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Konnections ’26, powered by Kornit, announces that entrepreneur, investor, and branding expert Daymond John will serve as the event’s keynote speaker. Konnections ‘26 is set to take place April 12-14, 2026, in Hollywood, Florida at The Diplomat Beach Resort.

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 today’s 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.

At Konnections ‘26, John will deliver a dynamic keynote focused on growing apparel businesses, navigating print-on-demand (POD) and on-demand models, and building brands that resonate with today’s customers in fast-moving markets, according to a press release from Kornit.

Registration is now open. To learn more, visit kornitkonnections.com.

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