New York City

October 29, 2026

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM ET

The world is changing faster than
we can plan for it.

How we work, how we build companies, how we live and grow throughout longer, more dynamic careers — all of it is being rewritten in real time. Through sharp reporting, candid conversation, and real expertise, Business Insider gives ambitious people the clarity and tools to make adaptability a habit. 

The Long Play brings influential leaders and executives together in New York City this fall to shape what comes next and to think strategically about how to withstand cycles, crises, and waves of new technology. Join us.

 

SPEAKERS

Ben Bergman

Senior Correspondent, Business Insider

Carolyn Tisch Blodgett

Governor, Gotham FC; Co-owner, New York Giants

Nadia Carlsten

CEO and President, Smartbird

Dan DeFrancesco, Executive Editor, Business Insider

Dan DeFrancesco

Executive Editor, Business Insider

Barry Diller

Senior Executive and Chair, People Incorporated; Senior Executive and Chair, Expedia Group

Peter Kafka

Chief Correspondent, Business Insider

Sarah E. Needleman

Senior Correspondent, Business Insider

Strauss Zelnick

CEO and Chair, Take-Two Interactive Software

LOCATION

Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC), 251 Fulton Street at the corner of Greenwich Street, NY, NY, 10007

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This event is apply-to-attend.

 

Passes are $500 and include all sessions, facilitated lunchtime conversations, interactive experiences, and the evening reception.

 

Secure the Advance Commitment Rate of $400 by September 30.

Questions? 

Email events@businessinsider.com

The Long Play extends Business Insider’s journalism into a participatory live experience. 

AGENDA

11:00 AM

Check-in opens

11:30 AM

Facilitated discussions during lunch at Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson

12:45 PM

Programming includes one-on-one, in-depth interviews and curated interactive experiences between sessions

6:00 PM

Closing reception with conversation, small bites, and refreshments

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