As the digital landscape continues to see innovation and emerging trends, Mississippi’s premier tech conference is returning to Tupelo on Tuesday, Sept. 30, and Wednesday, Oct. 1.
The 2025 Digital Innovation Conference will bring together visionaries, pioneers, and disruptors across the realms of tech, design, business, and policy for two days full of events. Of course, artificial intelligence will be a hot topic, along with cybersecurity and digital ethics.
Keynoting the conference will be Terry Jones and Brett Johnson. Jones, a trailblazer in technology and innovation, has been instrumental in shaping the trillion-dollar e-commerce travel industry. He is the founder of Travelocity and founding chairman of KAYAK, both playing major roles in the industry of travel services.
Johnson, once listed as one of the most wanted cybercriminals in the U.S., is now a reformed “good guy” and plans to share his story with those in attendance. His time at the podium will provide a glimpse into the world of cybercrime, scams, fraud, and security, offering insight into current threats and how to avoid becoming a victim of cybercrime.
“Each of our speakers is at the cutting edge of innovation in their field,” conference director Morgan Baldwin said. “Their perspectives will challenge, inspire, and elevate the conversation around how technology can drive meaningful, inclusive, and sustainable progress.”
In addition to keynote sessions, the 2025 Digital Innovation Conference will include hands-on splicing training for high school students, networking opportunities, and panels covering technologies and real-world solutions for businesses and communities. Awards to digital providers, businesses, and consumers redefining north Mississippi as a leading, digitally focused region will be announced, as well.
The 2025 Digital Innovation Conference will be held at Cadence Bank Arena and Conference Center, located at 375 East Main Street in Tupelo. Registration is open and can be completed here.
