With Lemonis Announcement, Power Forward 2026 Just Got Bigger!

The excitement around First Commerce’s Power Forward Speaker Series has reached new heights with the recent announcement that our 2026 speaker, Marcus Lemonis, has stepped into a major new role — CEO of Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc.

In addition to his new position, Lemonis will continue serving as Executive Chairman of the Board for Bed Bath & Beyond. This move adds to his already impressive list of leadership roles, which includes Co-Founder and Special Advisor for Camping World, the company he helped grow into the nation’s largest RV retailer.

Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to level up in 2026 won’t want to miss Lemonis live on stage at Power Forward on January 27. He’ll share insights on people-first leadership through his signature 3 P’s® philosophy — People, Process, and Product — and how it can spark transformative change.

But don’t wait — tickets are going fast! Grab yours today at tickets.fsu.edu.

2026 Power Forward Speaker Series

Presented by First Commerce and the FSU Division of Research

  • Who: Marcus Lemonis — Entrepreneur, investor, reality TV star, and Camping World Chairman & CEO
  • When: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 | 3:30–5:00 p.m.
  • Where: Ruby Diamond Concert Hall, Florida State University
  • Tickets: FSU Fine Arts Ticket Office | tickets.fsu.edu

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