NEWS RELEASE

APRIL 13, 2026--Summer 2026 Initiative Links Universities, Organizations, Creatives, and Funders in an Expansive Innovation Cycle

Creative Evolutions, in partnership with Theatre Communications Group (TCG) and four universities across the US and in the Bahamas, announces MOMENTUM 2026, a rolling conference designed to generate new actionable options for the nonprofit sector and beyond.

The 2026 focus is EXPANDING OPTIONS FOR BOARD MODELS, responding to a growing recognition that many organizations and individuals are seeking governance and leadership models that better align with contemporary realities, values, and community needs.

Unlike traditional conferences, MOMENTUM functions as a living laboratory. Each two-day convening builds directly on the work of the previous gathering, creating a cumulative dialogue and public virtual release of actionable frameworks and prototypes.

Book an interview with Calida Jones, Co-Founder of Creative Evolutions & MOMENTUM

Book an interview with Douglas Clayton, Co-Founder of Creative Evolutions & MOMENTUM

MOMENTUM 2026 Schedule

• June 10–13 – Kickoff session at the TCG National Conference (Puerto Rico)
• June 26–27 – University of Oklahoma
• July 14–15 – University of the Bahamas
• July 25–26 – Seattle University
• August 5–6 – Minneapolis College of Art and Design
• September 8 – Free Final Culminating Webinar

Each site convenes approximately 100–200 participants for facilitated design labs and plenary dialogues. Materials from each session are recorded, synthesized, and shared forward with the next cohort, allowing ideas to be tested, refined, and expanded across regions.

By the end of the summer, MOMENTUM will produce a widely accessible sourcebook that includes pilot-ready governance and leadership models, recorded plenary conversations, and cross-institutional documentation connecting regional innovation to national strategy.

Meet our partner Seth Gordon & the University of Oklahoma

Meet our partner Dr. Robert J. Blaine III & the University of the Bahamas

Coming soon: James Miles/Seattle University & Kami Norland/MCAD!

Registration is now open

Register for one or all 5 convenings!

Professionals, faculty, students, funders, and civic leaders are invited to attend one or more locations across the summer. Each convening stands on its own while also contributing to a larger national exchange, allowing participants to engage locally while helping shape a broader body of actionable leadership models. Early registration is encouraged, as space at each university site is intentionally limited to support meaningful design work.

An Early Bird Discount is available for registrations before April 30, 2026 (use code: EARLYMOMENTUM).

Momentum is convened by Creative Evolutions in partnership with Theatre Communications Group and university hosts across North America.

Learn more about Creative Evolutions at: www.creativeevolutions.com

Learn more about Theatre Communications Group at: www.tcg.org

Contact us

Press inquiries: Cindy Marie Jenkins, Collaborator

​Cindy@CreativeEvolutions.com
+1 323-552-3333

Calida N. Jones & Douglas Clayton, Co-Founders/Managing Collaborators

​Calida@CreativeEvolutions.com - Douglas@CreativeEvolutions.com

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​June 10-13 Theatre Communications Group National Conference

Press inquiries: LaTeshia Ellerson, Co-Executive Director

​Lellerson@tcg.org​

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​June 26–27 University of Oklahoma Helmerich School of Drama

Press inquiries: Seth Gordon, Professor of Performance

​sethg@ou.edu

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July 14-15 University of the Bahamas

Press inquiries: Tameka Lundy, Vice President of Communications

​Tameka.lundy@ub.edu.bs

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July 25-26 Seattle University, Performing Arts & Arts Leadership

Press inquiries: James Miles, Assistant Professor

​jmiles@seattleu.edu​

August 5–6 Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Press inquiries: Kami Norland, Director, Scholar, Faculty

​knorland@mcad.edu