Innovation Date

Join us for a dynamic event designed to inspire, educate, and connect professionals who are passionate about driving innovation in supply chain management. This exclusive experience brings together leading companies and cutting-edge solution providers to spark meaningful conversations, share real-world insights, and explore the future of supply chain transformation.

More details about the agenda, speakers, and additional event information will be announced soon.

The University of Chicago,
Gleacher Center | Chicago, IL

Tuesday, September 1 |
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Innovation Day 2026

Why you shouldn't miss it

  • Explore game-changing trends in global logistics and supply chain

  • Connect and expand your network with industry experts

  • Unlock strategies
    for competitive advantage

  • Elevate innovation
    with cutting-edge technology

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150

Guests

75

Companies

15

Breakout Sessions

Join Us for a Pre-Event Dinner
at Smith & Wollensky

PRE EVENT

Start your Innovation Day experience with a special dinner at a classic steakhouse with great views of the Chicago River. It’s the perfect setting to enjoy good food and connect with industry leaders before the main event.

Date: August 31 Time: 6:00 p.m.

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today for an unforgettable evening that blends culinary delights with professional networking. Reserve your place now

2026 Topics at a Glance

Innovation Day 2026 offers a well-rounded, immersive experience through four thoughtfully
curated tracks, each focused on a critical pillar of modern supply chain strategy:

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    The Unified
    Data Foundation

    Agentic AI is only as good as the data beneath it. Discover how unified, real-time data turns fragmented systems into a single source of truth, the foundation every autonomous decision depends on.

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    The Cognitive
    Supply Chain

    Presented by Blue Yonder Blue Yonder

    One platform. One data model. Decisions at machine speed. Discover Blue Yonder’s Cognitive Solutions, where AI agents see, analyze, decide, and act across planning, warehouse, and transportation, with full visibility into how every decision was made. See the migration path, and what becomes possible on the other side.

  • 3

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    The Agentic
    Supply Chain

    Agentic AI has moved from concept to execution. See how AI agents evaluate suppliers, monitor risk, and decide at machine speed across planning, warehouse, and transportation, and where autonomy delivers measurable ROI.

  • 4

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    The AI-Enabled
    Enterprise

    The next generation of supply chain leaders will not run on legacy systems. Explore how organizations modernize the operational core, from ERP to cloud-native platforms, to become digital native by design.

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    Physical AI
    & The Warehouse

    Automation is entering its next stage: physical AI. See how autonomous robotics, orchestrated with your execution systems, transforms warehouse performance under labor pressure.

Learn from these leaders
and game changers

  • KEYNOTE SPEAKER
    Keith Goldsmith

    Keith
    Goldsmith

    CEO
    RealCold

     
  • Marc Sherman

    Marc
    Sherman

    EVP Third Party Logistics
    KGPCo

     
  • Kristi Montgomery

    Kristi
    Montgomery

    Vice President,
    Strategic Transformation
    Kenco
     
  • Mohit Panwar

    Mohit
    Panwar

    Sr. Product Manager for
    Gen AI & Machine Learning
    Honeywell
     

End Innovation Day at
the iconic LondonHouse Rooftop

You'll enjoy cocktails, exceptional city views, and meaningful conversations with supply chain leaders, the perfect setting to continue networking in the heart of downtown Chicago.

Date: September 1 Time: 6:00 p.m.

secure your seat now
POST EVENT
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Nearby accommodation option for
Innovation Day attendees

For your stay during Innovation Day, we recommend the following nearby hotel,
conveniently located close to the event venue.

Innovation Date
The University of Chicago, Gleacher Center | Chicago, IL

Tuesday, September 1 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Our Sponsors

Strategic Partner

Blue Yonder
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Platinum

Honeywell
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Gold

Hy-tek
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