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LifeHikes Global Summit
VIP EXPERIENCE
December 10-12, 2025 | New York City
Hosted by ESPN & IBM
Your Training Is At IBM
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The ESPN Celebration of Talent - Cocktail Party
Wednesday, December 10 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Address
HOSTED BY ESPN
ESPN is located at 7 Hudson Square (The Robert Iger building).
Please use the special entrance for LifeHikes guests at 281 Spring Street.
Arrival Instructions
Registration is at 6:00 PM. When you arrive, you will check in with security. A team member will then escort you to the 10th floor.
Agenda
A Night To Remember
Hosted by Emcee Giancarlo Esposito, this red-carpet kickoff cocktail party sets the stage for the next two days as leaders, creators, and innovators come together to launch a transformative two-day learning experience.
Group Activity
In small teams with your own captain, you’ll whip up and film a 30-second commercial using nothing but your phone and your collective brilliance. Anything goes—serious, goofy, polished, or wonderfully bizarre.
You’ve got about 20 minutes to create your mini-epic, and all commercials will debut that night and help fuel the learning throughout the program.
Dress Code
Cocktail casual.
Food & Beverage
A mix of hot and cold small bites, plus two food stations. Beverage options include beer, wine, a signature cocktail, and mocktails. Vegetarian and gluten free options available throughout.
Training - Day 1
Thursday, December 11 | 9:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Address
HOSTED BY IBM
One Madison Ave (@23rd), 10th floor, New York, NY 10010
Agenda
Arrival Instructions
Arrival: Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early for check-in. Training begins promptly at 9:00 AM.
Security: Check in with security when you arrive. Photo ID is required.
What To Expect
LifeHikes training moves fast and is very hands-on. Expect breakouts, role plays, and a lot of participation. Come with a fully charged phone, comfortable shoes, and a willingness to jump in! The more you engage, the more you’ll get out of it.
Dress Code
Business casual - comfy shoes, since you’ll be on your feet quite a bit. And plan for a good hair day… you’ll be on camera a lot!
Lunch
Lunch will be provided for all participants. Vegetarian and gluten free choices will be available.
The LifeHikes Foundation Dinner
Thursday, December 11 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Address
HOSTED BY IBM
One Madison Ave (@23rd), 10th floor
New York, NY 10010
Dress Code
We’ll head straight into dinner after training, so feel free to come as you are—no outfit change needed.
Food & Beverage
Soft drinks and refreshing seltzers will be served with a charcuterie board upon arrival, followed by a buffet dinner featuring vegetarian and gluten-free options. Dessert and coffee to close the evening.
Training - Day 2
Friday, December 12 | 9:00 AM - 4:55 PM
Address
HOSTED BY IBM
One Madison Ave (@23rd), 10th floor, New York, NY 10010
Agenda
Arrival Instructions
Arrival: Please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early for check-in. Training begins promptly at 9:00 AM.
Security: Check in with security when you arrive. Photo ID is required.
Lunch
Lunch will be provided for all participants.
Vegetarian and gluten free choices will be available.
Filming Your Two Minute Talk®
You’ll take the stage to deliver a message of your choice, filmed with a three-camera crew and full production setup in front of a live audience. The final video has a broadcast-ready look, and many participants share it on LinkedIn or their company sites.
You’re welcome to start thinking about possible topics, but no advance preparation is required. Your LifeHikes coaches will guide you step-by-step using the methodology you've learned, so when the cameras roll, you’ll be fully ready.
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