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Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Summit & Industry Awards (BTOES)

The Premier Cross-Industry Gathering of Business Transformation, Operational Excellence & AI Industry Leaders & Senior-Executives.

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BTOES is the largest premier cross-industry gathering of industry leaders & senior executives involved in Business Transformation, AI/Digital Transformation & Operational Excellence

BTOES is uniquely designed to accelerate buying cycles and get business done. BTOES is a high-level conference that prioritises meaningful conversations and high-value commercial connections. From plated lunches, breakfasts, gala receptions, awards dinners and best-in-class networking technology, every element is engineered to maximise engagement, relationship-building and business impact. Solution providers consistently tell us they achieve months of prospecting in just two days.

Over 500+ leadership-level executives from $1BN+ revenue companies, paying up to $3,799 to attend. These decision-makers are highly receptive to solutions and actively seeking to accelerate their buying cycles — all within an intimate, high-interaction setting.

BTOES also stages the world’s most prestigous Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards Program, Ceremony & Dinner 

Position your company at the center of the most prestigious transformation and excellence event in the world — where influence is built, partnerships are formed, and business gets done.

Please Join the Priority Waitlist to sponsor or exhibit at BTOES.

To protect quality, outcomes, and exclusivity, we will accept only 30 selected organisations. This enables us to maintain an exceptionally high decision-maker to vendor ratio of over 16:1, creating a high-intent environment engineered to accelerate business, shorten sales cycles, and compress months’ worth of meetings into just two days. 

Interest is already very strong and spaces will disappear quickly. Please click the link below. It will take less than one minute to complete. If you require more than one individual at your organization to be notified, please feel free to complete the Join The Waitlist form multiple times.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST

Selections will be made strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, with shortlisted organisations contacted starting Monday, January 12th, 2026.

Why Joining the Waitlist Early Commands Your Visibility

Joining the waitlist places your organisation at the very front of the preferred speaking slot opportunity curve. It secures priority booth locations, and premium visibility in more campaigns across the event ecosystem, ensuring optimal ROI and market positioning. Join the waitlist now to command your visibility.

Why BTOES is Engineered for Decision-Makers, Designed To Be Must Attend and Built for Results 

BTOES is the premier conference in the industry because it is built from deep, primary research with senior executives across all industries, uncovering the true, need-to-know challenges and future-defining trends that materially impact top-line and bottom-line performance. Agenda creation comes first, then speakers, this is a highly significant differentiator that ensure BTOES delivers on what industry truly needs-to-know. 

BTOES is set in beautiful hotel ballrooms designed to prioritise meaningful conversations and high-value commercial connections. With networking plated lunches, breakfasts, themed breaks, gala receptions, the awards dinner and ceremony, best-in-class networking technology, and the most cutting-edge thought leaders, every element is engineered to maximise engagement, relationship-building and getting business done.

It is designed to not only attract the highest-calibre decision-makers but also to be intentionally intimate with 500 leadership-level executives from $1Bn+ revenue companies, paying up to $3,799 to attend. These decision-makers are thus highly receptive to solutions and actively seeking to accelerate their buying cycles — all within an intimate, high-interaction setting. Hence, why it is very very different from a trade show.  At BTOES serious executives converge to solve real problems and forge strategic partnerships.

What really elevates BTOES is it also stages the world’s largest Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards Program, an elite evening of recognition during the BTOES summit, with fine dining and high-level networking featuring a shortlist of the most successful projects and leaders in the industry.

This is where influence is built, partnerships are created, and high-intent buyers connect with the right solution providers.

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST - Takes less than one minute to complete.

The Event Built For High-Level Networking

BTOES is the largest premier cross-industry gathering of industry leaders & senior executives involved in Business Transformation, AI/Digital Transformation & Operational Excellence

BTOES is uniquely designed to accelerate buying cycles and get business done. BTOES is a high-level conference that prioritises meaningful conversations and high-value commercial connections. From plated lunches, breakfasts, gala receptions, awards dinners and best-in-class networking technology, every element is engineered to maximise engagement, relationship-building and business impact. Solution providers consistently tell us they achieve months of prospecting in just two days.

To protect quality, outcomes, and exclusivity, we will accept only 30 selected organisations as Sponsors and Exhibitors. This enables us to maintain an exceptionally high decision-maker to vendor ratio of over 16:1, creating a high-intent environment. 

Below are just some of the reasons why leading solution providers consistently choose to partner with BTOES — and why we achieve an exceptional 93% rebooking rate.

Designed to drive the best attendees. Over 500+ leadership-level executives from $1BN+ revenue companies, paying up to $3,799 to attend. These decision-makers are highly receptive to solutions and actively seeking to accelerate their buying cycles — all within an intimate, high-interaction setting.

