Vancouver 2026
The Next Wave Starts Here
February 4–6, 2026
Leadership
Tech Mavens
Career Acumen
Adapt & Thrive
Inclusive Culture
Connection Engineer
Wednesday, February 4
Pre-Funk Day
2:00 – 3:30 PM
Connection Engineer
PRE-FUNK Connection Conversations
Mystery Meetups Before We Set Sail
Trust us as we match you with a fellow attendee with whom you may have a lot, or absolutely nothing, in common. Our motto is #relationshipsarethetruecurrency. We want you to meet your new best friend or boss. #serendipitybaby
📍 Local Coffee Shops
4:00 – 6:00 PM
Connection Engineer + Leadership
Relationships Are The True Currency
The Opening Night That Changes Everything
We get it, networking is hard. But the need for human connection is more important now than ever. This is your opportunity to meet your new best friend or your new boss, and to be seen and heard in a safe environment. Join us for our signature event and rediscover your connection muscle.
📍 TBD
Thursday, February 5
Main Conference Day | Amazon The Post
⚓ Ongoing | 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Smooth Sailing Starts Here
Pop-Up 1:1 Coaching
Career Compass
Speed Mentoring with Tech Leaders
10:00 – 11:30 AM
Leadership
Captain Material (Finally, a Good One)
What Great Leadership Actually Looks Like
We've all had a bad captain. The micromanager, the ghost, the one who took credit. 2026 demands leaders who navigate, not command. In this session, exemplary leaders share what actually works.
📍 LPV Room
Inclusive Culture
All Hands on Deck
Embracing Difference to Build Better Crews
We've been told to leave parts of ourselves at the dock. But empathy, emotion, and different perspectives aren't weaknesses. They're what make great crews.
📍 Training Room 1
Adapt & Thrive
Anchor & Reflect
Co-Journaling: Write, Reflect, Connect
Grab a seat with a partner, bring your journal, and get ready for a fresh take on reflection. Drop anchor, spark inspiration, and build accountability along the way.
📍 Training Room 2
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Tech Mavens
What Would Chat Do?
Decoding the Machine Mind Before It Decides for You
ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini generate conflicting "truths," shifting risks, and invisible biases. Learn how to spot when an AI is bluffing, hallucinating, or steering you off course.
📍 LPV Room
Career Acumen
Still Afloat, Still Working
Navigating Chronic Illness, Leave, and Mental Health
Your body doesn't care about your deadlines. Panelists share real stories of navigating rough seas with chronic illness and mental health challenges. No toxic positivity. Just honest strategies.
📍 Training Room 1
Adapt & Thrive
Chart Yourself Forward
A Guided AI Session for Clarity and Direction
What if AI could help you chart your next chapter? In this interactive session, we co-prompt together to explore where you're headed and the identity you're ready to step into.
📍 Training Room 2
2:00 – 3:30 PM
Career Acumen
The Job Search Glow-Up
Stand Out, Get Seen, Get Hired
The job market is crowded waters. Learn how to tell your story, work your network, and make the kind of impression that gets callbacks. Straight from the people doing the hiring.
📍 LPV Room
Inclusive Culture
From Stowaway to Captain
Rewriting the Rules of Who Gets to Be on Deck
The path to technical leadership isn't always linear. Some of us pivoted. Some of us were told we didn't belong on the ship. This session is for anyone learning to take up space in rooms that weren't designed for them.
📍 Training Room 1
Adapt & Thrive
Anchor & Reflect
Co-Journaling Session 2
Missed the morning session? Drop anchor here. Grab a partner, bring your journal, and reflect with thought-provoking prompts.
📍 Training Room 2
4:00 – 5:30 PM
Tech Mavens
The Crewmate You Didn't Ask For
Making Peace with AI as Your New Teammate
Most of us feel like we've been thrown into a non-consenting relationship with AI. Learn how to sail alongside your new crewmate without losing yourself in the process.
📍 LPV Room
Adapt & Thrive
Crying in the Galley
Navigating Emotions at Work
We've all had the moment. The lump in the throat. The quick exit. This session breaks the silence on workplace emotions and gives you tools to stay steady without sacrificing who you are.
📍 Training Room 1
Adapt & Thrive
Chart Yourself Forward
A Guided AI Session (Session 2)
Missed the earlier session? Join here. Same guided prompts, same chance to use AI as a mirror for your next chapter.
📍 Training Room 2
Friday, February 6
Finale Day | Northeastern University
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Tech Mavens
The Pioneer Lounge AI Innovation Sprint
Build, Experiment, Launch
This hands-on Innovation Sprint brings together professionals from all backgrounds to explore emerging AI concepts and experiment with practical tools. No technical experience required. Curiosity and collaboration are all you need.
📍 Event Space
10:00 – 11:30 AM
Tech Mavens
Byte Size Tech Class
TBD
📍 Classroom 1
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Tech Mavens
Byte Size Tech Class
TBD
📍 Classroom 1
2:00 – 4:30 PM | Grand Finale
Connection Engineer
CO-STORM!
Your Personal Board of Directors for Life + Work
Bring your challenge, your wild idea, or your empty notebook. Get matched with a small crew who helps you navigate the rough waters and find your next move. Fresh eyes spot our blind spots. They mirror back what's really going on. This is where breakthroughs happen.
📍 Event Space