EPIC Impact Society Summit 2026
Class/Workshop
Conference/Forum/Symposium
Lecture/Discussion/Panel/Talk/Q&A/Seminar
Rancho Tajiguas Preserve
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Date & Time
Mon, Apr 27 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue, Apr 28 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed, Apr 29 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Address (map)
CA
Venue (website)
Rancho Tajiguas Preserve
EPIC Impact Society, a Santa Barbara–based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing creative leadership, social innovation, and experiential learning, today announced details for the 2026 EPIC International Summit, taking place April 27–29, 2026, at the iconic Rancho Tajiguas Preserve along California’s Gaviota Coast
Now in its sixth year, the EPIC International Summit convenes an intimate, invitation-driven gathering of global leaders, creatives, educators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers for three days of immersive programming designed to spark ingenuity, foster collaboration, and cultivate innovative solutions to complex challenges.
The 2026 Summit theme, “Collective Exploration,” reflects EPIC’s commitment to cross-disciplinary dialogue and shared discovery in an increasingly complex world.
A Curated Summit Experience
The EPIC International Summit is known for its highly curated format, offering participants a blend of:
- Experiential workshops with actionable tools and methodologies
- EPIC Conversations, featuring in-depth interviews with influential leaders
- Themed panel discussions spanning education, entrepreneurship, the arts, and social innovation
- EPIC Exchanges, small-group facilitated dialogues designed for deeper connection
- Intentional pauses that encourage reflection, community, and creative renewal
The Summit has previously been recognized as one of the Top 10 Most Innovative Meetings in North America by BizBash and has welcomed speakers and honorees from organizations including NASA/JPL, Walt Disney Imagineering, Lionsgate, Creative Visions Foundation, and more.
An Inspiring Venue
The 2026 Summit will be hosted at the Rancho Tajiguas Preserve, a 3,200-acre historic property along the Gaviota Coast that provides a rare setting for participants to disconnect from daily distractions and engage fully in creative problem-solving.
The venue’s ecological, cultural, and agricultural significance reinforces EPIC’s emphasis on stewardship, perspective, and intentional community.
About EPIC Impact Society
EPIC Impact Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Santa Barbara, California.
Through its signature Summit and year-round programming, EPIC creates spaces where leaders from diverse sectors can explore new ideas, develop creative leadership skills, and collaborate to drive positive social impact.
For more information about the 2026 EPIC International Summit including speakers, sponsorship opportunities, or attendance, visit www.epicsummit.com.
