"Dive into cutting-edge sessions, hands-on workshops, and networking with industry leaders who are shaping the future of business analysis.

In 2026, RTP Raleigh collaborates with partner chapters to deliver this years virtual Business Analysis Development Day (BADD)."

Unleash Your Potential Conference:

Elevating Business Analysis Excellence

🟠Half-Day Workshops on Thursday, May 14, 2026, 8 am to 5pm ET

Workshops provide a hands on deeper learning experience on a single topic. (virtual) Choose 1 morning and 1 afternoon session. They are eligible for PDUs/CDUs (Professional/Continuing Development Units) Here is the Workshops Details Description brochure (pdf).

Thursday Morning, May 14, 2026; 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET - Workshops (Choose One)

Seeing the Whole: Systems Thinking for Strategy and Outcomes with Bruce Gay, Astrevo Labs

Augmented Analysts: Real-World AI Use Cases Transforming Business Analysis with Narayanan (David) Bhoopalaretnam

Stakeholder Management for Smoother, More Productive Projects with Thea Soehren, BA Force Multiplier

Thursday Afternoon, May 14, 2026; 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET - Workshops (Choose One)

Expanding your Badass Technique Toolbelt (The Badass BA goes agile) with Jennifer Battan, Spark Collaborative

Requirements for Analytics, AI, and Data-As-A-Product with Yulia Kosarenko, Why Change Consulting

🟠Full-Day Conference on Friday, May 15, 2026, 9 am to 5pm ET

Conference will have multiple concurrent presentations from industry thought leaders from across the country. (virtual)
Here is the link for 2026 Unleash Your Potential Conference brochure (pdf).

You won't want to miss this cost-effective world-class professional development opportunity.

Two keynote presentations.
23 presentations on 5 tracks to attend.
Prizes given out throughout the day.
Convenient virtual event platform.
Eligible for PDUs/CDUs (Professional/Continuing Development Units)

Presentation Tracks

Track 1: AI & The Future BA (Emerging Technologies). Explore how artificial technology is transforming the business analysis profession. Learn practical ways to leverage AI tools, understand where humans excel, and prepare for the evolving role of BAs in an AI-driven world.

Track 2: Strategic Impact and Leadership (Elevating Your Influence). Move beyond documentation to become a strategic advisor. Discover how to build credibility, influence without authority, drive measurable business outcomes, and position yourself as a trusted partner at all organizational levels.

Track 3: Communication Mastery (Human Connection Skills). Master the subtle art of effective communication, from running productive meetings to reading the room without saying a word. Learn techniques for stakeholder management, boundary-setting, and facilitating collaboration in virtual and hybrid environments.

Track 4: Learn by Doing! (Interactive Skills Lab). Roll up your sleeves and practice real BA techniques through hands-on exercises and interactive activities. Every session includes audience participation where you'll apply what you learn in real-time.

Track 5: Voices and Perspectives (Expert Panel Discussions). Join dynamic conversations with experienced practitioners as they share diverse viewpoints, debate best practices, and answer your toughest questions. These moderated panel discussions bring together multiple experts to explore critical topics affecting today's business analysts, offering real-world insights and practical wisdom you can apply immediately.