Innovations Conference

The League for Innovation in the Community College is proud to present the 29th annual Innovations Conference, taking place March 15-18, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. All conference activities will be hosted at the JW Marriott Indianapolis. This event is hosted by Ivy Tech Community College.

Recognized as the premier gathering for professionals committed to advancing the community college mission, the Innovations Conference offers an international platform for exchanging ideas; showcasing breakthrough programs; and fostering cross-sector collaboration in teaching, leadership, and institutional development.

Welcome Breakfast and Opening Session

Education at the Speed of Business: How Community Colleges Are
Becoming the Engine of America’s Workforce and Economic Growth


Geoff Cramer
Founder
Futures Inc.

Jon Gardner
Senior Leader
Strategic Partnerships
Owens Corning Roofing

Nate Hurn
Director
Government Affairs
CAT Simulators
 

Lisa Larson
CEO
Education Design Lab

Holly Miller
Federal Liaison
NASA Office of
STEM Engagement

Sunday General Session

Innovation at the Sector Level
 

Michael Gavin
President and CEO
Alliance for Higher Education

Monday General Session

The Community College AI Advantage:
From Access to Innovation


France Hoang
Co-Founder and CEO
BoodleBox

 

Tuesday General Session

AI in Action: A Conversation With League AI Fellows


Rufus Glasper
President and CEO
League for Innovation in the Community College

Kurt Hoffman
Senior Vice President
Instructional and Student Affairs
Allegany College of Maryland

Chadd Engel
Manager
AI Initiatives and Outcomes
Waubonsee Community College

Joanne Fish
Associate Dean
Humanities
Jefferson College

Closing General Session

Holding Steady Through Disruption: Innovation, Belonging, and the Work That Is Ours to Do
and
League Awards Celebration

Mary F.T. Spilde
Director, Executive Leadership Institute
League for Innovation in the Community College

Conference Tracks

  • Leadership and Organization
  • Learning and Teaching
  • Student Support and Development
  • Workforce Preparation and Development

Conference Features

  • Innovative and engaging keynote speakers discussing critical issues facing community college educators
  • Thought-provoking breakout sessions (special sessions, forums, roundtable discussions, and poster sessions)
  • Recognition of League award recipients
  • Solutions Center featuring higher education products and services
  • Opportunities to exchange ideas with colleagues throughout the event

Conference App

The League’s event app* provides all the information you need for a rewarding conference experience. This interactive app allows you to explore Innovations Conference activities, create your own schedule, find information about sponsors and the Solutions Center, connect with other participants, and so much more.

*A draft schedule is available here for those who prefer a hard copy. However, the most current program information will be found on the conference app. PLEASE NOTE: Hard copy schedules will not be available onsite.