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Important Dates & Deadlines
Mark these on your calendar — we’ll send reminders, but it’s good to know what’s coming.
ASAP
Speaker Confirmation
Reply to confirm your session details, topic, and bio
April 1
Session Title & Description Due
Finalized session title + a bulleted overview of what you’ll cover
April 15
Speaker Bio & Headshot Due
Required for event program, website, and on-screen slides
TBD
Presentation Template Selection Due
Choose a Canva template or start blank — details in Resources below
July 1
Final Presentation Due to Marketing
Submit your completed slide deck — marketing will polish and brand it for you
June 22–July 12
Dry Runs / Speaker Rehearsals
Scheduled individually during this window — your specific time will be confirmed
July 22
Conference Day 1 — Sessions & Keynote
Keynote: Karen Mangia · Fireside chat to follow afternoon sessions
July 23
Conference Day 2 — Sessions & Keynote
Keynote: Jake Miller · Fireside chat to follow afternoon sessions
Resources & Downloads
Everything you need to prepare your session — all in one place.
🎨 Choose Your Presentation Template
We have 4 FUSION26-branded Canva templates for you to choose from — each inspired by an art movement. Click to preview, then email courtney.cooper@parkertechnology.com to let Courtney know which one you’d like. If you’d rather start with a blank canvas, use the last option and marketing will make it look great.
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Art Installations
Bold, contemporary feel
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Realism
Clean, professional look
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Cubism
Geometric, structured style
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Impressionism
Soft, expressive palette
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Start Blank
Marketing will brand it for you
✅ Next step: Once you’ve decided on a template (or blank), email courtney.cooper@parkertechnology.com with your selection and she’ll get you set up.
📎 Additional Resources
Speaker Bio Form
Submit your bio and headshot for the event program & website
⚠ Link to be added
A/V & Tech Specs
Screen resolution, clicker info, slide format requirements. Note: no mic in breakout rooms.
⚠ Link to be added
Brand Guidelines
FUSION26 fonts, colors, logo usage, and design standards
⚠ Link to be added
Session Descriptions
All 13 confirmed session topics as listed on the FUSION26 website
View on Website →Event Schedule & Logistics
Full session schedule is below. Speaker-specific times will be confirmed after the draft agenda is finalized.
Tuesday, July 21 — Rehearsals
TBD
🎤 Mainstage Speaker Rehearsal Speakers — time to be confirmed
TBD
🏆 Awards Rehearsal Speakers — time to be confirmed
Wednesday, July 22 — Conference Day 1
8:30 AM
Keynote: Karen Mangia Mainstage · Keynote
10:00 AM
Operations Forum Unlocking the Full Power of Your Parker Technology Solution
10:00 AM
Executive Forum Executive Forum
12:00 PM
🍽️ Lunch
1:30 PM
Session 1 AI – Hype vs Functional Session 2 Hidden Value
2:45 PM
Session 3 CX as the Infrastructure Session 4 From Conflict to Conversation
3:30 PM
Session 5 The Parker Experience Session 6 Eliminating Ops Blind Spots
4:15 PM
🎙️ Fireside Chat — Mainstage
Thursday, July 23 — Conference Day 2
8:30 AM
Keynote: Jake Miller Mainstage · Keynote
10:00 AM
Operations Forum Managing Parking Teams in a High-Pressure Environment
10:00 AM
Executive Forum Executive Forum
12:00 PM
🏆 Parker Technology Client Awards Lunch
1:30 PM
Session 7 Revenue Recovery Session 8 TBD
2:45 PM
Session 9 Building Loyalty That Lasts Session 10 Our Solution Explained
3:30 PM
Session 11 Communicating + Parker Session 12 Proactive Reporting
4:15 PM
🎙️ Fireside Chat — Mainstage
📍 Venue Information
The Alexander — A Dolce Hotel
333 S. Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Get Directions → | Hotel Booking Link
333 S. Delaware St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
Get Directions → | Hotel Booking Link
🎙️ A/V Note: Microphones are available in the keynote room only. Breakout session rooms are not equipped with microphones — please plan to project your voice accordingly. A presentation clicker will be available in all rooms.
FAQs & Need-to-Knows
Common questions, answered. Still stuck? Reach out directly.
Where should I stay? Is there a hotel room block?
FUSION26 is hosted at The Alexander, A Dolce Hotel in Indianapolis, and we have a room block available at a group rate. Use Hotel Booking Link to reserve your room. We recommend booking early, as availability is limited.
Parker Technology staff: Please coordinate directly with Courtney Cooper (courtney.cooper@parkertechnology.com) if you need a room.
Parker Technology staff: Please coordinate directly with Courtney Cooper (courtney.cooper@parkertechnology.com) if you need a room.
How do I choose and set up my presentation template?
We have 4 FUSION26-branded Canva templates to choose from: Art Installations, Realism, Cubism, and Impressionism, or a blank option. Preview them in the Resources section above, then email courtney.cooper@parkertechnology.com with your choice. If you start blank, our marketing team will brand it for you.
How long is my session?
Session lengths vary by track and format. Your specific session length will be confirmed once the full agenda is finalized. Expect to receive your confirmed time slot and room assignment by June 1st.
Will there be a microphone in my session room?
Microphones are available in the keynote room only. Breakout session rooms do not have microphones, so please plan to project your voice. All rooms will have a screen, projector, and a presentation clicker available. Our A/V team will be on-site throughout the conference if you need assistance.
Will my session be recorded?
Yes, all sessions will be audio recorded. By participating as a speaker, you consent to audio recording of your session. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please reach out to Tammy Baker at tammy.baker@parkertechnology.com in advance.
Who are the keynote speakers?
Day 1 Keynote (Wed, July 22): Karen Mangia
Day 2 Keynote (Thu, July 23): Jake Miller
Full keynote bios and session details will be released on April 1 — stay tuned!
Day 2 Keynote (Thu, July 23): Jake Miller
Full keynote bios and session details will be released on April 1 — stay tuned!
What are the evening events, and am I invited?
As a speaker, you’re welcome at all official FUSION26 social events:
🎉 Tue, July 21 — Welcome Party at Plat99
🏀 Wed, July 22 — Indiana Fever Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
🎸 Thu, July 23 — After Party at Slippery Noodle Inn
☕ Fri, July 24 — Breakfast Send-Off
Tuesday activities (Golf, Wine & Paint, HQ Tours) are sign-up based — let Tammy know your interest.
🎉 Tue, July 21 — Welcome Party at Plat99
🏀 Wed, July 22 — Indiana Fever Game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
🎸 Thu, July 23 — After Party at Slippery Noodle Inn
☕ Fri, July 24 — Breakfast Send-Off
Tuesday activities (Golf, Wine & Paint, HQ Tours) are sign-up based — let Tammy know your interest.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
Reach out to Tammy Baker, your main point of contact for all speaker-related needs at Parker Technology:
📧 tammy.baker@parkertechnology.com
Have a question not answered here?
Tammy Baker is your main point of contact for all speaker-related needs.