FORTÉ kicked off its first FORTÉ LIVE event of 2026 in Indianapolis on February 11, marking the start of a new year of conversations around how we work.
As work continues to evolve, so do the spaces, technologies, and experiences that support collaboration. FORTÉ LIVE brings industry leaders together around one shared goal: building collaboration environments that actually work for the modern workplace.
A Multi-City Experience Built for Real-World Impact
This year, FORTÉ LIVE travels to four key markets: Indianapolis, Milwaukee, Atlanta, and Minneapolis. Across these cities, we bring together a community of professionals to collaborate, share ideas, and walk away with practical insight they can apply immediately.
“Bringing our customers together to collaborate, share ideas, and discover how FORTÉ can help them exceed their goals is always a win. The energy and quality of the attendees at these events is truly exceptional,” said Robby Turner, Regional Vice President – South Region at FORTÉ.
FORTÉ LIVE isn’t about showcasing technology for technology’s sake. It’s about creating meaningful conversations around how people actually work, collaborate, and connect, and how emerging tools, especially artificial intelligence, are redefining those experiences.
Meeting the Reality of the Modern Workplace
Today’s workplace is more complex than ever. Hybrid work, evolving expectations, and increasing reliance on digital tools has raised the bar for how technology must perform. Reliability, ease of use, and scalability are no longer “nice to have,” they’re essential.
These unique events are built around addressing these realities head-on. Through keynote discussions, panels, and interactive experiences, we focus on the real challenges organizations face and the opportunities ahead. Attendees don’t just hear about trends - they engage in conversations that help them make smarter decisions about their environments.
AI in the Workplace: From Adoption to Outcomes
A consistent theme across all four events is the impact of AI in the workplace. While AI adoption is accelerating, conversations make one thing clear: value doesn’t come from novelty, it comes from outcomes. AI is most effective when it improves reliability, reduces friction, and minimizes the manual IT effort required to keep collaboration spaces running.
Sessions and discussions focus on practical applications of AI, including intelligent monitoring, automated diagnostics, transcription, and analytics that help IT teams prevent issues before meetings begin. Rather than adding complexity, these capabilities are being used to simplify the experience for end users and free up IT teams to focus on higher-value initiatives.
Real Experience Over Hype
What sets this experience apart is its emphasis on real experiences over hype. Industry leaders share what they’re utilizing today, where AI is already delivering measurable benefits, and why reliability remains the foundation for every successful collaboration strategy. That hands-on perspective shapes the conversations we have and the insights we share.
No matter where you attend a FORTÉ LIVE event, you’ll experience the same commitment to thoughtful dialogue, practical guidance, and forward-looking ideas. Each event is designed to help attendees navigate change with greater clarity and confidence.
As Alesia Hendley, Business Development Manager at Sennheiser, shared, “FORTÉ LIVE was an incredible opportunity to reconnect with the global FORTÉ team while spending meaningful time with partners and customers. As I returned to the TOLA region, there was no better place to re-engage with the community and feel that shared energy again.” Her perspective reflects what many attendees value most: the ability to reconnect, exchange ideas, and strengthen relationships in a meaningful, energizing environment.
Shaping the Future of Work Together
As organizations continue to invest in collaboration technology, FORTÉ LIVE reinforces a simple truth - the future of work depends on environments that are reliable, intuitive, and outcome-driven. By bringing the industry together, FORTÉ LIVE is helping shape that future, one conversation at a time.
If you missed us in Indianapolis, check out our other upcoming FORTÉ LIVE events:
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Milwaukee - July 23, 2026
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Atlanta - September 2, 2026
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Minneapolis - November 4, 2026
Visit our events page to learn more about all of our FORTÉ events.
