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Finalsite University

For Independent, Catholic, Charter & Private Schools 

June 24–26, 2026 | Swissôtel Chicago, IL

 

We’re headed to the heart of the Midwest!

Join us for an unforgettable learning experience designed for independent, charter, and private school communicators, marketers, admissions, and leadership teams.

Gain new product insights, sharpen your expertise, and find new ways to strengthen your school’s story across the Finalsite product suite.

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Finalsite University - Chicago

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Skills. Strategy. Inspiration.

Get role-specific training, sharpen platform expertise, and find new ways to strengthen your school’s story across communications, enrollment, and the web.

Tools. Ideas. Confidence.

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Collaborative sessions

Learn what’s new, spark ideas, and grow relationships that last.

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Hands-on workshops

Build campaigns, pages, and workflows with product pros.

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Inspiring keynotes

Raise the bar for engagement with ideas that set direction and spark new ideas.

Pre-Conference Training

Start strong with focused learning

Kick off your Finalsite University experience early with a full day dedicated to building momentum.

Choose from specialized tracks designed to match your goals! Our expert trainers will be on-site with in-depth product training to set you up for success.

Pre-conference training is currently at capacity and registration has closed.

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Shared Goals, Stronger Outcomes

Pre-Conference Training & Welcome Reception

 

WEDNESDAY, June 24, 2026

8:00 am | Breakfast & Registration
9:00 am | Training
12:15 pm | Lunch
1:15 pm | Training
4:30 pm | End of Training
6:00 pm | Welcome Reception

Conference
Day 1

 

Thursday, June 25, 2026

7:30 am | Breakfast & Registration
8:45 am | Welcome & Opening Remarks
9:00 am | Opening Keynote
10:00 am | Breakout Sessions
12:00 pm | Lunch
1:00 pm | Breakout Sessions
4:30 pm | End of Day One

Conference
Day 2

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FRIDAY, June 26, 2026

7:30 am | Breakfast
8:45 am | Day 2 Announcements
9:00 am | Breakout Sessions
12:00 pm | Lunch
1:00 pm | Breakout Sessions
3:00 pm | End of Conference