ASCEND 2026 Conference Overview

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Ascend 2026 is a premier Oracle user community event that brings together functional leaders, IT professionals, and Oracle experts to share practical insights, real-world strategies, and the latest innovations across enterprise applications. Hosted by Oracle Applications & Technology Users Group (OATUG) and Oracle HCM Users Group (OHUG), the conference is designed to help organizations maximize the value of their Oracle investments through education, collaboration, and hands-on learning.

Join Elire June 8th–11th, 2026, at the Caribe Royale Orlando in Orlando. We’ll be exhibiting in booth #424! Ascend 2026 delivers a comprehensive program featuring education sessions, expert-led discussions, and networking opportunities designed to support organizations across PeopleSoft, ERP, HCM, EPM, and Oracle Fusion Cloud technologies.

With hundreds of sessions, speakers, and attendees from around the world, Ascend provides a collaborative environment where Oracle users can explore emerging technologies, share experiences, and gain actionable insights to move their organizations forward.

Why You Should Attend ASCEND 2026

Today’s Oracle landscape is evolving rapidly, with organizations balancing modernization, AI adoption, and operational efficiency. Ascend 2026 offers the clarity and direction needed to navigate that complexity:

Product & Technology Insights: Gain direct access to Oracle-focused education across ERP, HCM, EPM, and emerging technologies

Hands-On Learning: Participate in sessions designed to provide practical, real-world guidance you can apply immediately

AI & Innovation: Explore how AI is being embedded across Oracle applications to drive automation and smarter decision-making

Community & Networking: Connect with Oracle users, product experts, and partners to exchange ideas and best practices

Actionable Outcomes: Walk away with strategies to optimize systems, improve processes, and support long-term transformation

What to Expect at ASCEND 2026

Ascend is built for both business and technical audiences, offering a balanced mix of strategy and execution. The conference delivers:

Education sessions spanning Oracle Cloud, PeopleSoft, E-Business Suite, and more

Real-world case studies from organizations navigating transformation

Interactive discussions with Oracle experts and user communities

Networking events designed to foster meaningful connections

Whether you are optimizing existing systems or planning a broader transformation, Ascend provides the tools and insights to support every stage of your journey.

Connect with Elire at ASCEND

Elire will be on-site at Ascend 2026, connecting with organizations looking to modernize, optimize, and get more value from their Oracle investments.

Stop by our booth #424 to:

Discuss your ERP, HCM, or EPM strategy

Explore approaches to cloud transformation and optimization

Learn how AI and analytics can enhance decision-making and performance

Attend Our Sessions:

Lessons in Wayfinding: Navigating Kamehameha Schools’ Voyage from PeopleSoft to Oracle Fusion Cloud
Tuesday, June 9 | 2:45–3:45 PM ET
Presented by Ken Tyson and Edmund

Oracle EPM Advanced Predictions: Building Smarter Forecasts with Multivariate AI
Tuesday, June 9 | 2:45–3:45 PM ET
Presented by Jayjay Gutierrez

AI Beyond Rules: Preventing Benefits Enrollment, Eligibility & Payroll Errors in PeopleSoft Before They Happen
Tuesday, June 9 | 4:00–5:00 PM ET
Presented by Heather Adamski

Intelligent Transactions in PeopleSoft HCM: Embedding Insights Where HR Works
Wednesday, June 10 | 10:15–11:15 AM ET
Presented by Heather Adamski

Empowering HR with Intelligence: Exploring Oracle Cloud AI Agents and AI Agent Studio
Wednesday, June 10 | 3:15–4:15 PM ET
Presented by Aaron Bulthuis

How Kamehameha Schools Modernized Test Management through Visual Analytics and Smartsheet
Wednesday, June 10 | 3:15–4:15 PM ET
Presented by Edmund

Designing Insightful Experiences: Leveraging Data Visualization in Oracle Cloud Redwood Pages
Thursday, June 11 | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM ET
Presented by Aaron Bulthuis

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Our team will be available throughout the conference to share insights, answer questions, and help you identify practical next steps for your organization.

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What’s Next?

Ascend 2026 is an opportunity to step away from day-to-day operations and focus on what’s next—whether that’s modernization, optimization, or innovation across your Oracle ecosystem.

Register today to gain direct insight from Oracle user communities, learn from real-world success stories, and walk away with strategies you can put into action immediately.

We look forward to seeing you in Orlando.

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Maddie Caron

Ms. Caron serves as Elire's Marketing Manager, specializing in content writing and digital media communications. Maddie works to deliver relevant industry updates and technical blog posts to educate and engage Elire's audience.