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Catalyst 26 Conference

Where Partnerships Leaders Shape the Next Wave of Tech

Built for partnership and ecosystem leaders navigating AI and services.

August 25–26, 2026

Marriott Hotel at the Brooklyn Bridge
New York City

  • Network with 1,000+ attending partnership leaders

  • Leave with a sharper partner strategy

  • Hear from the world's top AI and services teams
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AI and services are rapidly accelerating the growth of tech, and partnerships sit at the center of it all.

Now in its 5th year, Catalyst 26 brings together ambitious teams shaping ecosystems and the next era of growth. This is where:

  • Strategy meets action

  • Deals get sparked over coffee

  • New categories get built

What is Catalyst?

Two Days. Infinite Connections. Real Outcomes.

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Visionary Keynotes

Hear from the minds shaping the next decade of growth across AI, SaaS, and the service economy.

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Actionable Playbooks

Deep-dive sessions led by partnership, GTM, and ecosystem executives from the world's top companies.

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Real Conversations

Peer-to-peer roundtables designed to spark collaboration, not just contacts.

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Unforgettable Venues

From Brooklyn Bridge skyline views to curated evening gatherings, every moment is designed for connection.

Testimonials

Jeff Johnston

"Catalyst combined quality content with excellent networking. One of the most valuable events of the year."

Jeff Johnston

Head, Global Fraud Partner Team at TransUnion

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Theo Shikov

"Catalyst brought together an inspiring community. The people, the networking, and the openness made it one of the best professional events I’ve attended."

Theo Shikov

VP Partnerships

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Dico A

"Catalyst gave us the opportunity to connect meaningfully with partner leaders through deep, topic-driven discussions. It was an incredible experience."

Dico Angelo

Global Cloud Operations Specialist

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Rachel Melia

"Catalyst delivered high-level insights on the importance of partnerships through thoughtful, future-focused sessions."

Rachel Melia

Senior Manager, Strategic Partner Marketing

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Tom Harker

"The main stage sessions stood out, especially the practical examples and case studies. Catalyst delivered a strong mix of strategic and applicable insights."

Tom Harker

Global Partnerships Aficionado

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Lauren McGrath

"I appreciated the variety of formats—traditional speakers, quick hits, and discussion-based sessions—which made the event dynamic and highly engaging."

Lauren McGrath

AEO + Analytics Partnerships

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Cristina Zabeo

"The sessions were excellent, and Catalyst made it easy to meet and collaborate with other professionals."

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Growing companies by building strong Ecosystems

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Eric Shekarabi

"I can’t think of a single session that didn’t provide real value or insight."

Eric Shekarabi

Partnerships at Iterable

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Who Should Attend?

Catalyst 26 is for leaders driving growth through partnerships, ecosystems, and modern GTM.

Get actionable insights and meet the people shaping what’s next.

Join us if you’re a:

  • Partnership, Channel, and Ecosystem Leader
  • Business Development & Strategic Alliances Executive
  • GTM & Revenue Leader (CRO, VP, Director)
  • Founder & CEO building partner-led strategy
  • Consultant and Advisor in ecosystem or GTM transformation

Secure Your Ticket

The next era of growth starts in New York City.

Tickets sell out every year. Don’t miss the most transformative two days in the partnership calendar.

Included in your ticket:

  • All keynotes, sessions, and Power Circles

  • Executive networking experiences

  • Network with 1,000+ attendees across partnerships, ecosystems, and GTM

  • Access industry best practices to mitigate expensive strategic mistakes

  • Access to speaker presentations and post-event resources

Need budget approval? Download our ready-to-send justification template.

Catalyst 26 Ticket
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Access all sessions, networking experiences, and the industry's best partnership education. Secure your ticket while they last. Team discounts are available. Email info@joincatalyst.com for more information.

See 2026 Featured Speakers

You’ll hear from partnership and ecosystem leaders shaping modern GTM, like the ones featured here. More speaker announcements are coming soon.

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Nicole Dezen

Chief Partner Officer and CVP Global Partner Solutions

Catalyst 2025 Keynote Speaker

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Jack Grey

Global Head, Alliance Ecosystem and Programs

Catalyst 2025 Keynote Speaker

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Julia Foster

VP, Partner Marketing

Catalyst 2025 Keynote Speaker

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Karthik Balakrishnan

GM, AWS Marketplace International Expansion

Catalyst 2025 Keynote Speaker

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Sponsor Catalyst 26

Connect with the decision-makers shaping tomorrow’s ecosystems. As a Catalyst 26 sponsor, you can:

  • Showcase your solutions

  • Lead critical conversations

  • Put your brand at the heart of the partnership economy

Our Catalyst Sponsors Over the Years

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This Year's Sponsors

 
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See You at the Bridge

August 25-26, 2026

Marriott Hotel at the Brooklyn Bridge
333 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11201, US

We have a limited block of rooms for $289/night + taxes and fees. Book today to guarantee our discounted rate and stay where all the action is.

Sponsors

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