Konnections ’26 – powered by Kornit— announced that entrepreneur, investor, and branding expert Daymond John will serve as the event’s keynote speaker. 

Konnections 2026 – powered by Kornit, is the annual gathering for leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs in the print, apparel, and on-demand industries. 

Attendees can expect keynote sessions from industry trailblazers, hands-on workshops, product showcases, and exclusive networking experiences designed to spark collaboration and accelerate growth.

Konnections ‘26 is set to take place April 12–14, 2026, in Hollywood, Florida, at The Diplomat Beach Resort.

At Konnections ‘26, John will deliver a dynamic keynote focused on growing apparel businesses, navigating print-on-demand and on-demand models, and building brands that resonate with customers in fast-moving markets.

As the founder of FUBU, John helped shape the modern apparel industry, transforming a grassroots streetwear movement into a multi-billion-dollar global brand. His work helped lay the foundation for a creator-driven, on-demand, and print-powered economy. 

From his role as an investor on Shark Tank to leading The Shark Group, John’s career is rooted in building scalable brands, finding trends early, and turning creative ideas into commercial success.