificial Intelligence Workshop
Monday, October 6 (2pm-6pm)

From marketing and IT to sales, customer service, operations, training and beyond—if AI touches your role, this workshop is for you. You’ll learn how companies in our channel are already using AI to drive efficiency, personalize experiences and support their field—and how you can do the same.

More Speakers Will Be Announced Soon.

STUART JOHNSON

DAN DEBNAM

PETER GRISCOM

It Works!
President & COO

Peter Griscom is a transformative executive, investor and turnaround expert with 15+ years of experience across healthcare, manufacturing, technology and consumer goods. As President & COO of It Works! and Chairman of Van Dyke Acquisitions, he merges science, business and innovation to drive operational excellence and growth in distressed environments. A product innovator, Peter has developed over a thousand natural products and won multiple “Product of the Year” awards from SupplySide West. He holds a Master of Science and is pursuing a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

BLAKE MALLEN

Herbalife
Chief Strategy Officer

Blake Mallen is an entrepreneur, direct selling executive, podcast host, and global speaker, who is the marketing mind behind companies & brands that have generated billions of dollars in revenue and impacted millions of lives. After originating the Challenge-based marketing model to build and sell one of the world’s most recognized weight loss brands, Blake is currently Chief Strategy Officer of Herbalife, the Managing Director of BAM Ventures, and the Host of the ‘SHIFT’ podcast. He is continually featured in mainstream publications and is a sought-after speaker on the international stage. His TED Talk on how to ‘Shift the Script’ has already reached 1M+ views.

PATRICK O'NEILL

eXp Realty
COO

Patrick O’Neill is the Chief Operating Officer of eXp Realty, bringing more than 25 years of experience and a proven track record of building and optimizing high-growth technology businesses.

Before joining eXp Realty, Patrick was the Chief Technology Officer for Xome, LLC, a subsidiary of the Mr. Cooper Group, where he led transformative technology initiatives. Prior to Xome, he served as Senior Vice President of Product Management for Travel Leaders Group, driving innovation and strategic product development. Earlier in his career, Patrick was appointed Chief Operating Officer of Guestlogix, Inc., and held several senior leadership positions at Sabre, Inc., and Continental Airlines, Inc., where he refined his expertise in technology-driven operational growth.

With his extensive experience in technology, product management, and operations, Patrick is a driving force in shaping eXp Realty’s vision and innovation in the real estate industry.

KATHLEEN ROSS

Kathleen Ross Creative
CMO

Kathleen Ross is an accomplished marketing executive with over 15 years of experience driving brand growth for startups and Fortune 5000 companies. As a CMO, she’s known for spotting whitespace opportunities, executing large-scale campaigns and events, and building high-performing teams. Kathleen brings a unique blend of strategic vision and creative excellence—making her a compelling voice for today’s fast-moving marketing landscape.

YOAV SHPRINGER

Apptor.AI
Founder & CEO

Yoav Shpringer, a former elite tech unit captain, brings deep expertise in AI, business strategy, and technology. Before founding Apptor.AI, Yoav led AI teams in eCommerce, where he specialized in predictive modeling and customer engagement strategies. Drawing from his AI background and commercial experience, he co-founded Apptor.AI to revolutionize the direct selling industry with advanced AI-powered automation.

SHELLIE SULLIVAN

Nowsite
Chief Growth Officer

Shellie Sullivan is a celebrated disrupter in the direct sales space, known for over two decades of bold, strategic leadership across top-performing sales organizations. She brings a proven track record of navigating complex challenges through transparency, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to sustainable growth. As Chief Growth Officer, Shellie leads Nowsite’s expansion strategy with a focus on deepening relationships with corporate partners, supporting field leaders, and accelerating adoption of Nowsite’s AI-powered tools worldwide.

Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Workshop
Wednesday, October 8 (2pm-5pm)

Back by popular demand, this session will help you navigate evolving regulations with confidence, and understand best practices in managing compliance effectively.

