Who should attend Innovate.HBS?
We created Innovate.HBS to provide valuable resources, knowledge and networking for decision-makers in IT and cybersecurity, including:
C-Suite Executives | Business Owners/Leaders | IT Directors/Managers | Technology/Security Professionals
Practical Strategies. Real Impact.
Keynote Presenter
APRIL 2026
Mitch Holthus
Mitch Holthus is the longtime Voice of the Kansas City Chiefs and the most decorated play-by-play announcer in franchise history, including calls of five Chiefs’ Super Bowl appearances and three Kansas City Super Bowl championships. He also hosts multiple Chiefs television, radio, and digital programs, including Chiefs Insider and Minute with Mitch, which airs across five states.
Beyond the NFL, Holthus is a college basketball play-by-play announcer whose work has appeared on ESPN, FOX Sports, and other national outlets. He is a four-time Emmy winner, a multiple-time Sportscaster of the Year in Kansas and Missouri, and a member of the Kansas Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame, Kansas State University Athletics Hall of Fame, and Missouri Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame.
Holthus is a past president of the National Sports Media Association and holds degrees in Journalism and Business Administration from Kansas State University.
Agenda
Connect
Meet with peers, HBS engineers, executives, and partners to discuss your unique technical or business-related questions and challenges.
Transform
Connect with technology experts, engage in sessions, and learn about the newest innovations in the industry.
Learn
Level up your technical knowledge and discover solutions and services from HBS to help you grow your success.
Have Fun
We have a specific goal to NOT "PowerPoint you to death." So come and join us for some real talk and real fun.
Register for Innovate 2026
2026 Innovate Kansas City Venue
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
1 Arrowhead Dr, Kansas City, MO 64129
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium stands as one of Kansas City’s most iconic landmarks and the proud home of the Kansas City Chiefs. Located within the Truman Sports Complex—alongside Kauffman Stadium, home of the Kansas City Royals—it has been a centerpiece of the region’s sports culture since opening in 1972. With seating for more than 76,000 fans, Arrowhead is the largest sports venue in Missouri and one of the biggest stadiums in the NFL. The loudest stadium in the world—according to the Guinness Book of World Records—boasts electric atmospheres and a rich football tradition. Arrowhead continues to offer an unforgettable experience for Chiefs fans and visitors alike.
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