The Future Of Mail Keynotes At MAILCOM ’26

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Is the USPS doomed? Does mail have a future? These and other questions will be answered in two separate keynote addresses at MAILCOM 2026, September 28-30 at Resorts Atlantic City.

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A Look into the Future of the Postal Service

— Tuesday, September 28, 2026, 12:00-1:30 PM – Luncheon Keynote — presented by Kathleen Siviter, CAE, Executive Director, Alliance of Nonprofit Mailers

Snapshot: 2026 has already been an active year for the future of the USPS. Its regulator is conducting another review of its rate system with likely changes to come; Congress is holding hearings to talk about changes to the USPS’ business model; businesses using the mail are struggling with price increases significantly above CPI, and the USPS itself is grappling with continued financial stresses. How might the Postal Service be changed for the future and how should mailers, marketers, and operations leaders prepare … (click to read more)

The Future of Mail: It’s Not What You Think

— Wednesday, September 29, 2026, 8:45-10:15 AM – Keynote Presentation — presented by Dave Lewis, Founder & Chief Industry Officer, SnailWorks

Is mail dying? Is it too expensive? Is it unreliable? The truth is more complicated—and far more useful—than the familiar assumptions suggest. In this thought-provoking session, Dave Lewis will take a fresh look at the future of mail by examining the broader landscape of direct marketing, direct mail, and the Postal Service. Attendees will explore where the industry stands today, what is truly changing, and what remains essential as AI, digital marketing, and expanding data capabilities reshape how organizations communicate with customers. Rather than treating mail as just another channel, this presentation challenges attendees to rethink mail’s role in an increasingly complex marketing ecosystem. The session will provide a practical reality check … (click to read more)