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Simulation Leadership Summit 2026 Schedule

P​rovisional Outline Schedule

In response to feedback and requests from attendees at previous events, the 2026 Summit program has been expanded to include additional sessions and material.

A​n outline schedule, based on current plans, is provided below. Further information will be added as it becomes available.

W​ednesday

1​2pm

L​unch/Network

1.30pmFocus Group #1
2.30pmFocus Group #2
3.30pmFocus Group #3
T​hursday
8.30amOpening Remarks - Call to Order
Welcome from NAFEMS
9.00amKey Note #1
9.45 amBreak
10.15amSponsor 1 - Industry Perspective
10.30amShaping the future of Engineering Simulation - Project Updates
11.15amInvited Speaker #1
12pmLunch/Network
1.15pmWorking Session Breakout #1
2.30pm Break
2.45pmSponsor 2 - Industry Perspective
3.00pmNotes from the Front Presentations
4pm Break
4.15pmWorking Session Breakout #2
5.30pmClose-up Session
6pm Reception
7pm - 9pmDinner
F​riday
8.30amOpening Remarks
8.45amKey Note #2
9.20amBreak
9.50amInvited speaker Presentation
10.30amSponsor 3 - Industry Perspective
10.45amWorking Sessions #3
12pmLunch/Network
1.30pmRapid Fire - Working Session Outcomes & Ideas
2.30pmClose-up Session