20 Years of Impactful Research – What’s Next?
Join us as we celebrate IVI’s 20th anniversary
Why Attend?
This year marks IVI’s 20th anniversary – and we are inviting you to join the celebrations, in our biggest Summit yet.
The IVI Summit for 2026 will bring together over 50 expert speakers and high profile collaborators over a three-day programme filled with opportunities to discover emerging research and connect with leaders from academia, industry, and the public sector. With over further 200 attendees expected, networking opportunities and chances to learn, discuss and collaborate will be in abundance!
“I was privileged to speak at the IVI Summit in Maynooth and found it to be a truly exceptional gathering of minds. The forum brought together senior leadership from industry, government and academia in a way that is genuinely rare – and it immediately translated into meaningful conversation around how data, digital transformation and innovation intersect.
From my perspective, the Summit offered more than inspiration: it provided concrete insights into the governance, strategy and operational implications of emerging technologies. The workshops and breakout sessions enabled real-world exchange of experience and best practice, from shaping data-driven models to building organizational readiness.
The event’s atmosphere was both rigorous and open. The calibre of speakers and panels, and the diversity of perspectives represented, made it one of the most valuable conferences I have attended. I recommend the IVI Summit to any senior leader looking to advance their organization’s digital readiness, governance maturity, and innovation agenda.”
– Tim Calahan, Chief Technology Officer, Michigan Medicine (University of Michigan)
The schedule includes…
Engaging keynote addresses
Practical co-creation workshops
Enlightening panel discussions
Tailored deep-dive breakout sessions
Networking opportunities
Key themes include…
The most cutting-edge topics in digital transformation, data governance and management and using data to drive innovation will be discussed and investigated. Further details will be confirmed soon – watch this space!
This is where forward-thinkers, industry pioneers, and AI-driven leaders converge.
Who Attends?
Business Leaders
C-suite executives and decision-makers
Policymakers
The minds shaping AI regulations and governance
Academics & Innovators
Leading tech-focused innovators and researchers
When is the Summit?
10th-12th June 2026
Where is it held?
Maynooth University, North Campus, TSI Building
Summit Schedule
Please note this schedule is subject to change.
A full schedule will be available for reference and download soon.
Wednesday 10th June
8:30-9:20 Registration and welcome addresses
9:20-10:00 Opening panel discussion
10:00-10:30 Break and poster display
10:30-12:00 Parallel co-creation workshops
13:00-14:00 Lunch
14:00-16:30 Parallel co-creation workshops
16:30-17:15 Expert speaker address followed by discussion
17:15 onward Wine and canapé reception
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Thursday 11th June
9:00-9:15 Welcome addresses
9:15-9:45 Distinguished speaker’s welcome address
9:45-11:15 Presentations from expert speakers
11:15-11:30 Q&A session with morning’s speakers
11:30-12:00 Break and poster display
12:00-13:00 Key strategic panel discussion
13:00-14:00 Lunch
14:00-15:30 Parallel extended discussion sessions
15:30-15:50 Break
15:50-16:50 Presentations from expert speakers
16:50-17:15 Results of Student Innovation Challenge & award presentation – followed by closing remarks
18:30 onward (optional) Summit Gala Dinner
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Friday 12th June
Beginning the day with breakfast and networking, we will hear from an expert speaker on the themes of the Summit.
We will then visit to a historic site in Ireland to continue discussion, with further presentations in the beautiful setting of the local landscape.
Previous Summits
The IVI summit is the annual main conference from the Innovation Value Institute running since 2006 annually and attracting over 200 international participants from industry, public sector and policy and research. Read more about recent IVI summits here.
IVI Summit 2025
IVI Summit 2024
IVI Summit 2023
Speakers & Contributors
The Summit’s exciting lineup of speakers will be revealed soon – watch this space for details as they are confirmed!
Accommodation Options
Glenroyal Hotel :
Guests must call +353 (0) 1 629 0909 or email reservations@glenroyal.ie and quote code GA002090 to avail of a discounted rate for IVI Summit attendees.
Maynooth University Accommodation
Accommodation is also available in Maynooth’s ‘old campus’ at St Patrick’s College.
Details of specific packages for Summit attendees will be confirmed in due course.
International Attendees
We invite international visitors to the IVI Summit 2025 to contact us to discuss documents necessary for your visit.
Contact Info:
Carol.Connolly@mu.ie (Event Organiser)
