Unify 2026 Speakers

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Main Stage Speakers

Meet the visionaries setting the stage for the future of connected living.

Tobin Richardson
President & CEO

Tobin Richardson

Connectivity Standards Alliance
“Innovation Multiplier: How Open Standards Accelerate What’s Next”
“Future Trends in IoT – The Interoperable Future” “Connectivity Leaders Roundtable: Collaborating for a Unified IoT”
Kevin Ashton
Author & Technologist

Kevin Ashton

Coined Term “Internet of Things”
“Future Trends in IoT – The Interoperable Future”
Brian Carey
Founder & CEO

Brian Carey

Knaq
“Connected Futures: How Emerging Markets Will Shape Global IoT”
Bill Curtis
Principal Analyst

Bill Curtis

Moor Insights & Strategy
“Connected Futures: How Emerging Markets Will Shape Global IoT”
Gilles Drieu
CTO

Gilles Drieu

ADT
“Connected Futures: How Emerging Markets Will Shape Global IoT”
Abe Haverkamp
Head of Partnerships

Abe Haverkamp

Homey
“Shaping the Next Era: Ecosystem Leaders on the Future of Open Standards”
Jennifer Kent
SVP & Principal Analyst

Jennifer Kent

Parks Associates
“What the Market Wants: Analyst Insights on IoT’s Next Wave”
Jim Kitchen
SVP of Technology

Jim Kitchen

Vessel Technologies
“Connected Futures: How Emerging Markets Will Shape Global IoT”
Neal Kondel
Head, Building and Home Systems

Neal Kondel

NXP Semiconductors
“Connected Futures: How Emerging Markets Will Shape Global IoT”
David Loadman
CRO

David Loadman

BuildQM
“Connected Futures: How Emerging Markets Will Shape Global IoT”
Neville Meijers
CEO

Neville Meijers

Bluetooth SIG
“Connectivity Leaders Roundtable: Collaborating for a Unified IoT”
Daniel Moneta
Marketing & Product Strategy

Daniel Moneta

Samsung SmartThings
“Shaping the Next Era: Ecosystem Leaders on the Future of Open Standards”
Jason Page
Principal Architect

Jason Page

CableLabs
“Shaping the Next Era: Ecosystem Leaders on the Future of Open Standards”
Jennifer Pattison Touhy
Senior Reviewer Smart Home

Jennifer Pattison Tuohy

The Verge
“Shaping the Next Era: Ecosystem Leaders on the Future of Open Standards”
Kevin Robinson
President & CEO

Kevin Robinson

Wi-Fi Alliance
“Connectivity Leaders Roundtable: Collaborating for a Unified IoT”
Vividh Siddha
President

Vividh Siddha

Thread Group
“Connectivity Leaders Roundtable: Collaborating for a Unified IoT”
Florin Stingaciu
Senior Product Manager

Florin Stingaciu

Google
“Shaping the Next Era: Ecosystem Leaders on the Future of Open Standards”

Unify 2026 Breakout Sessions

Discover the experts leading breakout sessions, panels, and technical deep-dives.

Rob Alexander

Rob Alexander

Silicon Labs Building the Future Together: Your Path into Matter and Alliance Standards
John Bartucci

John Bartucci

Fortune Brands Innovations Unlocking Growth for Device Makers & Manufacturers
Michael Bergman

Michael Bergman

Consumer Technology Association Security by Design Across Alliance Standards
John Britton

John Britton

Google Security by Design Across Alliance Standards
Andrew Campagnola

Andrew Campagnola

Kastle Systems Aliro in Action: Scaling Secure, Interoperable Digital Access
Alan Coleman

Alan Coleman

Plume AI at the Edge: Smarter Decisions, Less Latency
Lisa Corte

Lisa Corte

ASSA ABLOY Aliro in Action: Scaling Secure, Interoperable Digital Access
Daniel Cowling

Daniel Cowling

Bluetooth SIG Certification for Success: The Path to Interoperability & Market Readiness
Colin Cureton

Colin Cureton

Silicon Labs AI at the Edge: Smarter Decisions, Less Latency
Eric Dean

Eric Dean

M.C. Dean Aliro in Action: Scaling Secure, Interoperable Digital Access
Rolf de Vegt

Rolf de Vegt

Qualcomm AI at the Edge: Smarter Decisions, Less Latency
Michael Fagan

Michael Fagan

National Institute of Standards and Technology Security by Design Across Alliance Standards
Steve Hanna

Steve Hanna

Infineon Technologies Security by Design Across Alliance Standards
Jon Harros

Jon Harros

Connectivity Standards Alliance Certification for Success: The Path to Interoperability & Market Readiness Building the Future Together: Your Path into Matter and Alliance Standards
Asad Haque

Asad Haque

Comcast Security by Design Across Alliance Standards
Nelson Henry

Nelson Henry

Last Lock Aliro in Action: Scaling Secure, Interoperable Digital Access Building the Future Together: Your Path into Matter and Alliance Standards Commercial Aliro: Why Now, What It Unlocks, and What Has to Be Done
Stacey Higginbotham

