The lineup
Who spoke at The Welcome Conference 2026?
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Arthur C. Brooks Social Scientist, Professor & Author
Dex Hunter-Torricke Founder, Center for Tomorrow
Duncan Wardle Former Head of Innovation & Creativity, Disney
Eric Ripert Chef & Co-Owner, Le Bernardin
Ryan Leak Speaker & Author
Will Guidara Host, Restaurateur & Author, Unreasonable Hospitality
Max Major MentalistIs this you? Claim →
Melissa Clark Food Columnist & Cookbook Author, The New York TimesIs this you? Claim →
Ruth Rogers Chef, Restaurateur & Co-Founder, The River CafeIs this you? Claim →
Yéwándé Komolafe Staff Columnist & Cookbook Author, The New York TimesIs this you? Claim →
Frequently asked
- Who spoke at The Welcome Conference 2026?
- 10 speakers, including Arthur C. Brooks, Dex Hunter-Torricke, Duncan Wardle, Eric Ripert, and Ryan Leak.
- What did The Welcome Conference 2026 cover?
- Topics include Artificial Intelligence, Communication & Influence, Creative Thinking, Customer Experience (CX), Digital Transformation, and Executive Leadership.
- When and where was The Welcome Conference 2026?
- Oct 5, 2026 in New York.
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