Epoch | Epoch Connect 2026 | May 13-14, 2026
epoch connect 2026
May 13 – 14, 2026 Pier 70, San Francisco
A 2-day conference for top leaders and innovators to connect, learn, and share knowledge on employee engagement and experience for our new way of work.
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Register for our pre-conference Welcome Hour!
Join us for facilitated networking, food & drinks, and optional padel ball on the side. Join in or cheer folks on. 🏓
AGENDA
Pre-Event Welcome Hour: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
4:00 – 4:30 PM
Doors open, guests arrive
4:30 – 5:30 PM
Activities begin: Padel ball and Mini Activiation
For those playing padel ball, activities begin (rotation format), with coaches onsite.
The ERG Movement with Maceo Owens will be leading a mini-activation for those who build internal communities!
For those supporting on sidelines, food and beverages will be available, with facilitated networking.
Maceo Owens
The ERG Movement
5:30 - 6:00 PM
"Pro" break and intermission
6:00 - 6:30 PM
Final set & wrap-up
Day 1: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Check-in & Breakfast ☕
Limited parking spots will be available – if you're driving to the conference please arrive early to secure a spot!
9:30 – 9:45 AM
Connect 2026 Kickoff Opening Remarks by Jade Choy
Kick off the conference with Jade Choy, Co-founder & CEO of Epoch.
9:45 - 10:00 AM
Facilitated Speed Networking 🤝
10:00 - 10:25 AM
The New Teaming Loop: Upgrading Leadership in the Age of AI
Epoch Connect Day 1 Keynote
Vijay Pendakur
Leadership Expert and Coach
10:25 - 10:45 AM
Break & Stretch
10:45 – 11:35 AM
From Rituals to Milestones: Designing Culture-Defining Employee Experiences
Jeffrey Huang
Salesforce
Rachel Dorcelien
Notion
Jade choy
Epoch
11:35 – 11:50 AM
Remarks & Reflection
Reflect on the first half of the day and a word from our sponsor.
11:50 – 12:50 PM
Lunch & Conversations 🥗
Enjoy catered lunch with some guided icebreakers. Check out our "Learn about Epoch" booth!
12:50 - 1:40 PM
The Architecture of Trust: Crafting Magnetic Workspaces That Pull People In
Giana Rodriguez
GoFundMe
Nicole Senior
Canva
Ryne Raymond
FanDuel
1:40 - 2:00 PM
Break 🍩
Check out our "Learn about Epoch" booth!
2:00 - 2:45 PM
Guided Networking
Ashley Frabasilio
Stride.
2:45 - 3:00 PM
Closing Remarks
Wrap up the first day with Jade Choy, Co-founder & CEO of Epoch.
3:00 - 4:15 PM
Connect Kick-Off Celebration 🥂
Day 2: Thursday, May 14, 2026
9:00 – 10:00 AM
Optional Morning Energizer & Breakfast ☕
Limited parking spots will be available – if you're driving to the conference please arrive early to secure a spot!
Sound Bath
Walk + Talk
10:00 – 10:30 AM
Opening Remarks & Breakfast Continues
Kick off the second day with Jade Choy, Co-founder & CEO of Epoch.
10:30 – 11:00 AM
Keynote
Sarah Keimig
Alaska Airlines
Meeta Vyas
Workday
Damion Wright
Intuit
11:00 - 11:15 AM
Facilitated Speed Networking 🤝
11:15 - 11:30 AM
Break
11:30 - 12:10 PM
Workplace Connection & Belonging: Building Culture for Everyone
Lawrenthia Usher
Gusto
Sean Cervera
Scopely
Daniel Nguyen
Match Group
Keith Choy
Epoch
12:10 – 1:10 PM
Lunch & Conversations 🥗
Enjoy catered lunch with some guided icebreakers. Check out our "Learn about Epoch" booth!
1:10 – 1:25 PM
Remarks & Reflection
Reflect on the first half of the day and a word from our sponsor, and a surprise notation.
1:25 - 2:25 PM
Choose your own adventure:
The ERG OS: Designing Repeatable Systems for Global ERG Success
Shaina Poulard
NerdWallet
Glenn E. Newman Jr.
Lead With Empathy
The Connection Blueprint: Designing Intentional Space and Ritual in a Tech-Driven World
Omar Ramirez
Athena Blue Global
2:25 - 2:35 PM
Stretch & Reconvene
2:35 - 2:45 PM
Closing Remarks
Wrap up the conference with Jade Choy, Co-founder & CEO of Epoch. Thanks for joining us this year!
2:45 - 4:15 PM
Connect Wrap-Up Celebration 🥂
*Agenda is subject to change.
speakers
Damion Wright
Global HR Programs Leader
Daniel Nguyen
Sr. Inclusion & Culture Partner
Giana Rodriguez
Director of Workplace and Employee Experience
Glenn E. Newman Jr.
Founder & Principal Consultant at Lead With Empathy
Jeffrey Huang
Director of Employee Engagement & Events
Lawrenthia Usher
Head of People Programs, Culture & Inclusion
Maceo Owens
CEO (Chief ERG Operator)
Meeta Vyas
Senior Product Manager, Digital Employee Experience
Nicole Senior
US Vibes Lead
Omar Ramirez
Global Strategy Leader
Rachel Dorcelien
Global Head of Employee Experience
Ryne Raymond
Director of Workspace, Global
Sean Cervera
Head of People Programs, Culture & Inclusion
Shaina Poulard
Global Senior Director, HRBPs, Total Rewards, Enablement & Belonging
Vijay Pendakur
Leadership Expert and Coach
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