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UID:events-pro.ru/conference/LAF2026
DTSTAMP:20260426T112520Z
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260629
SUMMARY:LAF-2026
DESCRIPTION:### Overview\nThe Summer Analytical Festival (LAF) 2026 is a two day event dedicated to system and business analysis\, requirements management\, and product stewardship. Scheduled for June 13 and 14\, 2026\, the festival brings together analysts\, consultants\, and trainers for a professional gathering that emphasizes knowledge sharing\, practical sessions\, and networking in a relaxed festival atmosphere. The event is hosted in Russia\, with the first day taking place in Ivanovo and the second day in a countryside venue near Lежневская Lagoon. The festival has a long running history since 2010 and continues the tradition of blending formal sessions with informal social time.\n\n### What to expect\nLAF 2026 features more than thirty talks\, master classes\, round tables\, and business games presented by experienced analytics professionals from various companies. The program focuses on software system analysis\, business analysis\, handling requirements\, and product management. Attendees will experience a combination of expert-led presentations\, hands-on workshops\, and collaborative discussions designed to deepen practical skills and broaden professional connections. A key theme is not only technical mastery but also the value of professional culture and community that the festival fosters. In addition to technical content\, the event includes opportunities to engage with peers during evenings\, as well as outdoor sessions and informal gatherings.\n\n### Agenda and format\nDay 1 is a traditional conference day with talks and master classes. Experts share knowledge\, case studies\, and methodologies from different organizations\, followed by opportunities to discuss topics in more depth. Day 1 also includes social time in the evenings for informal conversations over meals. Day 2 continues with more talks and workshops\, complemented by interactive activities and open conversations in a freer format. The program highlights a blend of structured sessions and participant interaction\, with room for debates\, hands-on exercises\, and collaborative problem solving.\n\n### What is LAF and who should attend\nLAF is one of the oldest annual conferences in the region focusing on system analysis\, business analysis\, requirements engineering\, and product management. It is designed for analysts\, product managers\, IT consultants\, and professionals who want to deepen their practice\, exchange ideas\, and learn from peers. The festival format is described as a professional celebration with a distinctive atmosphere of open communication\, breathing space for networking\, and a chance to meet interesting people and enjoy the conference experience.\n\n### Location and access\nThe 2026 edition is spread across two venues. The first day takes place in Ivanovo\, at Palekhnskaya Street\, building 10\, in the office of a local consulting company. The second day shifts to Ivanovo region\, in Kuzmadenye village at a recreation center labeled Lezhnevskaya Lagoon. Attendees should plan travel accordingly to participate in both venues. Additional details about sessions and speakers are typically posted closer to the event dates and ticketing information is available on the festival site.\n\n### Who should attend\nThe festival targets professionals who work with analytics in business and technology\, including system analysts\, business analysts\, requirements engineers\, product managers\, and consultants. It is suitable for those seeking practical knowledge\, networking with peers\, and exposure to leading ideas in analytics and product development. Attendees can expect a collaborative environment that blends formal sessions with opportunities for social interaction and community engagement.\n\n### FAQs\nIf you want to stay informed about festival updates\, there are community channels such as a Telegram group for participants to join. The event organizers emphasize a communal culture\, opportunities for learning\, and informal discussions alongside structured program elements.\n\nhttps://events-pro.ru/conference/LAF2026?ref=ainave
LOCATION:Moscow\, Russian Federation\, RU
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