SBIR FALL Innovation Conference

SEPTEMBER 22-24, 2026  |  NATIONAL HARBOR, MD
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  REGISTRATION & FEE SCHEDULE  


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

Standard/Industry

This registration allows access to all TechConnect, MOSA, SBIR/STTR, Smart Cities and Expo programs.

$1,195 $1,395

Academic, Government, Non-profit, Start-up

For fee purposes, Start-up is defined as a company under 3-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, MOSA, SBIR/STTR, Smart Cities and Expo programs.

$995 $1,095

Student

Must be full-time student and show proof of student status. Postdocs are eligible for this fee. This registration allows access to all TechConnect, MOSA, SBIR/STTR, Smart Cities and Expo programs.

$425 $450

Active Military

A valid military employee 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. DOD contractors or DOD civilians 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, MOSA, SBIR/STTR, Smart Cities and Expo programs.

Free Free

DoD Civilian Employees

A valid DoD 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, MOSA, SBIR/STTR, Smart Cities and Expo programs.

Free Free

SBIR/STTR Program Only

Includes access only to SBIR/STTR Program, keynote room, Expo Hall, and SBIR/STTR displays. Does NOT include access to any TechConnect, MOSA, or Smart Cities program sessions. 

$500 $575

Expo Floor Only

Does not include access to networking system or program sessions. This fee 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

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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.
  • Anyone attending the technical sessions, Expo floor 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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