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The 2026 Experience

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McLendon Experience 2026 group photo at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
McLendon Experience 2026 attendees group photo on stage
Keynote speaker on stage at the McLendon Experience 2026
Panelists on stage at the McLendon Experience 2026
Award presentation on stage at the McLendon Experience 2026
Speaker presenting at the Durham Convention Center
Speaker addressing attendees at the McLendon Experience 2026
Attendee listening during a session
Attendees taking notes during a session
Attendee listening during a session
McLendon Experience 2026 attendees together at Durham Bulls Athletic Park
Panelists at the McLendon Experience 2026 backdrop
Award recipients on stage at the McLendon Experience 2026
Attendees together on stage in front of The McLendon Experience backdrop
Attendees listening during a session at the McLendon Experience 2026
Two attendees working together on a laptop
Attendee in conversation during networking
Attendee listening closely during a session
Attendee smiling during a table discussion
Attendee standing during a session
Attendees together beside McLendon Foundation banners at the McLendon Experience 2026
Four attendees in front of The McLendon Experience backdrop
Carthage College group together on stage at The McLendon Experience in Durham
Igniting Dreams Award presentation on stage at the McLendon Experience 2026

The Igniting Dreams Award

Presented at The McLendon Experience, the Igniting Dreams Award honors a leader whose work helps turn the dreams of young talent into careers.

2026 Inaugural Recipient

Jon Patricof

The McLendon Experience

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