The Meeting Hub & Exhibit Hall – Designed to Get Business Done. One central hub for receptions, breakfasts, breaks, informal meetings, exhibits, book signings, and technology showcases. The Hub is a hive of interaction, meaningful conversations, and commercial opportunity — where real business gets done.

All-day luxurious food & beverage. Enjoy full-service breakfasts, plated lunches, themed breaks, and evening receptions throughout the day — giving you constant access to attendees and networking opportunities beyond traditional break times.

Large gaps between sessions. Conversations aren’t rushed. You’ll have ample time to engage with prospects, build relationships, and develop new business in a relaxed, professional atmosphere.

The luxurious venue experience. Host clients and prospects in a 5-star setting known for exceptional dining, service, and location — complete with exclusive privileges and benefits for our guests.

Instant access to participants via the Event App. Connect with attendees two weeks before the Summit begins and maintain engagement post-event, ensuring your brand remains top of mind long after the summit concludes.

The world’s biggest Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards Program. A spectacular celebration featuring a famous Magic Kingdom band, fine dining, and full beverage service throughout the evening — offering unparalleled exposure and networking with the industry’s elite.

Three main stages – People, Process & Technology. Two stages are located directly within the exhibit hall, ensuring constant attendee flow and engagement around your display — all focused on the themes shaping the future of transformation and excellence.

Three action-packed days of engagement and opportunity. Position your company at the center of the most prestigious transformation and excellence event in the world — where influence is built, partnerships are formed, and business gets done.

BTOES 2026 Sponsorship & Exhibitor Packages

Exhibitor Package

Ideal for organizations looking to showcase solutions, spotlight on stage, and build relationships with senior buyers in an intimate, high-impact environment.

Benefits:

  • 5-minute speaking spotlight session in either the Process or AI track. 

  • 10’ x 10’ booth with table & two chairs in Exhibitor Ballroom

  • 2 Full Access Conference Passes (Access to all 3-days) 

  • Access to the Event Networking App and ability to connect and message attendees Access to all keynotes & track sessions

  • Invitation for each pass to enjoy the morning networking breakfasts

  • Invitation for each pass to enjoy the featured themed networking breaks for lavish snacks, coffee, teas and soft drinks. 

  • Invitation for each pass to join 3 networking plated lunches

  • Invitation for each pass to attend the Welcome Reception and relax over a glass of wine and canapes. 

  • Golden Ticket for each pass to attend the lavish Awards Reception, Dinner and Ceremony. To learn more about the awards click here

  • Logo branding within Exhibitor Ballroom

  • Logo featured on the Event Networking App on the dedicated Exhibitors tab in the top menu. 

  • Full attendee list including name, company, job title, address, email, phone number (GDPR compliant) provided post event. 

  • Logo featured in an email campaign to over 1,000,000+ BTOES subscriber base.

  • Logo featured on the home page of the event website

  • Logo, short description & link on official exhibitor page of event website

  • Designed Social Media graphic featuring your logo and text produced for you to publish on your social media channels

  • Customer Full Access Discount Passes for your clients, prospects and followers. You will be provided with a VIP discount code.

 

 


Sponsor Package

Designed for organizations ready to position themselves as thought leaders and gain maximum brand exposure through premium speaking, branding, as well networking access and driving leads. 

Includes everything in the Exhibitor Package, plus:

  • Two Premium Speaking Opportunities: a 1.5-hour workshop on Day 1 and a 30-minute session on stage (People, Process, or AI)

  • 6 Full Access Passes (Access to all 3-days) for you or your clients. 

  • 2 Free Client Awards Applications via unique 100% Discount Code. To learn more about the awards click here

  • All passes will have Access to the Event Networking App Two Weeks Prior To The Event and ability to connect and message attendees

  • Chairperson announcement of sponsor involvement on the Main Stage

  • Premium branding on the on holding slides on the Main Stage

  • Premium branding on all key directional signage at the event

  • Premium branding within Exhibitor Ballroom

  • Premium branding in an email campaign to over 1,000,000+ BTOES subscriber base.

  • Premium Booth Positioning. 10’ x 10’ booth position at the entrance to the exhibitor ballroom. All booths will be placed around the parameter of the exhibitor ballroom. However, we will ensure sponsors are given premium booth positioning within maximum traffic spots.  

  • Premium branding on the Event Networking App with placement on the welcome screen (home screen), Attendees can also browse sponsors by clicking the dedicated tab in the top menu bar. 

  • Enhanced sponsor presence on the event site with logo, profile and direct link

  • Dedicated announcement on all our social media channels 

  • A dedicated Sponsor Relationship Manager

The additional benefits of the Exhibitor Package

  • 10’ x 10’ booth with table & two chairs in Exhibitor Ballroom

  • Access to all keynotes & track sessions

  • Invitation for each pass to enjoy the morning networking breakfasts

  • Invitation for each pass to enjoy the featured themed networking breaks for lavish snacks, coffee, teas and soft drinks. 

