OELS 2026

22-24 September 2026 | National Harbor, MD

 

REGISTRATION & FEE SCHEDULE

ADVANCE ENDS
JULY 31, 2026
STANDARD AFTER
AUGUST 1, 2026

Standard/Industry

This registration allows access to all TechConnect programs including: MOSA Industry and Government Summit, Smart Cities Connect Conference, Resilience Week, SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference, Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit, and expo programs.

$1,195 $1,395

Academic, Government, Non-profit, Startup

For fee purposes, startup is defined as a company under three years old and pre-revenue. Status will be reviewed. Contractors do not qualify for government registration and must register at the standard rate. A valid employee email is required at time of registration, and an academic or government ID is required at time of onsite check-in. Academic registration is for full-time faculty, staff and research staff at an academic institution. A valid employee email is required at time of registration. This registration allows access to all TechConnect programs including: MOSA Industry and Government Summit, Smart Cities Connect Conference, Resilience Week, SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference, Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit, and expo programs.

$995 $1,095

Student

Must be full-time student and show proof of student status. Postdocs are eligible for this rate. This registration allows access to all TechConnect programs including: MOSA Industry and Government Summit, Smart Cities Connect Conference, Resilience Week, SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference, Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit, and expo programs.

$425 $450

Active Military

A valid military email is required at time of registration, and military ID is required at time of onsite check-in. Reservists, National Guard, and retired military are not considered full-time active duty military personnel. DOW contractors or DOW civilians do not qualify for this rate. Email Registration@TechConnect.org for approval and a discount code for free registration. This registration allows access to all TechConnect programs including: MOSA Industry and Government Summit, Smart Cities Connect Conference, Resilience Week, SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference, Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit, and expo programs.

Free Free

DOW Civilian Employees

A valid DOW civilian employee email is required at time of registration, and CIV ID required at time of onsite check-in. Contractors do not qualify for this fee. Email Registration@TechConnect.org for approval and a discount code for free registration. This registration allows access to all TechConnect programs including: MOSA Industry and Government Summit, Smart Cities Connect Conference, Resilience Week, SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference, Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit, and expo programs.

Free Free

Add on Workshop: DOW Cybersecurity Compliance for Contractors

Thursday, September 24 from 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Click here for more information.

$195 $225

SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference Program Only

Includes access only to SBIR/STTR Innovation Conference Program, keynote room, expo hall, and SBIR/STTR displays. Does NOT include access to any TechConnect, MOSA Industry and Government Summit or Smart Cities Connect Conference sessions. 

$500 $575

Expo Floor Only

Does not include access to networking system or program sessions. This rate is not applicable to presenters or panelists.

$195 $225

Cancellation Fee

Cancellations made by August 21, 2026 will be refunded less a $150.00 processing fee. Cancellations after August 21, 2026, are non-refundable.

$150 $150
 

Register

Notes:

  • Attendees may transfer registration to another person at no charge prior to September 4, 2026. After September 4, 2026, no changes may be made. Contact Registration@TechConnect.org.
  • Anyone attending the technical sessions, expo, or receptions must hold a conference registration badge.
  • Any persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult wearing a badge and will not be permitted on the expo show floor during the hours of installation or dismantle regardless of relation, affiliation, or circumstances.
  • No one under age 18 is allowed in the session rooms or the expo floor without the prior written permission of show management.

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