Rotary District 5440 Brings 2026 Innovation Summit to the Hilton Fort Collins This June

By: Staff

Registration Open to the Public, Early Bird Pricing Ends May 17

Rotary District 5440 invites the public to attend its 2026 Innovation Summit, a dynamic weekend experience designed to spark personal, professional and community-driven growth. Held at the Hilton Fort Collins, the event will feature world-class keynote speakers, interactive breakout sessions and a wide range of social and service-oriented activities.

Attendees will hear from inspiring keynote speakers, including Larry Kendall, founder of The Group Inc. and bestselling author of “Ninja Selling”; Alex Goryachev, global AI innovation leader and Wall Street Journal bestselling author; Wyn Spiller, Rotary International director; and Clint Schroeder, president and executive publisher of Hagadone Newspaper & Media Groups.

The summit blends professional development with meaningful connection. Guests can participate in curated group dinners, pickleball, brew tours and community service projects, alongside a full schedule of programming.

The weekend kicks off Friday, June 5, with recreational activities, service opportunities and an evening meet-and-greet in downtown Fort Collins. Programming continues Saturday with keynote sessions and breakout workshops on topics ranging from AI to community engagement and a Foundation dinner. The event concludes Sunday morning with a closing keynote and final session.

Flexible Registration Options Available
To accommodate a variety of schedules and interests, multiple attendance packages are offered, including full conference access, Saturday-only options and first-timer packages. Pricing ranges from $50 to $350 depending on participation level and registration timing.

Highlights include full conference experiences with meals, speakers and sessions; Saturday daytime access for keynote-focused attendees; a la carte options for lunch, dinner or the Sunday finale; and special pricing for Rotaract members and first-time attendees.

Early registration discounts are available through May 17.

Whether you’re a Rotarian, a professional seeking inspiration or a community member looking to connect and make an impact, the Rotary District 5440 Innovation Summit offers something for everyone. To learn more and register, visit rotary5440.org.