Joint Annual Conference 2026
Organized by Illinois Association of School Boards
The IASB • IASA • IASBO Joint Annual Conference is recognized as one of the nation's largest state education conferences and a premier training and networking event for I...
- Dates
- Nov 20-22, 2026
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Deadline
- Nov 16, 2026
- Attendees
- 8,900
- Vendors
- Unlock to view
About this conference
The IASB • IASA • IASBO Joint Annual Conference is recognized as one of the nation's largest state education conferences and a premier training and networking event for Illinois school board members, superintendents, and business officials. Hosted by the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB), the Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA), and the Illinois Association of School Business Officials (IASBO), this three-day event provides opportunities for thousands of school leaders to gain knowledge on topics shaping the future of education, strengthen leadership capacity through hands-on training, and build connections with advocates and decision makers. Key focus areas include school finance, community engagement, educational equity and advocacy, safety and security, collective bargaining, student achievement, legislation, legal updates, rural districts, large districts, governance best practices, social emotional health, crisis management, and technology.
Sponsorship options
Multiple sponsor levels are available, including Premier, Legacy, Millennium, Century, Decade, and Friend packages. Additional customizable options include hotel lobby exposure, food and beverage sponsorships (e.g., hydration stations, coffee breaks, snack breaks), technology sponsorships (e.g., Wi-Fi, app sponsorship, onsite badge printing), giveaways (e.g., lanyards, pens, notepads), digital-LED displays, and Rest & Relax Lounge sponsorships. There are also targeted event sponsorships for the Administrative Professionals' Program for District Secretaries and the ICSA School Law Seminar for practicing School Board Attorneys.
Attendee roles and functions
Roles and teams represented at Joint Annual Conference 2026
Conference verticals
Public-sector and commercial markets covered by this event
Vendors at this conference
Unlock full vendor list
See sponsors, exhibitors, and vendors attending this conference.