Key Takeaways
- 2026 CEDIA Education conference will feature six education tracks including Technical, Lighting and Certification tracks.
- Free sessions will be available for attendees on the topics of advocacy, emerging trends and workforce development.
- Conference will take place September 1 – 3 during CEDIA Expo in Denver, Colo.
Fresh on the heels of yesterday’s announcement that registration for CEDIA Expo has officially opened, CEDIA (the association) has unveiled the full scope of its 2026 Education Conference. The conference will be taking place September 1 – 3 during CEDIA Expo in Denver, Colo.
A Rundown of the 2026 CEDIA Education Conference Programming
For 2026 the CEDIA Education Conference will host six tracks centered around modern-day business challenges and functions as well as emerging topics and trends.
“We’ve built the 2026 CEDIA Education Conference to reflect the diversity of our industry,” said Paul Dolenc, Vice President of Education at CEDIA. “Whether your focus is technical excellence, business growth, or design collaboration, you will be sure to find targeted, high-impact learning in the halls of the Colorado Convention Center.”
The six tracks are:
- Emerging Technologies, which will focuson artificial intelligence, robotics and power management.
- Business, which will focus on growth and scalability, covering branding, marketing, company culture, showroom strategy and long-term planning.
- Design/Build, which will focus on collaboration between integrators and design professionals.
- Technical, which will focus on deep dives into racks, fiber, networking, cybersecurity and system fundamentals, including hands-on demos.
- Lighting, which will focus on delivering the knowledge to design, deploy, and troubleshoot lighting systems while building a profitable lighting practice.
- And the Certifications, which will focus on preparation courses and exams for credentials such as CIT, IST, ESC-D and RNS.
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
In addition to classroom sessions, the 2026 CEDIA Education Conference will feature hands-on workshops designed to build practical skills.
These sessions include:
- RP32: Audio System Measurement and Verification Workshop, where attendees will learn standardized methods for measuring and validating system performance using real-world tools and software.
- Design Thinking, where industry leaders Peter Aylett and Rich Green will guide attendees through a proven process to better understand client needs and improve sales and project outcomes.
- The Evolution of Home Control: From Simply Smart to Truly Intelligent Living, led by Alex Capecelatro, will explore the shift toward AI-driven, intuitive home environments that anticipate user needs.
Additional workshops will cover lighting and rack building, offering hands-on experience in key technical areas.
Free Sessions
CEDIA will also host a selection of free-to-attend sessions focused on industry advocacy, emerging trends, workforce development, and show floor insights.
Industry veterans Michael Heiss and Rich Green will also be back to host their popular pre-show and post-show presentations highlighting standout innovations at CEDIA Expo.
Registration Information
Registration for CEDIA Expo and the CEDIA Education Conference is now live. Attendees can access the education program through a full conference pass or individual course selection.
To view the full lineup of speakers and sessions, readers are instructed to visit the CEDIA Conference website. To register for CEDIA Expo and purchase a CEDIA Education Conference pass, visit the registration page.
