LA TechConnect 2026

Description

​Decisions worth a day together

​This is an invitation-only, one-day conference for Directors, VPs, Heads and C-Level Product and Engineering Leaders in Los Angeles and Orange County. Hear how organizations have evolved their AI implementation, compare approaches with peers, and explore what those choices mean for your teams.

​2026 theme: Evolved. AI agents and new operating models available in 2026 have resulted in evolved strategies and practices. Some of the leading minds will share how they have adapted their organizations and workflows, and provide practical examples and suggestions to help us all move forward.

​The room is vetted for seniority, screened for vendors, and capped for candor. Register below, and we'll review your request before your card is charged.

​What the day covers:

​It's a highly efficient 1-day event where Product and Eng Executives cover practical tactics and strategies on how workflow and employee management is done. If you're a Product or Engineering leader looking to maximize your situational awareness, this one is for you.

​2026 agenda: techconnect-la.com

• ​Morning Keynote: Dan Gill, CPTO, Carvana "What a team a year ahead looks like"

• ​Presentation: Hersh Tapadia, CEO Allstacks "Why Software Factories are Failing"

• ​Panel: "Beyond Product: How Organizations Are Evolving with AI"

• ​Lunch

• ​Afternoon Keynote: Cassandra Campbell, SVP Product & Tech, Plug "Everything I need to know about AI-native product, I learned in kindergarten"

• ​Presentation: Eric Girard, Nvidia "Accelerating the Future of Entertainment"

• ​Networking session

• ​Workshop: Travis Johnson, Claude Ambassador

• ​Closing Remarks

​Logistics

​Thursday, November 12, 2026 · 8:15 AM – 4:30 PM UCLA Breakfast, lunch, and snacks included

​Registration Submit your registration below. We review every request against the Director-level-and-above bar and relevancy and you'll hear back within a few business days. Your card won't be charged until you're approved. Most attendees expense their ticket: we provide a justification letter and can invoice your company directly on request.