2026 Speakers

Gartner experts and global thought leaders deliver the latest insights at Gartner Product Leadership Conference 2026 in Texas.

Keynote Speakers

Our keynotes are the foundation of every Gartner conference. Meet visionaries and tech innovators who'll inspire moments of clarity and address your mission-critical priorities.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

What matters is bookings, not impressions. In this lab, you’ll design a paid social campaign for your property: pick platforms, build audience.

MULTIPLE INDUSTRY AWARD-WINNER

Brand Innovators "40 Under 40"Skift "Best Social Presence – Hotels"Skift "Best Social Presence – Hotels"

Featured Gartner Experts

Meet a selection of Gartner experts dedicated to turning industry trends into actionable, objective guidance.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton

Hospitality Net

Aaron Schmaltz is a Senior Inbound Professor at HubSpot. His passion for education began with his Mom (a middle school orchestra teacher), and has been refined through his years in onboarding, private training, and customer success. Aaron also spent time in real estate, cybersecurity, and hospitality, and it's been incredible to witness firsthand how HubSpot can help grow your business across industries. When not composing curriculum, Aaron enjoys carving wooden spoons, crafting cocktails, and spending time with his family in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Speaker Topics

Product Experience OptimizationDriving Customer Adoption and ExpansionChannel and Tech Partner Enablement

Speaker Sessions

9:3010:00

Strategic foundation: bridging business goals with real results

In 30 minutes, you'll lock your top three business goals and map each to a clear social objective—the first section of your strategy blueprint done.

#strategy#goals
Yamini Yamini Rangan
Matt Matt Sornson
11:0011:30

Building lasting customer relationships in hospitality

Discover proven strategies for creating memorable guest experiences that drive loyalty and repeat business in the competitive hospitality industry.

#hospitality#customer-success
Yamini Yamini Rangan
Matt Matt Sornson
Ready to join us in London?

Turn your hotel’s social media into a revenue and reputation engine in 2 days.

We're committed to delivering everything listed here. In rare cases, speaker availability or unforeseen circumstances may require adjustments — always with the goal of ensuring the best possible experience for delegates.

Whitney Reynolds

Ex-Global Director, IHG and Kimpton

Hospitality Net

Aaron Schmaltz is a Senior Inbound Professor at HubSpot. His passion for education began with his Mom (a middle school orchestra teacher), and has been refined through his years in onboarding, private training, and customer success. Aaron also spent time in real estate, cybersecurity, and hospitality, and it's been incredible to witness firsthand how HubSpot can help grow your business across industries. When not composing curriculum, Aaron enjoys carving wooden spoons, crafting cocktails, and spending time with his family in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Speaker Topics

Product Experience OptimizationDriving Customer Adoption and ExpansionChannel and Tech Partner Enablement

Speaker Sessions

9:3010:00

Strategic foundation: bridging business goals with real results

In 30 minutes, you'll lock your top three business goals and map each to a clear social objective—the first section of your strategy blueprint done.

#strategy#goals
Yamini Yamini Rangan
Matt Matt Sornson
11:0011:30

Building lasting customer relationships in hospitality

Discover proven strategies for creating memorable guest experiences that drive loyalty and repeat business in the competitive hospitality industry.

#hospitality#customer-success
Yamini Yamini Rangan
Matt Matt Sornson