Summit Agenda Overview

The Next Narrative Summit agenda is designed to spark bold thinking, strengthen leadership capacity, and equip attendees with practical tools for navigating today’s communications landscape. With a balance of keynote insights, dynamic roundtables, and focused panels, the day delivers both strategic depth and actionable takeaways.


  • 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Registration & Networking Breakfast
 Start the day by connecting with fellow communicators over coffee and conversation.

  • 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

Opening Remarks + Keynote Address
 An energizing kickoff to ground attendees in the day's purpose and the future of responsible communication.

  • 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Roundtable Session 1: Choose One
 Interactive peer discussions with a 10-minute expert perspective, followed by a 20-minute open dialogue.

  • What Now for Allies?

  • What Now for Inclusive Messaging?

  • Influencing the Media

  • 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM

Panel: What Now for Responsible Communications?
 How brands are protecting integrity and stakeholder trust in turbulent times.

  • 11:50 AM – 12:45 PM

Networking Lunch
 A casual mid-day opportunity to build connections.

  • 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM

Fireside Chat: The Relational Dynamics in Public Relations
 How systems of power shape communication—and how communicators can reshape them.

  • 1:45 PM – 2:45 PM

    Panel: The Future of the Workforce & Economic Landscape
     Exploring the intersection of innovation, financial responsibility, and inclusive growth.

  • 2:45 PM – 3:15 PM

Roundtable Session 2: Choose One
 Intimate group discussions tackling leadership, legal strategy, and alignment.

  • Mitigating Risk in Mentoring & Development

  • Leadership Integrity Under Pressure

  • Aligning Life and Leadership for Impact

  • 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM

Panel: Make Responsible Measurement Easy with AI
 Explore tools, frameworks, and market insights that connect inclusion to business impact.

  • 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM

Dialogue: Exit the Echo Chamber
 A masterclass in civil discourse and the power of thoughtful disagreement.

  • 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM

Community Session: Strength in Community
 Centering the role of partnerships and local impact in corporate inclusion efforts.

  • 5:45 PM – 6:30 PM

Closing Reception & Networking
 Close the day with a celebratory reception and meaningful connections. (Reception subject to sponsorship).