Bright Conference 2026

What is Bright?

Two communities. One connected workforce.

You’ve probably heard: Beekeeper and LumApps have joined forces. Together, we’re combining our strengths in frontline enablement and employee experience to deliver even greater impact for your workforce.
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To celebrate, Bright Conference 2026 will be the first joint event bringing our communities together. These conferences are designed to equip leaders across IT, HR, Communications, and Operations with the tools, insights, and connections to transform the way employees—frontline and office-based—work, connect, and thrive.

Bright Conference 2026

Chicago

When: April 28-29

Where: Convene 311 W Monroe

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Paris

When: May 19-20

Where: Novotel Paris Centre Tour Eiffel

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Zurich

When: September 29

Where: Lake Side, Zürich

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More than just a conference: Highlights from Bright 2025

Relive the best moments of last year’s series. See why our community keeps coming back for the perfect blend of high-level strategy and high-energy networking.

Relive the Moments

WHY ATTEND

Unmissable Insights & Inspiration

This is where inspiration meets action. Don’t just attend—be part of the future of Employee Experience. It all starts at Bright.

Expert-Led Sessions

Hear from the most visionary voices in EX through keynotes, case studies, workshops, and panels that deliver forward-thinking solutions.

Personalized Tracks

Tailor your experience with sessions for your role (Practitioner, Executive, IT, etc.) and interests, featuring interactive discussions that deliver practical insights from peers and experts.

Next-Level Networking

Forge connections with + 100 EX leaders and like-minded professionals during structured sessions and casual gatherings.

Be Energized

Leave not just with ideas but with the tools, connections, and motivation to create change that lasts.

SPEAKERS

Voices That Inspired Us

Last year, we hosted visionary leaders from world-class organizations like Google, Microsoft, Digital Workplace Group, WeLeadComms, LVMH, Indeed, Airbus, and more. As we move into 2026, our speaker lineup continues this tradition of excellence, now enriched by the combined expertise of the Beekeeper and LumApps communities.

Allison Arnett

Director of Communications,

TreeTop

Chicago

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Reece Eberhardt

Data Analyst,

Publicis Sapient

Chicago

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Chelewa Springs

Regional Director of Operations,

HDG Legacy

Chicago

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Tamara Palmer

Internal Communications Manager,

Flagger Force

Chicago

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Andy Larranaga

Craft Communications Specialist,

Mortenson

Chicago

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Keenan Kibrick

Multimedia Content Manager,

National Veterinary Associates

Chicago

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Joe Crespin, SHRM CP

Director of Human Resources,

Defined Fitness

Chicago

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Laura Kennedy

Director, Team Member Communications,

Life Time

Chicago

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Kristin Webb

Manager of Communications and Corporate Social Responsibility,

Yamaha

Chicago

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Katharine Spanish

Director of Digital Transformation,

Dempsey Uniform & Linen Supply Inc.

Chicago

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Mark Harvey

Vice President,

Internal Communications Tech, PennyMac

Chicago

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Malia Goes

Director of Human Resources,

Senske Family of Companies

Chicago

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J.L. Delayen

Intranet and Digital Channels Manage,

DoorDash

Chicago

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Thomas Lockamy

People Services Manager,

Equinox Hotels

Chicago

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Lindsay Bosley

Corporate Communications,

Caribou Coffee

Chicago

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Steve Wilmes

Director of Development,

Catholic Charities

Chicago

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Phillip Royer

VP People and Performance,

Clear

Chicago

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Shawn Marshall

Communications Manager,

Resorts World America

Chicago

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Daniel Sztutwojner

Chief Customer Officer at

LumApps

Chicago

Paris

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Suzie Robinson

Digital Employee Experience Consultant at

ClearBox Consulting

Paris

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Naomi Whitmore

Internal Communications Manager at

Commonwealth War Graves Commission (CWGC)

