Where Acceleration Begins

Dive into Accelerate’s most powerful moments—where strategy, storytelling, and practical insights converge. This is your guide to everything happening on the ground in Orlando: from can’t-miss sessions to featured speakers, explore what’s in store, start planning your path, and get ready to build an experience that delivers long after the event ends.

Monday, February 9, 2026

Day 1

Kick off the event by joining us at the Welcome Reception—an ideal chance to reconnect with familiar faces and forge new connections. Looking to dive into the learning early? Be sure to register for the pre-conference Innovation Summit, where you’ll hear about cutting-edge innovations shaping the future.

1:00pm – 2:00pm
Plaza Registration		 Registration (Innovation Summit Attendees)
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Tuscany D		 Innovation Summit (Optional Pre-Conference Event)

2:00 PM – 2:05 PM
Welcome and Introductions
Matt Clark, President and CEO, Corcentric

2:05 PM – 2:25 PM
Accelerating Intelligence: What’s Next for AI at Corcentric – Manish Jaiswal, Chief Product & Technology Office, Corcentric and Manoj Narayan, SVP Product, Corcentric
AI at Corcentric is moving beyond insight into real action. Get a forward look at how purpose-built AI is being embedded across our products to accelerate decisions, automate finance workflows, and deliver measurable outcomes.

2:25 PM – 3:25 PM
The Corcentric Business Network: Where Collaboration Becomes Intelligence – Manish Jaiswal, Chief Product & Technology Office, Corcentric and Manoj Narayan, SVP Product, Corcentric
The only AI-native Global Trading Network for end-to-end procurement and financial collaboration, the Corcentric Business Network (CBN) centralizes interactions among buyers, suppliers, and partners, reducing friction throughout procurement, invoicing, and payments. Learn how with one source of truth, CBN transforms raw data into real-time insight, empowering teams with predictive intelligence, risk visibility, and smarter, more strategic decision-making.

3:25 PM – 3:35 PM
Break

3:35 PM – 4:00 PM
A Smart Way to Manage AR – Bill Dorn, SVP Product Operations & Innovation, Corcentric
Corcentric Managed AR on the new AI-native Corcentric Business Network helps organizations simplify the full receivables lifecycle, from invoicing through collection, by combining intelligent automation with dedicated expertise. See how greater visibility, smoother collaboration with customers, and data-driven insights can support healthier cash flow, lower risk, and scalable growth.

4:00 PM – 4:55 PM
Accelerate the Business of Fleet – Frank Bussone, VP of Technology and Data Analytics, Corcentric
Corcentric and Trimble have partnered to automate the journey from repair event to audited invoice and posted repair order. In this session, Frank Bussone shows how Corcentric Billing pushes detailed invoice data into Trimble TMT to auto create or match vendor ROs, reducing manual entry and error. He’ll then share the latest Corcentric Analytics for Fleet Efficiency (Cafe) updates that help fleets accelerate adoption and insight to drive millions in savings.

4:55 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing Remarks
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Plaza Registration		 Registration
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Palm Courtyard		 Welcome Reception

TUESday, February 10, 2026

Day 2

Start your day with a lineup of thought-provoking sessions designed to inspire and inform. Then, explore the Trade & Technology Fair, where leading industry suppliers will showcase their latest products and solutions. Wrap up the day with an evening of delicious dining and top-tier entertainment—perfect for unwinding and connecting with fellow attendees.

 

8:00am – 4:00pm
Plaza Registration		 Registration
8:00am – 9:00am
Plaza Ballroom		 Breakfast
9:00am – 9:15am
Tuscany Ballroom		 Welcome to the 2026 Corcentric Symposium
Doug Clark, Chairman, Corcentric
9:15am – 10:00am
Tuscany Ballroom		 Executive Update
Matt Clark, President and CEO, Corcentric
10:00am – 11:00am
Tuscany Ballroom		 Life is Magic

Join Jon as he shares his extraordinary journey from unthinkable tragedy to a life defined by resilience, forgiveness, and purpose. After losing his mother in a horrific act committed by his father, Jon found unexpected healing in two unlikely places: magic and football. These passions carried him from the foster care system to a remarkable 14-year career in the NFL and eventually to becoming a finalist on America’s Got Talent.
Jon Dorenbos, Super Bowl Champion and Best-Selling Author
11:00am – 11:10am
Pre-function Area		 Break
11:10am – 12:00pm
Tuscany Ballroom		 Build a Better Future: 7 Mindsets for Navigating the Age of Acceleration

