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IEEE‑USA, a space for U.S. engineers and technologists, debuts BiG Thinkers, a new national event designed to foster creativity, strengthen leadership, and accelerate career advancement, according to event organizers. Slated for October 23-24, 2026, in Orlando, IEEE-USA BiG Thinkers brings together innovators and early‑career professionals for two days of connection and future‑focused learning.
This event is reportedly designed to foster ingenuity and resourcefulness among aspiring leaders in diverse tech careers, event organizers say. Register now at thebigthinkers.com. The tentative program for the event is available here.
"BiG Thinkers is the first IEEE‑USA event designed to develop the whole person — not just technical skills, but imagination, creativity, leadership, and purpose," shares Barry Tilton, IEEE-USA president. "By bringing tech together with artistry and bold thinking, we're creating a new formula for ambitious professionals to build momentum, fulfillment, and lasting impact throughout their careers."
IEEE-USA BiG Thinkers takes place at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista in Disney Springs, FL. Attendees will experience keynote sessions from leaders and creatives. The speaker list includes:
The IEEE-USA BiG Thinkers program is structured across several content tracks:
The inaugural BiG Thinkers event is launching with support from AMBA, administrator of the IEEE Group Insurance Program, underwritten by New York Life Insurance Company, with additional partners to be announced.
Early-bird registration is open until July 31, enabling attendees to save $100 and secure a seat at $295 for IEEE members and $395 for non-members.
IEEE-USA promotes the careers and public policy interests of nearly 160,000 engineering, computing, and technology professionals who are U.S. members of IEEE, a large technical professional organization dedicated to advancing technology.
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