September 12-15, 2027 | Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center | Kissimmee, FL

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Innovation Theater Schedule

This engaging education space is open to all and includes short sessions to provide impactful insights.

Located in the Exhibit Showcase, in Delta Lobby BCD​

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Sun Sep 13
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Innovation Theater: How to Make the Most of APC

4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience.

…
Read More
First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience. Join ASAP team members Leah Warwick and Reji Johnson as they give you the insider scoop on how APC is structured and how to navigate sessions, networking opportunities, and conference resources like a pro. Discover how to use the event app and the ASAP Circle to connect with fellow attendees, sign up for Braindates to dive deep into topics you care about, visit the ASAP Hub (which includes Rewrite your Role, the Administrative Intelligence™ Hotspot, and Make The Case) and continue to get hands-on in Labs for interactive, skill-building experiences. Walk away with a game plan that makes every minute of APC count — because the best conference experience doesn't happen by accident. Whether you're brand new or returning for another year, this is the smartest session you'll spend at APC.
Leah Warwick
Reji Johnson
Sun Sep 13
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Gant Travel - How to Separate Real AI from Marketing Hype

4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Every travel management company seems to claim they use AI, but how can you tell what's real? Join Phil Hoskins, VP of Sales at Gant Travel, as he shares

…
Read More
Every travel management company seems to claim they use AI, but how can you tell what's real? Join Phil Hoskins, VP of Sales at Gant Travel, as he shares the questions you should be asking to evaluate AI in business travel. Learn how to identify meaningful automation, understand when human expertise matters most, and separate proven technology from marketing buzz so you can make more informed decisions. 
Phil Hoskins
Sun Sep 13
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM

Innovation Theater: How to Make the Most of APC

5:15 PM - 5:30 PM

First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience.

…
Read More
First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience. Join ASAP team members Leah Warwick and Reji Johnson as they give you the insider scoop on how APC is structured and how to navigate sessions, networking opportunities, and conference resources like a pro. Discover how to use the event app and the ASAP Circle to connect with fellow attendees, sign up for Braindates to dive deep into topics you care about, visit the ASAP Hub (which includes Rewrite your Role, the Administrative Intelligence™ Hotspot, and Make The Case) and continue to get hands-on in Labs for interactive, skill-building experiences. Walk away with a game plan that makes every minute of APC count — because the best conference experience doesn't happen by accident. Whether you're brand new or returning for another year, this is the smartest session you'll spend at APC.
Leah Warwick
Reji Johnson
Sun Sep 13
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM

Innovation Theater: Your Professional Community Doesn't End After the Conference

5:45 PM - 6:00 PM
What's the secret to building a professional network that supports you long after the conference is over?   Join ASAP Circle Community Managers Nakia Whittaker and Deanna Danger for…
Read More
First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience. Join ASAP team members Leah Warwick and Reji Johnson as they give you the insider scoop on how APC is structured and how to navigate sessions, networking opportunities, and conference resources like a pro. Discover how to use the event app and the ASAP Circle to connect with fellow attendees, sign up for Braindates to dive deep into topics you care about, visit the ASAP Hub (which includes Rewrite your Role, the Administrative Intelligence™ Hotspot, and Make The Case) and continue to get hands-on in Labs for interactive, skill-building experiences. Walk away with a game plan that makes every minute of APC count — because the best conference experience doesn't happen by accident. Whether you're brand new or returning for another year, this is the smartest session you'll spend at APC.
Deanna Danger
Nakia Whittaker
Mon Sep 14
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Nova

10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Maggie Olson
Mon Sep 14
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Innovation Theater: ASAP Certifications

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for,

…
Read More
Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for, what you'll learn, and a walkthrough of the newest program. Bring your questions!
Ellie Purgavie
Mon Sep 14
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Edible

12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
Julie Thomas
Mon Sep 14
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Troop Travel - Quick Tips for Smaller Meeting Planning Decisions

1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Whether you're choosing a location, setting dates, or evaluating venues, the best planners don't wing it. They work from a consistent set of checks that keep meetings

…
Read More
Elle Edberg
Tue Sep 15
10:20 AM - 10:35 AM

Innovation Theater: The Making of an Award-Winning Idea: A Moderated Discussion with ASAP’s 2026 Award Winners

10:20 AM - 10:35 AM

What really happens between having a great idea and seeing it make an impact? Go behind the scenes with ASAP’s four 2026 Award winners as they unpack the thinking,

…
Read More
What really happens between having a great idea and seeing it make an impact? Go behind the scenes with ASAP’s four 2026 Award winners as they unpack the thinking, challenges, and turning points behind their award-winning initiatives. Moderated by 2025 ASAP Impact Award winner Victoria Worsham, this candid conversation will explore what inspired their projects, what made them successful, what they would do differently, and what you can learn from their experiences as you tackle your own initiatives.
Victoria Worsham
Rebekah Bennett
Yvonne Acevedo
Rosalyn Adams-Fontanez
Skyler Munson
Tue Sep 15
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Innovation Theater: ASAP Certifications

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for,

…
Read More
Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for, what you'll learn, and a walkthrough of the newest program. Bring your questions!
Ellie Purgavie
Sun Sep 13
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Innovation Theater: How to Make the Most of APC

4:15 PM - 4:30 PM

First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience.

