BiGTHINKERS

THE premier professional development event creating tomorrow’s leaders today

23-24 October 2026 | Wyndham Lake Buena Vista | Disney Springs, FL

IEEE‑USA BiG Thinkers brings industry leaders and rising professionals together to fuel growth, sharpen leadership skills, and ignite new opportunities. Engage with peers, hear visionary perspectives, build meaningful connections and leave with actionable inspiration to take your career to the next level.

IEEE-USA BiG Thinkers
IEEE-USA BiG Thinkers

BiGTHINKERS

THE premier professional development event creating tomorrow’s leaders today

23-24 October 2026

Wyndham Lake Buena Vista
Disney Springs, FL

IEEE-USA BiG Thinkers brings together the brightest minds from across a wide range of industries and disciplines to accelerate the professional growth and leadership skills of early and mid-career professionals. Connect with peers from across a wide range of industries and disciplines to experience visionary talks, unique networking events, and actionable career inspiration.

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IEEE-USA BiG Thinkers
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Learn from World-Class Speakers

Featuring expert speakers and sessions, BiG Thinkers offers two days of in-depth training and inspiration.

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  • Kari Byron

    Trailblazer in the World of Science, Adventure, and Travel Television

  • Eric Robison

    Disney Artist & Imagineer

  • Dylan Sisson

    Head of RenderMan Creative Engagement, Pixar Animation Studios

  • Mike Pell

    Envisioneer | Director, The Microsoft Garage - NYC

Meet the SpeakersMeet the Speakers

Kari Byron

Science, Adventure & Travel TV Trailblazer

Eric Robison

Disney Artist & Imagineer

Mike Pell

Envisioneer | Director, The Microsoft Garage – NYC

Two days. Four tracks. Endless inspiration.

Join us at BiG Thinkers in Orlando to be immersed in BiG Thoughts, BiG Inspiration and BiG Impact, while envisioning the BiG Future ahead. BiG Thinkers will combine keynote speakers and sessions that provide actionable insights, real world knowledge and future outlook with a vibrant, fun, engaging and captivating atmosphere.

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BiG Thoughts

Keynotes from World-class Thinkers, Innovators and Creative Leaders

BiG Inspiration

Creativity, Out-of-the-box Thinking, Bold Ideas & Visionaries

BiG Future

Technology, Trends, AI, Cloud, Autonomy, Smart Living

BiG Impact

Career Empowerment, Leadership, Self-improvement

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Wyndham Lake Buena Vista

Stay where you learn. Sleep BiG.

BiG Thinkers will take place at the Wyndham Lake Buena Vista in the heart of Disney Springs. Stay on-site and take advantage of reduced room rates for BiG Thinkers attendees with two distinct lodging options.

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We Don’t Just Bring BiG Sessions — We Bring BiG Fun

After a full day of thought leadership, collaboration, and learning, the energy doesn’t stop. Join us in the evening for BiG Fun at our offsite networking event at Planet Hollywood’s Stargazers Lounge. It’s the perfect setting to unwind, connect with fellow attendees and presenters, and enjoy a lively atmosphere right in the heart of the Disney Springs entertainment district.

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