Redefining work. A immersive 2-day #futureofwork experience for founders, executives & people leaders. Oakland Museum of Califonria Sept. 23-24, 2026.
Oakland, CA
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In one month, hundreds of leaders, founders, researchers, creatives, and builders will gather at the Oakland Museum of California.
Some will be meeting for the first time. Others have been returning to Responsive for years.What makes a conference feel different?
Tolerating uncertainty is a superpower.
As Simone Stolzoff shared, individuals with higher levels of uncertainty tolerance tend to be more innovative and creative because they’re willing to sit with the discomfort that comes from making something new.
He illustrated this with the story of Glitch – a startup that looked wildly successful on paper, with millions raised and tens of thousands of users. But its founder, Stewart Butterfield, sensed something wasn’t quite right.
Some of the most meaningful moments at a conference don't happen during a keynote or workshop but when people create something together.
Through storytelling, hands-on creativity, and shared experiences, participants will discover how art can dissolve silos, build trust, and create the kind of connection teams need to do their best work.
So excited for this session!
As AI continues to reshape the workplace, many organizations are focused on technology. But an equally important question remains: what happens to talent, leadership, and human development when the nature of work has changed?
Michelle Vitus is the founder and CEO of Slate, where she advises organizations on leadership, culture, and talent strategy. At Responsive Conference, Michelle is hosting “AI & Talent: An Unfiltered Fishbowl,” a candid conversation exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping talent strategy, leadership, and organizational capability.
Alongside Michelle Wagner, Lucia Guillory, PhD, and Brandon Sammut, these speakers will discuss how organizations are preparing employees for new ways of working, how leadership expectations are changing, and what companies must do to support both performance and human development in an AI-enabled workplace.
And because it's a fishbowl, the conversation isn't limited to the speakers. An open seat at the table invites attendees to jump in, challenge assumptions, share their own experiences, and become part of the discussion.
The future of work won't be shaped by one company, one industry, or one perspective.
It will be shaped by people who are willing to stay curious, challenge assumptions, and learn from one another.
That's what brings people to Responsive Conference every year.
Leaders from different backgrounds come together to explore the questions that matter most—from AI and organizational change to leadership, culture, and building more responsive organizations. Every session, workshop, and conversation adds another perspective to the discussion.
Ten years ago, the Responsive.org Manifesto laid out that “The rate of change continues to accelerate” and “The future is increasingly hard to predict.”
Today, those principles are more relevant than ever.
It's a place to challenge assumptions, learn from one another, and explore new ways of responding to an increasingly complex world.
As technology, AI, shifting economies, and global events continue to reshape how we work, organizations can't rely on yesterday's playbook.
Responsive is designed for leaders who want to navigate uncertainty with curiosity, resilience, and intention.
Join us at Responsive Conference and connect with a community committed to building organizations that are ready for whatever comes next.
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