Tuesday, April 8th

6:15 PM - VIP Speaker Dinner - Oven & Tap - 215 S Main Street
 (For Speakers and VIP ticket holders)
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Museum of Native American History
202 SW O Street, Bentonville, AR 72712

Wednesday, April 9th

8:45 AM  - Registration
Arrive early, pick up your badge, and enjoy coffee and conversation as we prepare for a full day of innovation and insights.
 
9:00 AM – Welcome & Opening Remarks - AI, telecom, and supply chain innovations are creating new business opportunities and reshaping industries. This event sets the stage for how AI is driving the future of intelligent communications and logistics.
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution

9:15 AM - Community Introductions - Speakers & Delegates
Arrive early, pick up your badge, and enjoy coffee and conversation as we prepare for a full day of innovation and insights.

9:30 AM -  Fireside Chat: AI, Supply Chain & The Future of Intelligent Business 
How is AI reshaping supply chain efficiency, logistics, and enterprise operations? This discussion explores AI’s role in automation, business strategy, and transportation from both a corporate and venture capital perspective.
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution
Matt Waller - Leadership Chair, Sam Walton Business School, University of Arkansas & Strategic Advisor, NewRoad Capital Partners

10:00 AM -  Public Policy and Telecom Regulations: AI, Compliance & The Future - From branded calling and privacy to AI-driven fraud detection, this panel explores how regulation is adapting to the rapidly changing communications landscape.
Moderator:
Glenn Richards - Member, Dickinson Wright PLLC
Panelists:
Jeffrey Carlisle - Managing Member, Lerman Senter PLLC
Susan Nichols - General Counsel & Chief Privacy Officer, First Orion
Alex Quilici - CEO, YouMail

 

11:00 AM - Networking Break - Refuel, reconnect, and meet fellow attendees during this informal networking session.

11:15 AM - The Next Era of AI-Driven Business Communications & Automation - AI is revolutionizing how businesses communicate, automate workflows, and improve customer experiences. This session explores practical ways companies are using AI-powered tools to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and ensure regulatory compliance.
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution

11:45 AM - Revolutionizing Telecom with AI and vCons: Smarter Networks, Stronger Security & New Business Models - AI is transforming how businesses manage networks, secure data, and create new revenue opportunities while unlocking new business models in telecom and enterprise communications.
Moderator:
Chris Celiberti - Founder, The Infield Group
Panelists:
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution
Jon Brinton - Chief Revenue Officer, Crexendo

12:20 PM - Lunch Break - Explore Local Restaurants in Bentonville

2:10 PM - Fireside Chat: The AI-Powered Contact Center Revolution - AI is transforming customer service through voice bots, real-time analytics, and automation. Learn how companies are building smarter, faster, and more compliant contact centers.
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution
John Walter - President, Contact Center AI Association

2:30 PM - Fireside Chat: Securing Operational Technology (OT) in the Age of AI -Cybersecurity tools built for traditional IT environments often fall short in protecting Operational Technology (OT) — the systems that run factories, logistics networks, and critical infrastructure. Briana shares how purpose-built, AI-powered OT security can address these vulnerabilities and bring true visibility and protection to the edge
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution
Briana Sullivan - CEO, iolite secure

2:50 PM - Conversation: AI & Supply Chain Innovations – The Future of Logistics & Business Connectivity - AI is reshaping logistics and transportation, making global supply chains faster, more cost-efficient, and more resilient. This session explores how AI is helping companies predict demand, optimize routes, reduce waste, and improve overall supply chain performance.
Justin Cooper - President, The Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals
 
3:10 PM - Conversation: What if the next PBX is a Game Engine?- 

What if your next communications platform looked more like a 3D game than a phone system?

In this thought-provoking talk, we explore the idea of building PBX systems on top of game engines—unlocking immersive, spatial, and interactive experiences that rethink how we route calls, manage presence, and engage with others. This is where real-time communications meets real-time rendering. Are you ready to play?

Chris Maxwell - Immersive Technology Researcher, Firehouse Studios

3:30 PM - Fireside Chat: Where Investors Are Placing Bets: AI, Networks & the Future of Business Connectivity - Investors are betting big on AI-driven telecom, logistics, and enterprise automation. This session highlights where capital is flowing in AI-powered infrastructure, what’s driving investment in smart networks, and how businesses can prepare for the future.
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution 
Lane Patterson - Partner, Highway Ventures

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4:00 PM - Northwest Arkansas – The Next Frontier for AI, Telecom & Enterprise Innovation - Northwest Arkansas is emerging as a leader in AI, supply chain technology, and enterprise innovation. This discussion explores why startups, investors, and tech companies are turning to Bentonville, and what’s next for the region’s AI-powered transformation.
Panelists:
Grace Gill - Operations Manager, Fuel  Accelerator 
Joe Comizio - Partner, Highway Ventures
Brandom Gengelbach - President & CEO, Bentonville Chamber of Commerce

4:45 PM - Closing Remarks & Call to Action – Reflect on the day’s insights and walk away inspired to act. Whether you’re building, investing, or transforming your business, the future starts now.
Jeff Pulver - Founder, VON: Evolution