An employee communications
& culture conference by Workshop
- September 16, 2025
- Omaha Design Center
- Omaha, Nebraska

Why should you attend?
At BrightSide, you won’t sit through presentation after presentation! Instead, it’ll be an easy-going event filled with delightful experiences, actionable advice, inspirational speeches, and interactive roundtables.
We also believe that the best events are about the people in the room. That’s why BrightSide will bring together communications, employee experience, HR, and marketing professionals alike to connect and share ideas, strategies, and tactics.
We will dive into top-tier topics like:
- Enhancing internal communications strategies
- Cultivating a positive and inclusive workplace culture
- Navigating change and uncertainty with resilience
- Building meaningful connections across teams and departments
- Empowering employee growth and development
- Creating impactful employee experiences that drive engagement

Venue
BrightSide will be located at the Omaha Design Center
1502 Cumming St, Omaha, NE 68102Don’t just take our word for it!
“BrightSide was a rare opportunity to gather and learn with other comms and culture pros. The entire day felt purposeful and left me with strategies that I was able to implement in my own work the very next week. But most important of all, it was truly fun! Networking somehow doesn't feel so awkward when you're cradling a baby kangaroo in your arms.”
Lizz Bauer
Hudl
“BrightSide is, dare I say it, the number one event for communications and workplace culture professionals. I hesitate to call it a “conference” because it instead feels like a very comfortable, energizing day with a group of friends who believe in you and your abilities. It’s an event with relevant learning opportunities, deep and meaningful connections, and fun.”
“I'm amazed at how much information I gained from a one-day conference. BrightSide was packed with practical and actionable takeaways. It was also filled with positivity and light.”
Becky Dunn
BioZyme Incorporated
FAQs
- Where is BrightSide taking place?
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BrightSide will be held at The Omaha Design Center located in downtown Omaha.
- When is BrightSide taking place?
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BrightSide 2025 will be on Tuesday, September 16, from 8:30 AM to 6 PM. There will be a pre-conference kickoff event the night before, on Monday, September 15 at Workshop HQ. Pre-conference kickoff event details coming soon.
- How much are tickets?
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We’re still finalizing details! We expect tickets to range between $500-$600, with some early bird and limited discounts available. Tickets will go on sale soon!
- How do I purchase a ticket?
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BrightSide 2025 tickets will go on sale soon! Sign up here to be the first to be notified.
- Will there be parking?
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Yes! Plenty of parking will be available at the Omaha Design Center. You can also ride-share (UBER, LYFT) if you prefer.
- Will food be provided?
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Complimentary lunch and refreshments will be available at BrightSide throughout the day. There will also be a networking happy hour directly following the event. More details coming soon.
- Will alcohol be served?
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There will be alcoholic beverages onsite. No one under the age of 21 will be served alcoholic beverages. Please bring a valid government-issued photo identification, such as a driver’s license or passport, for proof of age. Attendees will be asked to show proof of age.
- What is the refund policy?
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All tickets are non-refundable. Thank you for understanding!
- What is the agenda for BrightSide?
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Stay tuned — agenda coming soon!