  • Invitation for each pass to join 3 networking plated lunches

  • Invitation for each pass to attend the Welcome Reception and relax over a glass of wine and canapes. 

  • Golden Ticket for each pass to attend the lavish Awards Reception, Dinner and Ceremony. To learn more about the awards click here

  • Full attendee list including name, company, job title, address, email, phone number (GDPR compliant) provided post event. 

  • Designed Social Media graphic featuring your logo and text produced for you to publish on your social media channels

  • Customer Full Access Discount Passes for your clients, prospects and followers. You will be provided with a VIP discount code.

BTOES: The Definitive Summit for Business Transformation & Operational Excellence

BTOES is by far the premier conference in the industry because it is built from deep, primary research with senior executives across all industries, uncovering the true, need-to-know challenges and future-defining trends that materially impact top-line and bottom-line performance. Every theme, track and session is rigorously validated, weighted and refined through high-level research calls to ensure commercial urgency, resulting in an agenda featuring only the top 4–6 critical pain points per track, with no sales pitches and only actionable insights from the industry’s most respected leaders, innovators and legends.

With BTOES the agenda creation comes first, then the speakers, to ensure it delivers on what industry truly needs-to-know

BTOES is the premier conference in the industry because it is built from deep, primary research with senior executives across all industries, uncovering the true, need-to-know challenges and future-defining trends that materially impact top-line and bottom-line performance. Agenda creation comes first, then speakers, this is a highly significant differentiator that ensure BTOES delivers on what industry truly needs-to-know. 

BTOES is set in beautiful hotel ballrooms designed to prioritise meaningful conversations and high-value commercial connections. With networking plated lunches, breakfasts, themed breaks, gala receptions, the awards dinner and ceremony, best-in-class networking technology, and the most cutting-edge thought leaders, every element is engineered to maximise engagement, relationship-building and getting business done.

It is designed to not only attract the highest-calibre decision-makers but also to be intentionally intimate with 500 leadership-level executives from $1Bn+ revenue companies, paying up to $3,799 to attend. These decision-makers are thus highly receptive to solutions and actively seeking to accelerate their buying cycles — all within an intimate, high-interaction setting. Hence, why it is very very different from a trade show.  At BTOES serious executives converge to solve real problems and forge strategic partnerships.

What really elevates BTOES is it also stages the world’s largest Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards Program, an elite evening of recognition during the BTOES summit, with fine dining and high-level networking featuring a shortlist of the most successful projects and leaders in the industry.

This is where influence is built, partnerships are created, and high-intent buyers connect with the right solution providers.

The Most Rigorous and Credible Awards in Business Transformation

The BTOES Awards stand apart as the most rigorous and prestigious recognition programme in Business Transformation and Operational Excellence, defined by an uncompromising commitment to integrity, meritocracy and excellence. Every submission undergoes a disciplined, multi-stage evaluation process within a secure awards management system, governed by a robust weighted scoring framework that assesses strategic relevance, value generation, customer impact, implementation excellence, organisational learning and innovation.

All applicants are required to submit a detailed, structured four-page project document, which is reviewed by a carefully curated panel of senior industry experts, each with over 20 years of experience. Judges operate under strict conflict-of-interest protocols and confidentiality agreements, ensuring complete independence and impartiality throughout the process.

Submissions are independently evaluated and validated across two to three rounds of scoring, guaranteeing absolute objectivity. Finalists and winners are determined solely by the highest merit-based scores generated through the awards management system, entirely free from any commercial influence. Only once winners are confirmed are sponsors engaged, ensuring zero impact on judging outcomes.

This forensic level of governance is matched by an equally world-class celebration. Finalists and winners are honoured on the main stage of the BTOES World Summit through an opulent, high-profile ceremony featuring a gala dining, live entertainment, and an exclusive awards after-party. Amplified across our global platform of over one million subscribers and extensive media reach, the BTOES Awards do more than recognise excellence — they elevate it, spotlighting organisations that are redefining the standards of excellence across enterprise-wide transformation, operational excellence, AI deployment, cultural sustainability, supply chain resilience and customer experience.

The BTOES Awards set the benchmark for what world-class transformation truly looks like.

A Conference Engineered For Impact, Connection & Results

BTOES outperforms through superior content, exceptional speakers, innovative formats, and a design that prioritises meaningful conversations and high-value commercial connections. Every element is intentionally crafted to maximise engagement, relationship-building, and tangible business outcomes.

