What to Expect in New York

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CONNECT. RECOGNIZE. INSPIRE.

Prepare for a world-class event where the world’s leading technology executives will come together to inspire excellence.

Keynotes to Inspire

Learn from experts in technology, leadership, and business to inspire greatness both professionally and personally.

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Dining Experiences to Connect

Leaders are better connected. Gather around the table for life-changing conversations.

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Late Night Socials

Experience New York’s world-class dining and entertainment with industry-leading peers.

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Surprises All Around

Converge is full of surprises. Connect with members across North America while having fun.

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Keynotes to challenge and inspire.

Charles
Duhigg

New York Times Bestselling Author

Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize–winning reporter and the author of The Power of Habit, which spent over three years on The New York Times bestseller list. His writing explores the science of habit formation in our lives, companies, and societies. Duhigg’s impactful work with The New Yorker, television, and podcasts shapes public discourse and drives conversations on productivity and communication.

…and much more to come!

More speakers will be announced leading up to the conference.

Prior Keynotes

CEOs and CIOs from…

AT&T
Bell
Lumen
National Football League
Southwest Airlines
Texas Rangers
National Security Agency
PepsiCo Foods North America
The Feld Group
Toyota Financial Services

Right in the heart of Times Square.

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New York Marriott Marquis

All Converge25 sessions and events will take place in or around the New York Marriott Marquis in the heart of Times Square.

Where Technology Leaders Connect

August 12-14 / New York

The relationships developed, insights into growing our amazing leadership teams, approaches to fostering a people-first culture, leading by influence, and so much more were priceless.

Bryce Carter

Bryce Carter

CIO
City of Arlington
City of Arlington

Engaging, inspiring, thought-provoking…awesome!

Judith Apshago

Judith Apshago

VP of Information Technology
Amtrak
Amtrak

Valuable content and relationship building with numerous moments of surprise and delight.

Rachel Lockett

Rachel Lockett

CIO
Pohlad Companies
Pohlad Companies

Expect the unexpected. Expect to be delighted. Be ready to pause, think deeply about something you just heard, and to take action.

Curt Carver

Curt Carver

VP & CIO
UAB
UAB

At Converge, I had the opportunity to learn from others who face the same challenges and issues I encounter daily.

Ken Somogyi

Ken Somogyi

VP Information Technology
MERS/Goodwill
MERS/Goodwill

An amazing and exceptional platform in a super private setting to connect, learn, teach and build relationships with likeminded senior business and technology leaders.

Ganesh Iyer

Ganesh Iyer

CEO
NIO
NIO

Probably one of the best CIO oriented conferences I've attended. Good combination of networking, learning, and motivational.

Jim Cavellier

Jim Cavellier

EVP & CIO
Cass Information Systems
Cass Information Systems

Very impressed with the conference - certainly exceeded my expectations. Well done! The speakers and topics were excellent but everything still had a light, fun, and engaging mood.

Justin McFarland

Justin McFarland

EVP of Information Technology
McCarthy Holdings, Inc.
McCarthy Holdings, Inc.

This CIO conference is unlike any I've ever attended. I've learned so much, made new friends, and built lasting bonds. The sense of belonging and care is second to none.

Darlene Williams

Darlene Williams

SVP & CIO
Rocket Software
Rocket Software

Great networking event and one of the best collection of conversations about the challenges facing CIOs now and in the future.

Randy Volkin

Randy Volkin

CIO
Perry Homes
Perry Homes

I will tell you it is hands down the best conference that I’ve ever been to as a CIO leader.

Andrea Markstrom

Andrea Markstrom

CIO
Schulte Roth & Zabel
Schulte Roth & Zabel

The caliber and quality of the presenters are outstanding—it's like attending a masterclass.

Todd Kackley

Todd Kackley

VP & CIO
Textron
Textron

Phenomenal planning, preparation, arrangement and execution. This mirrored 'Hollywood Oscars'.

Nagarajan Muthusamy

Nagarajan Muthusamy

CIO, CTO & CISO
Reliable Parts
Reliable Parts

Outstanding gathering of best of the best global business and technology leaders. A forum to connect, share best practices, and celebrate with the best CIO's in the world.

Mike Schmidt

Mike Schmidt

CIO
Deloitte
Deloitte

Converge provided me very valuable exposure to the needs that CEOs and board members have of their CISO. By hearing first hand their perspective, I’m much better positioned to be an even better enterprise leader in my organization.

Ian Schneller

Ian Schneller

CISO and DSVP
Health Care Service Corporation
Health Care Service Corporation

It's all about building relationships at Converge... and then continuing to nurture them after you leave.

Brett Lansing

Brett Lansing

CIO
AccentCare
AccentCare

The best and most collaborative event for technology business leaders that you'll attend this year.

Jamey Taylor

Jamey Taylor

CTO & CISO
StateServ
StateServ

Join us & be inspired.

August 12–14, 2025 | New York City