The 2026 conference, Spirit of 1776: Advancing Opportunity, Innovation, and Free Markets, is September 29-30 on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus.
In recognition of the 250th anniversary of the United States, the conference will examine the political, philosophical, and historical foundations of freedom and capitalism and explore their enduring impact on innovation, entrepreneurship, opportunity, and principled leadership.
Through thought-provoking presentations and discussions, attendees will engage with ideas that continue to shape business and society today.
Have questions about the conference, registration, sponsorship opportunities, or how to get involved?
Yuval Levin
Director, Social, Cultural, and Constitutional Studies, American Enterprise Institute
Mitch Daniels
Two-Term Governor of Indiana
Interim President of Purdue University
Chairman of the Board of the Purdue Research Foundation
Distinguished Scholar and Senior Advisor at the Liberty Fund
Jim Bullard
Dr. Samuel R. Allen Dean of the Mitch Daniels School of Business
Distinguished Professor of Service and Professor of Economics
Special Advisor to the President
Ashish Bhatia
Clinical Professor of Entrepreneurship and Management, NYU Stern School of Business
Rhodes Pinto
Founder & CEO, Pinto Capital Investments
Additional keynote speakers, panelists, and industry leaders will be announced as they are confirmed.
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