…
Read More
First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience. Join ASAP team members Leah Warwick and Reji Johnson as they give you the insider scoop on how APC is structured and how to navigate sessions, networking opportunities, and conference resources like a pro. Discover how to use the event app and the ASAP Circle to connect with fellow attendees, sign up for Braindates to dive deep into topics you care about, visit the ASAP Hub (which includes Rewrite your Role, the Administrative Intelligence™ Hotspot, and Make The Case) and continue to get hands-on in Labs for interactive, skill-building experiences. Walk away with a game plan that makes every minute of APC count — because the best conference experience doesn't happen by accident. Whether you're brand new or returning for another year, this is the smartest session you'll spend at APC.
Leah Warwick
Reji Johnson
Sun Sep 13
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Gant Travel - How to Separate Real AI from Marketing Hype

4:45 PM - 5:00 PM

Every travel management company seems to claim they use AI, but how can you tell what's real? Join Phil Hoskins, VP of Sales at Gant Travel, as he shares

…
Read More
Every travel management company seems to claim they use AI, but how can you tell what's real? Join Phil Hoskins, VP of Sales at Gant Travel, as he shares the questions you should be asking to evaluate AI in business travel. Learn how to identify meaningful automation, understand when human expertise matters most, and separate proven technology from marketing buzz so you can make more informed decisions. 
Phil Hoskins
Sun Sep 13
5:15 PM - 5:30 PM

Innovation Theater: How to Make the Most of APC

5:15 PM - 5:30 PM

First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience.

…
Read More
First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience. Join ASAP team members Leah Warwick and Reji Johnson as they give you the insider scoop on how APC is structured and how to navigate sessions, networking opportunities, and conference resources like a pro. Discover how to use the event app and the ASAP Circle to connect with fellow attendees, sign up for Braindates to dive deep into topics you care about, visit the ASAP Hub (which includes Rewrite your Role, the Administrative Intelligence™ Hotspot, and Make The Case) and continue to get hands-on in Labs for interactive, skill-building experiences. Walk away with a game plan that makes every minute of APC count — because the best conference experience doesn't happen by accident. Whether you're brand new or returning for another year, this is the smartest session you'll spend at APC.
Leah Warwick
Reji Johnson
Sun Sep 13
5:45 PM - 6:00 PM

Innovation Theater: Your Professional Community Doesn't End After the Conference

5:45 PM - 6:00 PM
What's the secret to building a professional network that supports you long after the conference is over?   Join ASAP Circle Community Managers Nakia Whittaker and Deanna Danger for…
Read More
First time at APC — or just want to hit the ground running? This quick, high-energy orientation is your shortcut to a better conference experience. Join ASAP team members Leah Warwick and Reji Johnson as they give you the insider scoop on how APC is structured and how to navigate sessions, networking opportunities, and conference resources like a pro. Discover how to use the event app and the ASAP Circle to connect with fellow attendees, sign up for Braindates to dive deep into topics you care about, visit the ASAP Hub (which includes Rewrite your Role, the Administrative Intelligence™ Hotspot, and Make The Case) and continue to get hands-on in Labs for interactive, skill-building experiences. Walk away with a game plan that makes every minute of APC count — because the best conference experience doesn't happen by accident. Whether you're brand new or returning for another year, this is the smartest session you'll spend at APC.
Deanna Danger
Nakia Whittaker
Mon Sep 14
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Nova

10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Maggie Olson
Mon Sep 14
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Innovation Theater: ASAP Certifications

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for,

…
Read More
Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for, what you'll learn, and a walkthrough of the newest program. Bring your questions!
Ellie Purgavie
Mon Sep 14
12:30 PM - 12:45 PM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Edible

12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
Julie Thomas
Mon Sep 14
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Innovation Theater: Sponsored by Troop Travel - Quick Tips for Smaller Meeting Planning Decisions

1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Whether you're choosing a location, setting dates, or evaluating venues, the best planners don't wing it. They work from a consistent set of checks that keep meetings

…
Read More
Elle Edberg
Tue Sep 15
10:20 AM - 10:35 AM

Innovation Theater: The Making of an Award-Winning Idea: A Moderated Discussion with ASAP’s 2026 Award Winners

10:20 AM - 10:35 AM

What really happens between having a great idea and seeing it make an impact? Go behind the scenes with ASAP’s four 2026 Award winners as they unpack the thinking,

…
Read More
What really happens between having a great idea and seeing it make an impact? Go behind the scenes with ASAP’s four 2026 Award winners as they unpack the thinking, challenges, and turning points behind their award-winning initiatives. Moderated by 2025 ASAP Impact Award winner Victoria Worsham, this candid conversation will explore what inspired their projects, what made them successful, what they would do differently, and what you can learn from their experiences as you tackle your own initiatives.
Victoria Worsham
Rebekah Bennett
Yvonne Acevedo
Rosalyn Adams-Fontanez
Skyler Munson
Tue Sep 15
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Innovation Theater: ASAP Certifications

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for,

…
Read More
Not sure whether certification is right for you, or which program to enroll in? Join us for a look inside PACE and SEAC: who each credential is built for, what you'll learn, and a walkthrough of the newest program. Bring your questions!
Ellie Purgavie