Full Schedule
Agenda
Two days of keynotes, case studies, live AI demos, and conversations that matter. October 14–15, 2026 · Fairmont Château Whistler
Full Day
Tuesday, October 14, 2026
45 min
Opening Keynote
Setting the vision and energy for the summit — a forward-looking address on where insights, research, and technology are headed, and why this moment demands bold thinking.
Andrew Reid, Founder & CEO, Rival Technologies
45 min
Client Experience Sharing
An open exchange with your peers on the most pressing challenges and opportunities they face today. Themes: Unlocking Budget · Elevating the Role of Insights · Increasing Business Value.
30 min
Brand Case Study #1
A brand-presented case study showcasing a real-world application of insights to drive meaningful business impact.
TBA
30 min
Brand Case Study #2
A second organization shares how they've embedded research into strategic decisions at scale.
TBA
45 min
The State of the Industry
Andrew Reid (moderator) in conversation with Eileen Campbell and Eric Salama — perspectives on where market research is headed and what the next wave of change means for insights professionals.
Andrew Reid, Eileen Campbell, Eric Salama
75 min
Hosted Lunch & Networking
Seated lunch in the Château with reserved networking time — designed for unhurried conversations between attendees, speakers, and the Rival team.
60 min
Innovation in Methodology
Exploring emerging methodological approaches — how new techniques are changing what's possible in research, and how the industry must evolve its practices to stay relevant and rigorous.
30 min
Brand Case Study #3
A third client presents a compelling story of transformation through data and insight-led strategy.
TBA
45 min
Synthetic Personas & Knowledge Base Use Cases
A brand showcases how they're deploying synthetic personas and knowledge base capabilities — with a live look at their approach, outcomes, and lessons learned.
45 min
Brand Case Study #4 / Roundtable
A fourth client story alongside facilitated table discussion — turning the day's themes into concrete next steps for your team.
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Day 1 Close & Evening Reception
Wrap-up of Day 1 followed by a hosted dinner and evening social at the Fairmont Château Whistler.
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