The 2026 New Faculty Colloquium is a pre-conference program for early-career faculty focused on thriving in the first years of an appointment. Connect with established scholars and emerging leaders for actionable guidance on navigating the tenure process. For faculty in their first three years, sessions focus on the core pillars of success—research agenda, external funding, teaching excellence, and effective advising—while balancing research, teaching, and service. You’ll also build meaningful connections across the INFORMS community. Leave with practical tools and confidence to establish a sustainable foundation for your academic career.