The PNW Creatives Summit program is designed to spark ideas, deepen conversations, and build meaningful connections across the Pacific Northwest creative community. Below is an overview of the current schedule.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
8:15 am
Registration opens + networking
9:00 am
Opening Keynote: Monique Gray Smith
10:00 am
Keynote Speaker: Author Danny Ramadan
11:00 am
A Conversation with Esi Edugyan, hosted by Megan Stuart
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Celebrating World Book Day with the “Theatre of Authors”—a meet-and-greet and book signing event open to the public.
Pacific Northwest authors include Danny Ramadan, Monique Gray Smith, and Esi Edugyan.
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Presentations:
Meet REP Creative
Introducing New Canadians TV and Rivo
Photography as Meditation with Kristopher Grunert
3:00 pm
Closing Keynote: Shauntelle Dick-Charleson
Better Together Gala x Fashion Show
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Doors open at 6 for reception and cash bar
An evening celebration featuring cultural performances, a fashion showcase, music, a cash bar, and light fare.
Website is being continually updated to include additional resources and information.