2026 Shape of the Region Conference: Innovation and Leadership for Northern Virginia
Mar 24, 2026 7:30 AM
Join the Conversation shaping growth, resilience, and opportunity.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Valo Park Auditorium7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22102
Agenda:
7:30 am: Breakfast & Registration
8:30 – 11:30 am: Conference Program
$99 Registration Fee – Includes Breakfast.
REGISTER TODAY!
What does a thriving Northern Virginia look like—and how do we get there?
The Community Foundation for Northern Virginia presents the 2026 Shape of the Region Conference, where business leaders, innovators, and changemakers come together to explore bold ideas and practical solutions that will define our region’s future.
This year’s conference centers on the interconnected systems that define community well-being—from health, housing, and transportation to education, arts, philanthropy, and economic opportunity—and how collaboration across sectors can strengthen resilience and drive shared progress.
Participants will hear from thought leaders who are reimagining ways to adapt, innovate, and grow in times of change, and how collective action can help Northern Virginia thrive.
Highlights
- Lightning Talks: Cross-sector perspectives on the systems and forces shaping Northern Virginia’s future.
- Shared Takeaways: Opportunities to reflect, share insights, and deepen cross-sector dialogue.
Lightning Talk Speakers (to date)
 |
 |
 |
Transportation
Vice President of Government and Corporate Affairs, Transurban |
Healthcare
Director of Preventive Cardiology and Women’s Cardiovascular Health, INOVA |
Housing
Chief Economist, |
Why This Matters for You
Thank you to our Sponsors!
SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE
Sponsoring the Conference signals that your business is committed to helping build an innovative, resilient, and prosperous Northern Virginia for everyone who lives and works here.VIEW THE BENEFITS PACKAGE
Register and Sponsor Below.
Please complete the information below.
Questions?
Questions?
