
AMA Futures 2026: Forge is not a sit-back-and-listen event. It’s a challenge to shape the future of marketing by dismantling outdated assumptions, testing your mettle, and stepping into a bolder model of leadership.
AI is transforming how we work | Culture is rewriting relevance | Expectations of talent and leadership are evolving in real time.
AMA Futures brings together the insights, tools, and connections to turn disruption into action.
Expect an immersive mix of masterclasses and labs, main-stage power talks, case clinics, and hands-on workshops exploring the transformation of culture, technology, and talent, all led by some of the industry’s most provocative changemakers.
You’re not here simply to attend. You’re here to challenge convention, sharpen your thinking, and architect what’s next!
Agenda at a glance
- Day 1 (Nov 3) FoundationKeynotes, Masterclasses and Labs9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Day 2 (Nov 4) ProvocationKeynotes, Case Clinics, Power Talks9:00 AM - 5:00PM
- Cocktail Hour / Networking5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Day 3 (Nov 5) ApplicationWorkshops and Experiences9:00 AM - 4:30PM
Speaker Line Up
Meet some of the changemakers leading our Futures sessions.

Doug Stephens
Founder & President
Retail Prophet

Whitney Bell
Chief Marketing Officer
Toronto Tempo

Karla Congson
CEO
agentiiv

David Kincaid
Founder and Chair
Level5 Strategy
- Days39
- Hours13
- Minutes35