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November 17-19, 2026, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
November 17-19, 2026, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The Phocuswright Conference

One of our fastest growing networking sessions: The Startup Program

Published September 2023

YOU, ME & POWERFUL CONNECTIONS FOR STARTUPS AND MENTORS

This is the Startup Program

The essence of The Phocuswright Conference is creating mutually beneficial connections for the smartest people in the industry.

We created the Startup Program to satiate the need for entrepreneurs to network with and learn from attentive travel executives and investors. And just as importantly, give mentors direct access to a pool of the freshest startups and ideas.

But what exactly happens during the program? Let us outline it for you:

Join an intimate roundtable led by two mentors on a topic of interest to you.

Expect topics like: Venture Capital, Strategic Partnerships, Technology, Hospitality, Marketing/Personalization/Distribution Strategies

You'll secure your seat at the roundtable of your choice in the event app prior to the conference.

Mentor one-on-ones are scheduled following the roundtables, with the opportunity to schedule more outside of the structured time.

You can choose who you would like to connect with prior to the program.

Mentors include: Darren Henley, Lisa Katsouraki, Stephen Joyce, Mat Orrego, Stuart Greif, Kristi Choi & more.

We've included over 15 hours of structured networking time within the conference, giving you plenty of time to meet with fellow Startup Program attendees. That’s 15 hours of coffee breaks, evening cocktail receptions and more.

"The one on one connections the first day were outstanding. I gained a lot of insights and contacts.”

"As it was at the beginning of the conference the little networking was helpful for rest of the conference, as I could make a new connection right away.”

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