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DISCOVER TENWEST

Your Guide to Get the Most Out of TENWEST

Buying the right pass. Staying at the coolest place. Enjoying the best food (and some of the best Mexican food in America). We’ll help you navigate your six days of TENWEST awesomeness so you can make the most out of time at the Fest.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT TENWEST

We got you covered from morning to night with
lots of ways to get connected and stay inspired.

Here’s what makes up our week:

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TENWEST CONFERENCE

The heart of our festival. Our three-day conference helps you connect the dots across industries and perspectives. 2026 shared themes that unify all summits and keep TENWEST on the pulse of what’s next include:

  • AI & Emerging Tech

  • Marketing & Branding

  • Wellness & Resilience

  • Navigating a Changing Economy / World

  • Arts & Community

Conference Summits

Within the Conference, attendees will also have the ability to attend any of the following focused summits. These sessions are open to all conference attendees but have been specifically curated with these audiences in mind.

View Full Schedule in Early March

TENWEST EDU

A dedicated time for professional learning and certifications. Tenwest EDU is all about trainings, workshops, and industry intensives in partnership with education and workforce leaders.

TENWEST EXPLORES

Explore the art, culture, food, and innovation that makes Southern Arizona so amazing through our curated and partner-led experiences.

TENWEST CONNECTS

Themed networking happy hours that bridge the day’s sessions and evening experiences. Relaxed, topic-aligned gatherings for conversation and collaboration.

TENWESTx EXPERIENCES

Immersive evening events that bring the festival to life — concerts, culinary showcases, pitch competitions, and creative performances that celebrate innovation and community. 

THE 2026 LINEUP

TENWEST brings together nationally recognized voices and regional leaders shaping what’s next across entrepreneurship, creativity, technology, and culture. From founders and creators to storytellers and innovators, our lineup is designed to spark ideas, challenge assumptions, and connect dots across industries.

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More speakers and keynotes will be announced soon.

Featured Headliner

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Jason Feifer

Editor in Chief of Entrepreneur Magazine

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Jason Feifer is the editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur Magazine, a bestselling author, and a leading voice on business, innovation, and communication. He is the author of Build for Tomorrow, host of the Help Wanted podcast, and writes the One Thing Better newsletter, read by tens of thousands of founders and creators. LinkedIn has named him a Top Voice in Entrepreneurship.

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Jason regularly delivers keynotes for global organizations including Google, Microsoft, Pfizer, and Alibaba, and brings decades of experience in national media and storytelling to audiences around the world.

Featured Speakers & Keynotes

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Alicia Robb

CEO

Next Wave Impact

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Max Kabat

Co-owner at The Sentinel Marfa, Brand Fixer at goodDog

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Derek Wallace

Executive Director,

Mind Open Fork Ready Project & Founder of Kalamata's Kitchen

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Jenni Gritters

Business Coach & Strategist for Soulful Solopreneurs

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Susan Baier

Founder and CEO, Company: Audience Audit, Inc.

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