More Speakers Will Be Announced Soon.

KATRINA EASH

Winston & Strawn, LLP
Partner

KATRINA EASH is a trial lawyer who concentrates her practice in complex commercial, class action and intellectual property litigation. Katrina has considerable experience defending and advising direct selling and multi-level marketing organizations. She is often called in to advise such organizations on Federal Trade Commission and regulatory compliance issues and has successfully defended numerous direct selling organizations in class actions and other litigation matters.

CLAY BREWER

Thompson Burton PLLC
Partner

CLAY BREWER’S practice focuses on advising both established companies and startups on a wide range of matters such as business planning, capital raising, corporate structuring, regulatory risk and cross-border transactions. A prolific writer and thought leader, Clay provides strategic counsel to clients and has a strong interest in the evolving direct sales industry as well as digital assets and blockchain technologies.

ED BURBACH

Foley & Lardner LLP
Partner

Ed leverages his experience as both a litigation lawyer and a leading state regulator/enforcer to handle high-stakes regulatory claims for clients. With this unique background, he counsels corporations, individuals, and governmental entities in matters involving local, state, and federal governments – with emphasis on state attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).

DAVE GRIMALDI

GORDON HESTER

Florida Direct Selling Coalition Chair

SPEAKER BIO:
For over 35 years, Gordon Hester has been a successful distributor, change management consultant and C-level executive. He also built a technology company with his son that is now one of the biggest tech vendors in direct selling.

As an active member of the DSA for over a decade, he serves as a DSEF Board member and a member of the Research Committee, Government Relations Committee, and liaison between the DSEF and over 250 Academic Fellows. Gordon is an active trainer at industry events and writes for various media outlets. He is also an active board member of the Association of Network Marketing Professionals (ANMP).

BRENT KUGLER

Scheef & Stone, LLP
Partner

BRENT KUGLER is a prominent attorney in the direct selling industry with over 23 years of experience. Formerly the General Counsel for a large MLM company, Brent provides comprehensive legal representation to direct sales companies including advice on regulatory issues, distributor policies and procedures, compensation plans, independent contractor classification, governmental affairs and risk management.

ERIC LEWY

FieldWatch powered by Momentum Factor
General Manager

Eric manages and oversees all aspects of business and operations for Momentum Factor & CreatorCatalyst. A graduate of Skidmore College, Eric spent the first 15 years of his career working in the New York City Early Intervention & Pre-School Special Education programs. Since then, Eric has held various executive leadership positions, including Executive Director, COO, President, and CEO, overseeing the development and operations of new programs. Outside of work, Eric is an avid crossfitter, musician, hiker, mountain biker, and baker who loves to spend time with his wife, two children and two dogs.

NATHAN MOORE

Texas Direct Selling Coalition
Chairman

Nathan Moore’s three decades of leadership at Mary Kay instilled his passion for the direct selling industry. He currently serves as chair of the newly formed Texas Direct Selling Coalition.

During his 23-year career with Mary Kay he also served as Chairman of the Direct Selling Education Foundation, Chairman of the Direct Selling Association, and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Mary Kay Ash Foundation.

Schedule & Sessions

This schedule is tentative and subject to change. Stay tuned for up-to-date event details

MONDAY, OCTOBER 6

CEO FORUM

(invitation only)

9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Artificial Intelligence Workshop

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Welcome Reception

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7

7:45 AM - 9:00 AM

Check in, coffee & continental breakfast

General Session 1

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Lunch & Networking

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

(lunch provided)

General Session 2

1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Networking Reception

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8

General Session 1

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Lunch & Networking

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

(lunch provided)

Legal, Regulatory & Compliance Workshop

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Hotel

Renaissance Dallas at Plano Legacy West Hotel

6007 Legacy Drive

Plano, Texas 75024

The hotel group rate is $299.00 per night.

Book by Monday, September 15, 2025.

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