Redlands Forum

Educational and cultural programs for the community to learn and engage with the important topics of our time. Founded in 2009.

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Esri Chief Scientist Dr. Dawn Wright wearing a pink blouse, and background designs of orange circles and semi circles.

  • About the Redlands Forum

    Throughout the year, presenters and attendees come to the Esri campus for discussions that bring awareness to issues and offer practical action items. Attend talks from anthropologists, environmentalists, entrepreneurs, filmmakers, journalists, performers, and more.

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  • How to attend

    Attend the Redlands Forum in-person. Registration is no cost thanks to Esri and the University of Redlands Town & Gown.

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    Explore the list of previous presentations and panels.

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2025–2026 SPOTLIGHT

A season of powerful ideas and real-world impact

We heard from Redlands Forum guests that are shaping change—from science and medicine to social impact—through conversations that inform, challenge, and inspire.


Rebecca Johnson and Virgina Kromm, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
The Smithsonian’s Chief Scientist and Associate Director for Advancement and Communications shared how wildlife genomics is transforming conservation and helping protect the future of biodiversity.

Lauri Lynn Burns, Founder and CEO of The Teen Project
Lauri shared her journey from surviving abuse and exploitation to building systems that have helped thousands of young people find safety, support, and a path forward.

Loma Linda University Medical Center Cancer Center
A panel of physicians highlighted breakthroughs in cancer research and the technologies advancing care for patients today.

Esri Headquarters in Redlands, California
Portraits of 2025-2026 Redlands Forum speakers

Explore the archives of past events and speakers

We've had an incredible program this year and are thrilled to bring you even more engaging events in the new year.

Being in the Esri auditorium is to experience the world on a Redlands stage.

Margie Gifford, Attendee

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Thank you to our sponsors for the support of this event.

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