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SYNC 2026 Speakers + Programs
At SYNC, we believe continuous learning is essential for your growth. Our conference provides a unique opportunity to engage with top experts in HS Senior and Youth Sports photography. Thanks to our intimate conference size, you’ll have the chance to connect directly with these leading professionals. From mastering new techniques to refining your business strategies, you’ll gain valuable insights that set you apart. In the end, you’ll have the chance to Find Your People—the leaders and educators who will inspire and support you on your journey.
Main Stage Programs (included in all registrations)
GREEN: All conference programs
ORANGE: HS Senior programs
BLUE: Sports/Volume programs
Pre-Event Classes (additional fee)
Luminary Exchange - Thursday 2/19
Jump Start Classes - Friday 2/20
Additional Opportunities (included in all registrations)
SYNC has additional education that will happen in the evenings during the SYNC Lounge and during trade show hours. Plan on attending all events to get the most out of what SYNC offers.
ALL CONFERENCE PROGRAMS
On occasion, we will all gather together for dynamic all-conference programs and keynotes that will appeal to everyone in the audience no matter what your specialty.
JOSH RUSSELL
STAGE: All Conference Program
TOPICS:
Senior Photography
Volume Sports
AI
SPEAKER PROFILE:
Josh Russell Photography
Kaukauna, WI
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Retail Space (brick and mortar)
ANNUAL SESSIONS: 100+
ANNUAL TEAM/LEAGUES: 5+
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 11
MEREDITH RYNCARZ
PROGRAM: Coming Soon
STAGE: All conference program
TOPICS:
Business
AI
SPEAKER PROFILE:
The Restart Specialist
Richmond Hill, GA
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Retail Space (brick and mortar)
ANNUAL SESSIONS: 50+
ANNUAL TEAM/LEAGUES: N/A
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 16
ORANGE STAGE PROGRAMS
The Orange Stage includes programming on High School Senior photography, business, sales, photoshop, and marketing. Speakers are listed alphabetically.
KATIE SWATEK
PROGRAM: Coming Soon
STAGE: Orange (HS Seniors)
TOPICS:
Senior Photography
PROFILE:
Katie Swatek Photography
Lake Andes, SD
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Retail Space (brick and mortar)
ANNUAL SESSIONS: 65+
ANNUAL TEAM/LEAGUES: 10+
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 13
CARLA LYNN
PROGRAM: Coming Soon
STAGE: Orange (HS Seniors)
TOPICS:
Senior Photography
SPEAKER PROFILE:
Carla Lynn Photography
Murfreesboro, TN
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Retail Space (brick and mortar)
ANNUAL SESSIONS: 145 +
ANNUAL TEAM/LEAGUES: 0
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 21
BRUCE ROYAL
PROGRAM: Coming Soon
STAGE: Orange (HS Seniors)
TOPICS:
Senior Photography
SPEAKER PROFILE:
Royal Photography
Ironton, OH
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Retail Space (brick and mortar)
ANNUAL SESSIONS: 100+
ANNUAL TEAMS/LEAGUES: 10
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 17
JENNIFER DENTON
PROGRAM: Coming Soon
STAGE: Orange (HS Seniors)
TOPICS:
Senior Photography
Business
SPEAKER PROFILE:
Jen Denton Seniors
San Antonio, TX
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Home-Based Studio
ANNUAL SESSIONS: 80+
ANNUAL TEAMS/LEAGUES: 0
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 20
BLUE STAGE SPEAKERS
The Blue Stage includes programming on High School and Youth Sports, athletes, schools, and other types of volume photography. Speakers are listed alphabetically.
JAMIE BOLER
PROGRAM: Coming Soon
STAGE: Blue (Sports/Volume)
TOPICS:
Sports/Schools Volume Photography
SPEAKER PROFILE:
The Red Elephant Studio
Scottsville, KY
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Retail Space (brick and mortar)
ANNUAL SESSIONS: 500+
ANNUAL TEAM/LEAGUES: 25+
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 15
EMILY DAVIS
Program: Coming Soon
STAGE: Blue (Sports/Volume)
TOPICS:
Volume Sports
SPEAKER PROFILE:
Click Studios Texas
Krum, TX
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Retail Space (brick and mortar)
ANNUAL SESSIONS: N/A
ANNUAL TEAM/LEAGUES: 175+
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 14
TYE ALLEN
Program: Coming Soon
STAGE: Blue (Sports/Volume)
TOPICS:
Volume Sports
AI + Graphic Design
SPEAKER PROFILE:
TWA Photography
Springfield, Oregon
TYPE OF BUSINESS: Location
ANNUAL SESSIONS: N/A
ANNUAL TEAM/LEAGUES: 600+
YEARS IN BUSINESS: 7
