the CONFERENCE
for CONFERENCES

Tuesday, September 16th, 2025  • 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM  • Oakland Museum of California

A collaborative learning lab for seasoned and emerging conference organizers to shape the future of conferences.

The way we design conferences needs a radical reimagining. 

You already know: the traditional conference model is outdated. Too often, well-intentioned events end up being a blur of slide decks and surface-level networking, leaving participants feeling exhausted and disengaged.

Today’s audiences expect more: Connection. Relevance. Participation. Meaning. Not just passive consumption of information they can find online.

If you're someone who creates conferences and summits—whether for your company, your clients, or your community—this day is for you! The Conference for Conferences is a high-impact gathering for innovative organizers and experience designers who are ready to ditch the default, and craft engaging events that drive learning, connection, and lasting change. 

Presenters & Participants From

You’ll join a high caliber community of 100+ passionate event pioneers in a dynamic learning lab where we’ll:

  • Deconstruct and re-envision traditional conference formats (speakers, panels, fireside chats, etc.)

  • Collaborate on designing more engaging, inclusive, and transformational alternatives

  • Exchange best practices with an inspiring group of peers, and solve the challenges you face in your own convenings.

  • Hear lightening talks with fresh approaches from conferences that work.

  • Learn practical tools rooted in experience design, behavioral science, and adult learning.

Expect bold ideas, hands-on co-creation, and real talk about what’s working, what’s not, and what’s next.

You’ll walk away with:

  • Proven frameworks to design more engaging, impactful conferences

  • Real-world case studies from leading conferences that unpack what works (and what doesn’t)

  • Fresh ideas and peer insights from fellow conveners across industries

  • Practical tools to boost engagement, learning retention, and post-event impact

  • A renewed sense of purpose and possibility for how you gather

Who Is It For?

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    Seasoned conference organizers ready to elevate and evolve their format

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    First-time conveners who want to get it right from the start and avoid costly mistakes

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    Internal leaders (HR, L&D, Chiefs of Staff, Culture, Events, Comms) who plan employee gatherings and all-hands

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    Events Industry Associations and Experiential Marketing Agencies who are looking for fresh inspiration to push the envelope

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    Entrepreneurial founders who run summits, retreats, and community convenings

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    Event Planners and Producers who want to advise their clients on the latest trends

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    Anyone who’s ever thought: there has to be a better way to do this!

Ready to connect and fill your cup with innovative ideas?

This isn’t just another conference—it’s the game-changer your audience deserves.

SCHEDULE

9:00—9:30am

Arrival + Mingle 

9:30am–12:30pm

Morning Session (mainstage + breakouts)

12:30–1:30pm

Lunch with Affinity Groups

1:30–5:00pm

Afternoon Session (mainstage + breakouts)

5:00–6:00pm

Golden Hour (community gathering)

Our Presenters

  • Jenny Sauer-Klein

    Founder, The Culture Conference and The Primary Shift

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  • Chris Guillebeau

    Founder of World Domination Summit and NeuroDiversion

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  • Adam Rosendahl

    Founder, Late Nite Art

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  • Jessie Jacob

    Culture First Community Manager at Culture Amp

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  • Daria Wagganer

    Vice President and Strategic Account Advisor at BigSpeak Speakers Bureau

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  • Tucker Bryant

    Poet & Keynote Speaker

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  • Smiley Poswolsky

    Workplace Culture Keynote Speaker

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  • Steven Huang

    Director of People + Conference Organizer

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  • Elena Crescia

    Content Curator | Wellbeing Events Adviser | TEDxSaoPaulo | The Wellbeing Project

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  • Tahira Endean

    IMEX Head of Program

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  • Kat Leong

    Director, Corporate Events at Gainsight

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  • Robin Zander

    Executive Director, The Responsive Conference

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  • Raven White

    Director, Audience Development and Community for TED

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  • Lizelle Festejo Hsu

    Senior Director, Brand and Experience at Great Place to Work

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APPLY TO BE A PRESENTER

Are you an experienced conference convener, organizer or producer? Do you have hard-earned learnings to share with the community about what has worked for your event and audience that you’d like to share? Please apply to be considered to present at The Conference for Conferences.

OUR VENUE

Oakland Museum of California is a museum, garden, and gathering place in the heart of the Bay that explores the big ideas that shape California lives. OMCA explores the big ideas that shape California lives, then bring to life the untold and under-told stories of the people behind them—all with a distinctly Oakland point of view.

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REGISTRATION

$450 by August 15th • $600 after August 15th • 50% off for Responsive Conference attendees

Includes coffee, tea, snacks, lunch and fun surprises! Groups of 4+ get 20% off — email info@thecultureconference.com for a custom code.