
2026



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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS


John sileo
John Sileo lost everything—his multi-million-dollar business, life savings, and two years of young fatherhood—to cybercriminals who stole his identity and used it to commit a series of felonies. Wrongly implicated, in financial ruin, and facing jail time, John rose from the digital rubble with a mission: to turn his deeply personal loss into a powerful force for good. Today, he’s a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, award-winning author, and trusted cybersecurity expert to organizations like the Pentagon, Amazon, and Schwab. John has appeared on 60 Minutes, Anderson Cooper and in the WSJ to share his message of security and resilience. One of his true-life stories even inspired a Hollywood blockbuster film. John is the CEO of The Sileo Group, a frequent board advisor, and a Harvard honors graduate. But his accomplishments have always taken a back seat to the time he spends with the family and friends who helped him turn life’s lemons into something far sweeter and more fulfilling.

frank russo
Frankie Russo is a visionary in authenticity, imagination and growth. An entrepreneur with a proven track record for using innovative methods to unlock rapid growth. Russo has led multiple companies to remarkable growth landing on the Inc. 500/5000 list 8 years in a row, including 60X growth in three years of his tech company 360ia, leading to an acquisition by a Fortune 500 company. Organizations that Russo has collaborated with who have embraced his “Love Your Weird” movement were able to adapt, innovate and grow through massive uncertainty and change. In his latest work Russo shares the critical unlocks for driving unprecedented and continuous growth by leading with authenticity, imagination and generosity. He is the author of two best-selling books and a sought-after speaker known for transforming organizational cultures and inspiring individual and corporate growth. His keynote experiences are tailored, experiential, and full of actionable insights for fostering a culture of authenticity, imagination and collaboration to unlock breakthrough results and extraordinary transformation and growth. Frankie’s highest calling is his family, and he happily lives with his wife and six children in Louisiana.

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Panelist Discussion
Future Ready: A CEO’s Perspective on Technology and Tomorrow’s Workforce

Dr. Jay Allen
president of Itawamba Community College

Shane spees
President and CEO of North Mississippi Health Services (NMHS)

Kevin Chapman
President and Chief Executive Officer of Renasant Corporation and Renasant Bank

Dr. lance Evans
Mississippi’s State Superintendent of Education

Aaron Foster
Vice President, Manufacturing Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi, Inc.
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2025 Agenda


2025 Agenda
Splicing Rodeo
Are you a student that wants to learn more about fiber splicing? Register to participate in Tombigbee Electric Power Association and Ole Miss’s training and you could earn a chance for a scholarship to Northeast Community College Fiber Technician Certification Program!

INFO
What you need to know

Event location
Cadence Bank Arena & Conference Center 375 East Main Street Tupelo, MS 38804

Event date & Time
September 30th - October 1st Time: TBD

World Class Speakers
Two impactful speakers will lead this two day event through an exciting journey to inspire and educate you and your thriving companies!

Professional Networking
Not only will you hear from some incredible industry experts, but it is also your chance to build your network with other great leaders in your community.


TESTIMONIALS
TESTIMONIals
The Digital Innovation Conference has been truly impactful for the region as we step into a new era of rapid technological change. Collaborative innovation and education for Mississippians is the key. Digital Innovation and the Megapop team is giving us a great platform in North MS to engage and learn!
Suzy Bowman, Director of Regional Impact at The CREATE Foundation
"This conference is a CAN'T miss for anyone desiring to educate and to be more informed about anything cyber, digital or technology oriented. It has been a 5-star event each year. With changes happening so rapidly in our world today it's worth your time to educate about all the technological trends that can and will and are impacting our lives. Don't get left behind".
Greg Burks


The venue
September 30th - October 1st
Cadence Bank Arena and Conference Center
375 East Main Street
Tupelo, MS 38804

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