Paris

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Aurélie Haran

Hub Product Manager and DW DEX Lead at

Airbus

Paris

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Nancy Louisnord

Chief Marketing Officer at

LumApps

Paris

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Omar Moling

VP Product Management at

LumApps

Paris

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Danièle Steiger

Director Product Management at

LumApps

Paris

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Sarah Bedford

Senior Director Customer Success at

LumApps

Paris

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Nitin Seehakoo

Principal Customer Success Manager at

LumApps

Paris

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Stefan Burla

Integrated Communications and Strategy at

Product Manager at Roche

Paris

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Niall Hunt

Head of Creative Content (Internal Communications) at

DCMS

Paris

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James Christopher

Impact Practice Leader at

Marsh

Paris

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Bastien Le Lann

Director, Partner at

Lecko

Paris

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Laurent François

Senior Creative & innovation strategist, Advisor for

AI & Luxury start-ups

Paris

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Giulia Zangrando

Internal Communications Coordinator at

OVS

Paris

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Annika Rist

Operational Excellence at

Fiege

Zurich

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Daniel Ressel

Leiter Rettungsdienst at

DRK Erfurt

Zurich

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Deike Bauerkaemper

Principal Strategic Program Manager at

LumApps

Zurich

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Kerstin Luge

Referentin Abteilung Marketing at

Schönmackers

Zurich

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Michèle Asvestas

Senior Onboarding Customer Success at

LumApps

Zurich

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Beatrix Eichbaum

Unternehmenskommunikation & Public Affairs at

REWE Dortmund

Zurich

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Mike Klein

Founder at

WeLeadComms

Chicago

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Tim Sanders

VP Research Insights at

Chicago

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Sharon O'Dea

Founder at

DWXS and Lithos Partners

Chicago

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Yemi Falokun

Solution Architect at

Google

Chicago

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Jason Anthoine

Consultant at

Head Honcho

Chicago

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Nancy Goebel

CEO at

the Digital Workplace Group

Chicago

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Chris Catania

Head of Community at

ESRI

Chicago

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Ryan Janecek

Co-Founder at

Northern Ground

Chicago

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Jedd Smith

Sr. Principal - Digital Implementation Consultant at

Mercer

Chicago

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Elie Melois

CTO & Co-Founder at

LumApps

Chicago

Paris

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Matthieu Silbermann

VP Product Marketing & Strategy

LumApps

Chicago

Paris

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Sébastien Ricard

CEO at

LumApps

Chicago

Paris

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Vincent Roullet

Chief Customer Officer at

LumApps

Paris

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Bernard Baron

Associate Director at

Arctus

Paris

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Katie Hardy

Senior Director of Internal Communications at

Genuine Parts Company

Chicago

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Natasha Phee

Global Program Manager at

Google

Chicago

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Megan Dold

Deputy Global Communications Director at

Financial Times

Chicago

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Travis Noland

Director of Public Relations & Communications at

Cherokee Nation

Chicago

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Lisa Rogers

Director Employee Communications Platforms at

Indeed

Chicago

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Deena Harvanek

Transformation Strategist,

Mercer

Chicago

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Monica Ibarra

Senior Customer Sucess Manager,

LumApps

Chicago

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Rodney Evans

Podcast Host at

The Ready

Chicago

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Scott Turner

Partner,

Mercer

Chicago

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Todd Lambrugo

Senior Principal,

Mercer

Chicago

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WHAT YOU’LL TAKE AWAY

Learn from top EX minds, gain actionable strategies, and build a powerful network.

Insights That Inspire:

Learn from top EX speakers who share industry-shaping expertise and real-world case studies to uncover innovative answers to today’s digital workplace challenges.

Solutions That Work:

From roundtable deep dives to “world café” chats and 1-on-1 meetings, address EX challenges with targeted content and practical strategies you can implement immediately.

Connections That Matter:

Build meaningful relationships through roundtables, deep-dive discussions, and dynamic networking sessions.

Why Join the Bright Community?

Global Networking:
Connect with over 200+ professionals and expand your network.

Expert Insights:
Access a combined pool of 30+ industry-leading speakers.

Flexible Access:
Choose the event that fits your location or schedule.

BLOG ARTICLES

What We Learned at Bright Conference 2025

Can't wait until April? Explore our curated blog series featuring key takeaways, session recaps, and interviews from the 2025 Bright Conferences.

Overheard at Bright Chicago: 3 Round Table Themes Shaping the Future of Work

Building Inclusive Workplaces That Work for Everyone

Building Connections in a Dispersed Workforce: Key Insights from Bright Conference

Fixed vs. Growth Mindset in Internal Communications: Insights from the Bright Conference Chicago

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Two communities. One connected workforce.