Agenda
Our 2026 conference agenda for April 22 is currently as follows. Please note, agenda times, speakers and details are subject to change as the event date nears. Presentation summaries for each speaker will be provided.
This hybrid agenda is the same whether you are joining us virtually or in person. All speakers currently intend to present live from the ICAN conference stage.
Opening General Session
9 – 11:45 am
Doors open at 7:30 a.m. for registration, breakfast, networking lounge and exhibit viewing.
Lunch
11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Lunch Served at CHI Health Center Omaha / Lunch Break for Virtual Attendees
Exhibit Hall Open, Networking Lounge, Book Signing at Bookstore
Breakout Sessions
1 – 1:45 p.m.
Attendees will choose the day of to attend one breakout session. Recordings of all breakout sessions to be available during the on-demand viewing window.
Closing General Session
2:15 – 4 p.m.
2026 ICAN Leadership Award Presentation
In Partnership with Kiewit
The recipient of our 2026 ICAN Leadership Award will be announced by our award co-sponsor, Kiewit’s Jennifer Bradtmueller, along with ICAN’s Aileen Warren.
2026 Speakers
Dr. Mary Kelly
Economist, Bestselling Author, Retired US Naval Commander
Curt Steinhorst
Author, Leadership Advisor, Executive at Venus Aerospace
Michelle Gielan
Researcher on Positive Psychology, Bestselling Author