Glossary
How we gather
Use this guide to navigate the agenda. Each format replaces a familiar conference default with an S3 practice designed for action.
Not a panel
Big Ideas Conversation
High-profile discussion with a clear editorial question.
Not an excursion
Salt Lake Field Experience
Place-based experience connecting the city to our themes.
Not a roundtable
Closed-Door Strategy Table
Curated conversation that produces next steps.
Not a donor huddle
Investment Circle
High-trust donor conversation — interest to commitment.
Not a breakout
Action Lab
Participatory session working through practical challenges.
Not parallel panels
Choose-Your-Path Dialogues
Concurrent sessions by theme-specific pathway.
Not just lunch
Hosted Working Lunch
Meal with a speaker, performance, or table question.
Not a reception
Nightcap
Intimate reflection over dessert or fireside setup.