ITX Derby Agenda

DAY 1: APRIL 29TH

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Location: Oaks Terrace — All Programming in One Unified Space

7:00 AM

Registration Opens
Attendees arrive, check in, and receive conference materials.

9:00–10:00 AM

Exhibitor Setup

9:45–10:00 AM

Opening Remarks
A 15-minute welcome address delivered by the ITX Leadership Team.

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Main Program & Exhibit Hall (Concurrent)
Attendees remain together in the Oaks Terrace for a seamless, high-energy experience featuring:
• Keynotes
• Panels
• Sponsored Spotlight Sessions
• Fireside Chats
• Brunch service available throughout
• Exhibit Hall open for continuous exploration

This unified format fosters natural networking, sustained engagement, and a lively shared atmosphere.

 

2:00–2:45 PM

Transition to Churchill Downs & Cocktail Networking Hour
A relaxed, open-bar networking reception ahead of the evening’s activities.

 

2:45–3:00 PM

Day 1 Closing Session
The ITX Leadership Team delivers 15 minutes of closing reflections.

 

After 3:00 PM

Races Begin
Attendees proceed to enjoy the afternoon racing program at their leisure.

 

7:00 PM

Annual Leibow Dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House
A private, off-site dinner experience reserved for ticketed guests.

DAY 2: APRIL 30TH

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7:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Registration Opens
The Oaks Terrace

 

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Main Program & Exhibit Hall (Concurrent)
Day 2 continues the immersive Derby Week experience with keynotes, panels, sponsored spotlight sessions, fireside chats, brunch service throughout, and the Exhibit Hall open for exploration.

 

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Cocktail Networking Hour & Transition to Churchill Downs
For relaxed networking ahead of the races.

 

2:45 PM – 3:00 PM

Official Conference Close
ITX Leadership concludes the conference with 15 minutes of closing remarks.

 

3:00 PM

Races Begin
Attendees enjoy Thurby´s racing program, marking the official close of the ITX Derby experience!