September 16-17, 2026
The Glasshouse | New York, NY
The premier conference for procurement and finance transformation in the age of AI is heading to the Big Apple.
Register nowFlow state. You’ve felt it—that rare moment when the world goes quiet and work becomes effortless. But maybe it doesn’t have to be so rare.
When humans and agents are orchestrated seamlessly into one AI platform, procurement stops feeling like a set of manual checkpoints and starts feeling like continuous, forward momentum.
Find your flow at Zip Forward.
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Michael Strahan live at Zip Forward 2026
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Pro Football Hall of Famer, Broadcaster, and Entrepreneur, Michael Strahan has spent three careers chasing flow—on the field, on live TV, and in the boardroom.
At Zip Forward, he'll be talking about what it takes to find your rhythm when all the rules are changing.
Featured speakers
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Jeff Hoffmeister
CFO
Shopify
Aaron Bearce
CPO
Visa
Emma Chontos
CPO
Databricks
Edina Cavalli
VP Procurement
CIBC
Al Williams
Global CPO
Invesco
Dawn Tiura
CEO & President
SIG
Linda Chuan
CVO & COS
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Bryan Miller
CPO
Humana
Phil Ideson
Founder & Managing Director
Art of Procurement
Dave Zaccagnini
CPO
BMO
Gaspar Montesa
Vice President of Procurement
Lennar
Kevin Barbary
Sr Director, Procurement
Affirm
Emily Zhang
Head of Procure-to-Pay
Mark Arrigotti
Sr. Director Finance
Uber
Dave Cardinali
Head of Corp. Real Estate and Business Services
Two Sigma
Antoine Callens,
Head of Procure to Pay
Uber
Mark Hlavek
VP Controller
Unifi Aviation
Nancy Golembiewski
Controller
Duolingo
Neeraj Mathur
Head of Strategic Sourcing
Zillow
Kate Hiykel
Vendor Management Manager
Mutual of Omaha
Sid Ramesh
Head of Source to Pay
Gusto
CJ Gustafson
Founder | Writer | Podcaster
Mostly Media
Sally Sharp
Director, Strategic Sourcing - Governance, Compliance, Policy
Alight
Laurie Hill
VP, Procurement Innovations, Systems & Analytics
Prudential
Agenda at a glance
Lead what’s next
Engage with experts on macro trends, AI, and shifting business priorities to stay ahead and help shape procurement and finance.
See what’s possible
Learn how leading companies are using Zip to modernize procurement, streamline intake, and deliver real results across the business.
Build your skills
Earn Zip certifications, explore advanced features, and sharpen your skills through hands-on sessions and technical training.
Thank you to our sponsors
FAQs
When and where is Zip Forward taking place?
Zip Forward is taking place at The Glasshouse located at 660 12th Ave Floor 6, New York, NY 10019 from September 16-17, 2026. For guests arriving early, join us for early check-in and a welcome reception on September 15 at the Broadway Lounge in the New York Marriott Marquis.
What's included with a Zip Forward pass?
Your pass includes full access to:
- Zip Forward keynote, general sessions, and workshops
- Breakfast, and lunch on both days
- Coffee, water, and snacks throughout the event
- Welcome party, featuring drinks and light bites
Please let us know any dietary restrictions when you register and we’ll be happy to provide accommodations.
Where should I fly into and is there a hotel room block?
We recommend flying into LaGuardia (LGA), John F. Kennedy (JFK), or Newark Liberty (EWR).
Book your hotel accommodations through Zip Forward's room block at the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square to secure a special rate. This rate is available until August 24, 2026.
Is there a group rate available for conference tickets?
Yes, there is a 25% ticket discount for groups registering three or more guests.
What is the dress code for Zip Forward?
Business casual attire is recommended at Zip Forward. Bring a light jacket or sweater for the air conditioned rooms at The Glasshouse.
Is the event venue accessible?
Yes, The Glasshouse is fully accessible with ADA-compliant entrances, elevators, seating, and restrooms.
If you have any accessibility-related questions or requests, please reach out to us at zipforwardinfo@ziphq.com.
Is there a bag check available at the venue?
Yes! A bag check is located on the ground floor at The Glasshouse. We recommend checking your bags there before taking the elevator up to the event space.