Live Events

TLC Happy Hour - Chicago

August 27, 2026, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 

Organized by the Test & Learn Community, sponsored by Statsig x Amplitude and Publicis Sapient, this Happy Hour is a chance to come together, enjoy some drinks and nibbles, while connecting with others working in data, product, marketing, growth, experimentation, and UX. Complimentary parking in the next-door parking garage - QR code provided on registration. (Thanks, sponsors!)

Registration required before August 25, 5 pm Central.

The event is free and open to all, but seating is limited, and RSVP is required.

Getting There

Experimentation island is now Optimizers Conference

Optimizers Conference

Where optimizers find their people.

A retreat where curious minds collaborate, converse, and create change!

March 3/4/5, 2027 | all-inclusive learning + connections

Spend three days with curious practitioners who improve digital products, customer experiences, and organizations through better questions, stronger evidence, and continuous learning.

Here’s why:

• Strategic content + transformative setting

• Cross-disciplinary learning + intentional connections

• Thoughtful hospitality + all-inclusive stay

• Insightful leaders + high-caliber peers

World-class content: 1/3 single-track keynotes, 1/3 attendee-run breakout sessions, and 1/3 networking designed to move you beyond test execution into experimentation leadership, culture-building, decision science, and strategic use of AI in growth.

Community & scale: A highly curated community limited to 150 mid to senior practitioners, intentionally balanced across disciplines, creating space for meaningful connections and shared growth.

A unique setting: Memorable evenings and informal gatherings in a serene setting. All meals, accommodations, and activities are included, so attendees can focus on learning, connections, and growth.

Why plan to join us?

Learn from notable thinkers, co-create with peers across roles, and return with the inspiration and interpersonal insights to grow your role, team, and experimentation impact. Designed for seasoned practitioners and emerging leaders alike.

Testimonials

"Experimentation island was easily the best conference I've ever been to. I came hoping for knowledge and connection with experienced experimentation professionals, and left with that and more-connections, community, support, and many more ideas to take back to my team than from any other conference I've been to."

Elizabeth, Product Data Scientist
Testimonial from our event in February 2026

"#Ei2026 is by far the most unique professional conference I've ever attended. It's easy to get lost in the mix at conferences with thousands of attendees. The intimate vibe made it easy to get to know one another."

Brion, Manager/Developer
Testimonial from our event in February 2026

“Experimentation island is 3 days around the people who built the industry, define its standards, and set a course for its future. If you work in experimentation, this is required attendance.”

Jim, Product Manager
Testimonial from our event in February 2026