You will experience:

• 500+ senior-level attendees from the world’s most forward-thinking organisations
• 50+ world-class practitioners and industry leaders
• 60+ dynamic sessions across content and connection formats
• 40+ track sessions covering excellence, transformation and innovation
• Three dedicated summits for deep, cross-functional learning:
– The People Summit
– The Process Summit
– The AI Summit
• 16 interactive workshops and masterclasses
• 16+ hours of peer-to-peer exchange
• 20+ hours of structured networking and collaboration
• 50+ real-world case study poster presentations
• 30+ credible solution providers showcasing transformative tools
• The world’s largest global ecosystem of transformation professionals:

1,000,000+ BTOES Insights subscribers

An Unmatched Social & Networking Experience In Orlando

BTOES 2026 places equal importance on relationships as it does on knowledge. This is where the industry’s most serious executives connect, collaborate, and form strategic partnerships that shape the next decade of business.

Highlights include:

• Welcome Cocktail Party – October 6, 2026
• Awards Gala Reception, Dinner & Ceremony– October 7, 2026
• Awards After Party – October 7, 2026
• Full-Service Breakfasts – October 6–8, 2026
• Themed Mid-Morning & Mid-Afternoon Breaks – October 6–8, 2026
• Sit-Down Full-Service Plated Lunches – October 6–8, 2026

All set in the beautiful surroundings of Orlando, creating the perfect backdrop for building new relationships, strengthening existing connections, and expanding your influence across the global transformation community.

BTOES Is Where The Industry Meets To Shape The Future

BTOES is not just a conference. It is where the industry’s most serious executives converge to solve real problems, challenge thinking, forge strategic partnerships, and define the next era of business transformation and operational excellence.

Who Will Be Attending

  • CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CIOs, Chief Digital Officers, Chief Data & Analytics Officers, Chief AI Officers, Chief Automation Officers, Chief Transformation Officers, Chief Excellence Officers

  • SVPs, VPs, Global Heads of Digital Transformation, AI Strategy, Intelligent Automation, Operational Excellence

  • Heads of AI Innovation Deployment, Value Creation through AI & Automation

  • Heads / VPs of Business Transformation, Business Excellence, Operational Excellence & Digital Operations

  • Heads of Process Automation, Process Engineering, AI-Enabled Process Excellence

  • Global Directors of Operational & Continuous Improvement, Intelligent Supply Chain & Smart Manufacturing

  • Heads of Customer Experience, Digital Experience & Journey Transformation

  • Heads of Strategy Execution, Change Management, Enterprise Risk Management

  • VPs and Directors of Global Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Process Analysis, Enterprise Risk, Lean & Six Sigma, Business Process Management

  • Business Process Management & Transformation Champions

  • Lean Six Sigma Deployment Leaders / Master Black Belts / Black Belts / Green Belts

  • Directors of Operations, Process Re-Engineering, Productivity, Supply Chain, BPM, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Business Excellence, Business Re-engineering, Operational Performance, Performance Excellence, Process Analysis, Transactional Services, Production, Manufacturing Excellence, Strategy, Innovation, Software Process Improvement, Digital Transformation, Intelligent Automation

  • Heads/Directors of Clinical Excellence, Patient Safety, Clinical Outcomes, Clinical Transformation

  • Managers of Continuous Improvement, AI-Driven Process Optimisation, Automation Programmes

  • Leading Consultants, Solution Providers & Vendors in AI, Automation, Digital Operations, Operational Excellence

  • Press, Media, Think Tanks

  • From the following Industry Sectors

    • Manufacturing
    • Healthcare & Medical Devices
    • Automotive & Transportation
    • Banking, Capital Markets & Insurance
    • Consumer Products & Retail
    • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
    • Government, Armed Forces & Public Sector
    • Mining & Metals
    • Oil & Gas
    • Power & Utilities
    • Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction
    • Technology
    • Telecommunications

    A Very Senior Audience

    KEY ATTENDEE TITLES INCLUDE:
    Global Heads, Heads of, EVPs, SVPs, and VPs of AI Strategy, Automation, Digital Transformation, Business Excellence, Business Transformation, Innovation Excellence, Productivity, Operational Excellence, Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Strategy, Cultural Transformation, Change Management, Customer Experience, Lean Enterprise, Capability Excellence, Process Optimization, Process Automation, Process Intelligence, and Process Management.

    Industry Breakdown

    A truly cross-industry benchmarking event. 

    Attendees GEO Demongraphic

    Enterprise Size (Revenue $)

    Enterprise Size (Employees)

    Exhibit Hall

    Summit

    2019 Awards Photos

    The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence World Summit, Exhibits, 2018

    Important Notice - U.S. immigration, federal, state and local regulations.

    This event is organised and operated by a UK-registered company, Global Media Research Ltd. Consequently all commercial transactions, agreements, production, management, sponsorship commitments and registrations are conducted and processed outside the United States. Hence, no sales, contracting or direct commercial transactions can take place on-site at the event, and our role is just to observe and oversee to ensure the event and all activity is conducted in full compliance with U.S. immigration, federal, state and local regulations.