What to Expect in New York

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Exclusive Experiences Beyond the Conference Room

Converge25 includes exclusive access to iconic venues to experience New York City like never before.

NYSE Closing Bell Experience

Step onto the floor of the New York Stock Exchange to experience ringing the closing bell and enjoy dinner and a reception at the center of world finance.

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NBC Studios Experience

Visit NBC Studios to see the famous sets of The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, NBC Nightly News, and Saturday Night Live, where entertainment history is made. This experience will be followed by dinner around Rockefeller Center.

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Hudson Yards Experience

Explore Hudson Yards with world-class shopping, followed by a champagne reception at The Edge, the highest outdoor viewing platform in the Western Hemisphere. End the evening with a 5-star dining experience!

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Private Dinner Cruise Experience

Experience a private reception and dinner cruise around the Statue of Liberty, enjoying the sunset and stunning views of New York City’s iconic landmarks from the Hudson River.

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Broadway Night Experience

Enjoy a conversation over dinner in the theater district with Shuler Hensley, Tony-award-winning singer and actor. After dinner attend a Broadway performance of The Lion King. and interact with a member of the cast.

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MLB Headquarters Experience

Visit Major League Baseball headquarters to experience an inside look at advanced video replay systems where game-changing decisions are made for every MLB game. Reception and dinner will be included.

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Day One

Tuesday, August 12

Chapter Officer Workshop

9:00–11:00 AM ET

Lunch

11:30 AM –2:00 PM ET

Exclusive Experiences

Exclusive Experiences

Welcome Reception

at Marriot Marquis

8:00–10:00 PM ET

Day Two

Wednesday, August 13

Welcome Breakfast

7:30–8:30 AM ET

Program Session 1

Program Session 1

9:00–11:30 AM ET

Connect Lunch

11:30 AM –1:00 PM ET

Program Session 2

Program Session 2

1:00–3:30 PM ET

Converge25 Reception

5:00–6:30 PM ET

MEMBERS

6:30–9:00 PM ET

Late Night

9:00 PM ET

Day Three

Thursday, August 14

Inspirational Breakfast

7:30–8:30 AM ET

Program Session 3

Program Session 3

9:00–11:30 AM ET

Connect Lunch

11:30 AM –1:00 PM ET

Program Session 4

Program Session 4

1:00–3:30 PM ET

Blue Carpet Paparazzi Reception

5:00–6:30 PM ET

6:30–9:00 PM ET

Late Night Awards Celebration

9:00 PM ET

Keynotes to challenge and inspire.

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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.

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Where Technology Leaders Connect

August 12-14 / New York

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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

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

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.

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

Jamey Taylor

Jamey Taylor

CTO & CISO
StateServ
StateServ

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

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

Rachel Lockett

Rachel Lockett

CIO
Pohlad Companies
Pohlad Companies

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

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

Brett Lansing

Brett Lansing

CIO
AccentCare
AccentCare

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

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

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

Todd Kackley

Todd Kackley

VP & CIO
Textron
Textron

Engaging, inspiring, thought-provoking…awesome!

Judith Apshago

Judith Apshago

VP of Information Technology
Amtrak
Amtrak

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 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

Join us & be inspired.

August 12–14, 2025 | New York City

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