Stacey Higginbotham

Consumer Reports Security by Design Across Alliance Standards
Jonathan Hui

Jonathan Hui

Google Why Thread, Why Now: Designing the Future of IoT
Christoph Lahnsteiner

Christoph Lahnsteiner

MACO-Gruppe Unlocking Growth for Device Makers & Manufacturers
Paul Lamkin

Paul Lamkin

Smart Home Consultant & Content Strategist Unlocking Growth for Device Makers & Manufacturers
Jeffrey Li

Jeffrey Li

Liquid AI AI at the Edge: Smarter Decisions, Less Latency
Daniel Moneta

Daniel Moneta

Samsung SmartThings Building the Future Together: Your Path into Matter and Alliance Standards Unlocking Growth for Device Makers & Manufacturers
Lakshmi Narayana Mukkapati

Lakshmi Narayana Mukkapati

Wi-Fi Alliance Certification for Success: The Path to Interoperability & Market Readiness
Jack Narcotta

Jack Narcotta

TechInsights Certification for Success: The Path to Interoperability & Market Readiness
Alban Notin

Alban Notin

Schneider Electric Global Horizons: Opportunities & Barriers in Standards Adoption
Lee Odess

Lee Odess

The Access Control Collective Aliro in Action: Scaling Secure, Interoperable Digital Access Commercial Aliro: Why Now, What It Unlocks, and What Has to Be Done
Ann Olivo

Ann Olivo

Silicon Labs Building with Matter: Key Decisions, Misconceptions & Opportunities Why Thread, Why Now: Designing the Future of IoT
Rob Pegoraro

Rob Pegoraro

PC Magazine, Fast Company AI at the Edge: Smarter Decisions, Less Latency
Chris Post

Chris Post

Amazon Alexa Building with Matter: Key Decisions, Misconceptions & Opportunities
Olivia Renaud

Olivia Renaud

Allegion Aliro in Action: Scaling Secure, Interoperable Digital Access
Tom Sciorilli

Tom Sciorilli

Thread Group Certification for Success: The Path to Interoperability & Market Readiness
Brian Scriber

Brian Scriber

CableLabs Building the Future Together: Your Path into Matter and Alliance Standards
Florin Stingaciu

Florin Stingaciu

Google Building with Matter: Key Decisions, Misconceptions & Opportunities
Fumi Shingai

Fumi Shingai

X-HEMISTRY Inc. Global Horizons: Opportunities & Barriers in Standards Adoption
Rajinder Singh

Rajinder Singh

XThings Building with Matter: Key Decisions, Misconceptions & Opportunities
Wilma Su

Wilma Su

Signify Global Horizons: Opportunities & Barriers in Standards Adoption
Musa Unmehopa

Musa Unmehopa

Signify Building the Future Together: Your Path into Matter and Alliance Standards
Jitesh Ubrani

Jitesh Ubrani

IDC Global Global Horizons: Opportunities & Barriers in Standards Adoption
Jacob Voegele

Jacob Voegele

Samsung SmartThings Building with Matter: Key Decisions, Misconceptions & Opportunities
Bruno Vulcano

Bruno Vulcano

Legrand Global Horizons: Opportunities & Barriers in Standards Adoption
Dan Wroclawski

Dan Wroclawski

Consumer Reports Connectivity Leaders Roundtable: Collaborating for a Unified IoT
George Yianni

George Yianni

Signify Unlocking Growth for Device Makers & Manufacturers

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Unify?

Unify takes place June 16-18, 2026, in Austin, Texas. The event runs for three days with keynotes, breakout sessions, and hands-on demonstrations throughout.

Who should attend?

Unify is built for the entire IoT ecosystem including professionals, developers, technology leaders, policymakers, media, and decision-makers across the full value chain. From silicon providers and platform companies to device manufacturers, retailers, regulators, and global partners, Unify offers a focused, Alliance-led environment designed to foster meaningful collaboration and insight.

What is the registration cost?

Ticket price prior to May 15, 2026 is $750.00 USD. Additional registration details are available on the Tickets page.

Is the event agenda available?

Yes. Visit the Agenda page for a detailed schedule of keynotes, breakout sessions, and demonstrations. The agenda will reflect updates as they become available. You may also view speaker information on the Speakers page.

How is Unify different?

Attending Unify gives you more than technical updates—it equips you with cross-silo strategic intelligence from leading analysts like Parks Associates and Moor Insights & Strategy to help shape your company’s roadmap around adoption barriers, regulatory shifts, and emerging growth sectors.

Will press or analysts be present?

Yes. Media, analysts, and influencers are invited to spotlight key developments and amplify news, giving the Unify event expanded visibility.

Can non-Members attend, exhibit, or sponsor?

Attendance is open to the public, however sponsorships, demo tables, and speaking opportunities are exclusive to Alliance Members and liaison partners.

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