Robert will explore the seven mindsets needed to thrive in an era where change is accelerating faster than ever before. In this session, he shares practical strategies for staying adaptable, anticipating emerging opportunities, and taking bold, future‑focused action. Robert’s insights challenge conventional thinking and equip leaders to navigate uncertainty with confidence while shaping a stronger, more resilient future.
Robert Tucker, Innovation Expert and Business Futurist
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Plaza Ballroom		 Lunch
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Tuscany Ballroom		 Accelerate Your Outlook: Key Economic Drivers for 2026 and Beyond

Ron Insana delivers a clear, actionable economic update that distills complex market forces into insights business leaders can immediately use. Recognized as one of the “Top 100 Business News Journalists of the 20th Century”, Insana will break down the key economic and market dynamics shaping 2026—including interest rate trends, labor market signals, and broader financial indicators—to help organizations anticipate challenges, identify opportunities, and plan strategically in an evolving economic landscape.
Ron Insana, CNBC Senior Analyst and Commentator; Trailblazing Financial Journalist; Bestselling Author; Financial Professional
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Tuscany Ballroom		 Accelerating Innovation: A Bold Roadmap for Future-Ready Leaders

Globally recognized innovation strategist and bestselling author Shawn Kanungo breaks down the emerging world of Agentic AI—what it truly is, what it can do, and the pivotal skill leaders need to thrive in an AI‑powered future. Drawing on his expertise at the intersection of creativity, business, and technology, Kanungo demystifies the next wave of intelligent systems while offering a bold, practical roadmap for adapting to rapid disruption. His forward‑thinking insight, honed through years of helping organizations navigate transformative technologies, equips audiences to embrace innovation with confidence and redefine what’s possible in a world being reshaped by AI.
Shawn Kanungo, Generative AI Strategist
3:00pm – 3:15pm
Tuscany Ballroom		 Transform Awards
3:15pm Grab ‘n Go Break
5:00pm – 7:00pm
Plaza Ballroom		 Tradeshow
7:00pm – 10:00pm
Tuscany Ballroom		 Dinner and Entertainment

WedneSday, February 11, 2026

Day 3

Begin your final day with a morning of engaging, insightful sessions. Then, enjoy a free afternoon to explore the vibrant city of Orlando, connect with fellow attendees, or join the fun at our Pickleball Tournament. The Symposium concludes with a celebratory Closing Dinner and evening entertainment—an unforgettable way to wrap up an incredible experience.

8:00am – 9:00am
Plaza Ballroom		 Breakfast
9:00am – 10:00am
Tuscany Ballroom		 Accelerate Forward: The Forces Redefining Work in a Rapidly Shifting World – Brett McGurk, CNN Global Affairs Analyst

Join Brett McGurk for an insightful discussion on the evolving global work environment, where he will explore how shifting geopolitical dynamics, emerging technologies, and new organizational expectations are reshaping the way institutions operate. Drawing on his extensive experience navigating complex international challenges, McGurk will examine the forces transforming today’s workplace, the skills and structures needed to thrive amid uncertainty, and what leaders should anticipate as the future of work continues to accelerate.
10:00am – 11:00am
Tuscany Ballroom		 From Friction to Flow: Optimizing B2B Commerce for Profitable Growth

B2B commerce is at an inflection point. ERP systems weren’t designed for today’s pace, AI has shifted expectations overnight, and teams are being asked to do more—with fewer resources—while still delivering measurable ROI. This panel will explore how leaders are responding: how they’re modernizing commerce, bridging internal systems to the outside world, leveraging AI responsibly, and building strategies that can flex as conditions change. We’ll also look at how these realities are shaping the next generation of B2B networks—including the thinking behind the Corcentric Business Network.
Moderator: Matt Clark, President and CEO, Corcentric
11:00am – 12:00pm
Tuscany Ballroom		 How to Be a Non-Obvious Thinker (And See What Others Miss)

What is the secret to being more innovative every day? For the past decade, Rohit Bhargava has advised some of the most pioneering organizations in the world from NASA to Disney on how to see what others miss. This session will reveal his signature four-step method to having better ideas. The future belongs to non-obvious thinkers and this is your guide to becoming one yourself.
Rohit Bhargava, Three-Time WSJ Best-Selling Author
12:00pm – 6:00pm Open Afternoon
1:00pm – 4:00pm Pickleball Tournament
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Tuscany Ballroom		 Closing Dinner & Entertainment