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RSVPs Closed

Join Axios x IBM for an evening reception in partnership with Web Summit. Bringing together senior leaders, innovators, and partners from across the global tech ecosystem for an evening of connection, bold ideas, and meaningful conversation on Monday, May 11, to kick off Web Summit 2026.

9:00pm PDT | Doors open

10:15pm - 10:30pm PDT | Mainstage conversations

10:30 - 12:00am PDT | Light bites and open bar

12:00am PDT | Event concludes

Axios media correspondent Sara Fischer will kick off the evening with:

Matt Lyteson

CIO, Technology Platforms, IBM

Kevin McDonald

Chief Commercial Officer, Web Summit

Location Details

Attending the Web Summit Opening Ceremonies? The event venue is a 10-minute drive from the Vancouver Convention Centre.

Contact events@axios.com if you have any questions.

Please see our Axios event rules here.