Technology & Innovation Summit
North America

Technology & Data Leaders

November 2–5, 2025  |  Austin & Digital

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Executive Leadership Exchange

For Qualified Attendees

The Executive Leadership Exchange (ELE) is an invitation-only program for qualified Technology and Data C-level executives. The program will expand on the Forrester thought leadership presented at the conference and create a private C-level executive network supporting leaders’ priorities. Facilitated networking sessions will be offered that target best practices aligned to executive priorities.

This program is offered by invitation only. Invitations will be extended closer to the event date. To be approved to attend, applicants must not report into any higher Technology or Data leader in their organization. Please contact events@forrester.com with any questions.

Exclusive Agenda

Recommended Executive Agenda

For optimal planning tailored to your role as a Technology or Data leader, select the “ELE” filter from the agenda dropdown. This will streamline your conference experience by highlighting sessions specifically curated by Forrester’s Summit Host to align with your expertise and strategic focus.

Private Executive Sessions

Attend private sessions featuring exclusive-panels and presentations from Forrester analysts.

Analyst Access

Priority Analyst 1:1 Booking

Receive priority booking for 1:1 networking and guidance meetings with our best-in-class analysts & experts.

Exclusive Analyst Networking Sessions

Identify challenges and solve problems in small group collaborations with Forrester Experts.

Networking

Private Executive Roundtable

Facilitated by Forrester team members who specialize in leading C-level networking discussions pointed at meaningful outcomes.

Private ELE Networking Lounge

Connect with your peers during the conference at the exclusive sessions and in a private networking lounge on-site.

Forrester Women's Leadership Program

Community. Advancement. Change. 

Join us as we focus on how to help women leaders in your organization break down barriers and overcome challenges. Learn from your peers on advancement strategies for women leaders and participate in a conversation about how to develop meaningful relationships with women leaders in technology, data, & security.​

All are welcome to join this in-person event! ​

The Forrester Women’s Leadership Program will:​

  • Build Community​
  • Inspire Change​
  • Foster Allyship and Individual Empowerment​
  • Facilitate Meaningful Connections

Certification

T&I High Performance IT Strategy Certification: Build Your High-Performance IT Strategy And Roadmap To Drive Business Value

Ensure your IT strategy continuously pursues improved business results with a plan that links tech-based initiatives with strategic business outcomes. This Summit-Exclusive Certification Program begins with a hands-on workshop that lays out your IT strategy on a page based on your organization’s mission, vision, and strategic objectives. With this strategy on a page in your hands, you attend keynotes and breakout sessions from the Summit that will help you to develop your roadmap plan, thus meeting the requirements for the Forrester Technology & Innovation Summit Certification: Build Your High-Performance IT Strategy To Drive Business Value. The program will help you to:
  • Launch your IT organization’s strategic goals, values, and behaviors based on strategic business objectives.
  • Understand how to set the direction for your tech architecture, skills, practices, and platforms.
  • Plan for when your strategic IT roadmap requires a strategic portfolio, as well as for governance, policies, setting performance metrics, and driving funding.
Speakers:
Bobby Cameron, VP, Principal Analyst, Forrester
Chris Gallacher, VP, Principal Consultant, Forrester

T&I AI And Data Readiness Certification: Assess Your AI And Data Readiness

Effective AI strategies rely on a foundation of strong data capabilities to be able to capture, transform, and deliver data at scale for AI solutions that support the organization. Learn how to evaluate your current data team and capabilities through Forrester’s Connected Intelligence Framework.
In this workshop, you will:
  • Assess your current maturity across partners, practices, and platforms.
  • Understand the next steps to review your results, and identify strengths and opportunities to enhance.
  • Engage in a peer discussion to identify ways to improve your data capabilities.
Speakers:
Kim Herrington, Senior Analyst, Forrester
Aaron Katz, VP Research Director, Forrester

Technology & Innovation Summit North America · November 2 – 5, 2025 · Austin & Digital

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