Schedule
Get Ready for Three Days That Move You
The 2026 NMEDA Conference & Expo is more than an event — it’s three dynamic days of education, hands-on learning, networking, and inspiration.
From impactful sessions to exciting expo floor discoveries, it’s all designed to reconnect you with your purpose, recharge your perspective, and help redefine the future of mobility.
See the schedule below for full event details.
FridayFebruary 20, 2026
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7:00 a.m.—8:00 p.m.
Registration / Help Desk
Stop by for on-site assistance with conference check-in, badge pickup, registration questions, and general event information. Our team is happy to help you get oriented and ready for the conference.
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8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Pre-Conference Sessions Continue
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8:00 a.m.—10:00 a.m.
Vehicle Move In
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10:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Gatlin ABC
Exhibitor Move In
This scheduled move-in period allows access to the Expo Hall for booth setup and exhibit preparation prior to the Expo Grand Opening.
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4:00 p.m.—5:00 p.m.
Gatlin Foyer
Welcome Reception
Join us for light refreshments and conversation as we welcome attendees to the NMEDA Conference & Expo. This is your chance to reconnect with colleagues, meet new faces, and get energized for the Opening General Session that follows.
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5:00 p.m.—6:00 p.m.
Gatlin D
Opening General Session
Click here to see details of our Opening General Session.
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6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
Gatlin ABC
Expo Grand Opening
Kick off the NMEDA Conference & Expo as the exhibit hall officially opens. Join industry leaders, manufacturers, dealers, clinicians, and partners for an evening of connection, discovery, and conversation. Explore the latest mobility solutions, meet exhibitors, and start the conference by reconnecting with colleagues across the mobility community.
Saturday February 21, 2026
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7:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
Registration / Help Desk
Stop by for on-site assistance with conference check-in, badge pickup, registration questions, and general event information. Our team is happy to help you get oriented and ready for the conference.
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8:00 a.m.—9:00 a.m.
Butler
Game Changer Session - Prepare for the Unexpected
Presenter: Jason Russell, President and Founder, Secure Environment Consultant, LLC
No organization expects a crisis, but every organization must be prepared for one. In this engaging and thought-provoking gamechanger session, Secure Environment Consultants (SEC) President & Founder, Jason Russell, draws on his experience as a former Secret Service agent and as a national security expert, to help leaders recognize the invisible infrastructures that make organizations resilient. From workplace violence to mental health crises to operational disruptions, this session will help teams understand how preparation defines response.Through powerful storytelling, case studies, and actionable strategies, this session empowers leaders to build a culture of readiness that protects their people, strengthens trust, and supports long-term operational stability. Participants will leave with practical steps to assess vulnerabilities, plan effectively, and train teams with purpose, turning uncertainty into confidence.
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8:00 a.m.—9:00 a.m.
Sandlake
Game Changer Session - Fueling Growth: How Smart Hiring Drives Organization Success
Presenter: Ryan Naylor, Founder, AvaHR
In a specialized industry like mobility and adaptive vehicle solutions, the right team makes all the difference. Join Ryan Naylor, founder of AvaHR and hiring strategist, as he shares how top-performing mobility dealers attract mission-driven talent, reduce turnover, and build high-performing teams that drive both business growth and customer impact. -
9:00 a.m.—10:00 a.m.
St. Johns 24-27
Dealer Learning Track Session 1
Check out the dealer learning tracks here.
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9:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
Gatlin ABC
Product Demonstrations
Exclusively for Allied Health Professionals and VR VIP attendees, these Exhibit Hall product demonstrations offer a closer look at adaptive automotive mobility solutions. Engage directly with manufacturers, explore real-world applications, and gain insights to support informed client recommendations.
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10:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
St. Johns 24-27
Dealer Learning Track Session 2
Check out the dealer learning tracks here.
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11:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Gatlin ABC
Expo Hall Open
Lunch included 12:00p.m.-1:00p.m.
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12:30 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
Gatlin ABC
Level Up Live
Click here to see details about Level Up Live.
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3:30 p.m.—4:30 p.m.
Sandlake
Industry Roundtable Discussions
Check out the industry roundtables here.
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5:30 p.m.—6:15 p.m.
Panzacola F1
Auction & Cocktail Reception
Kick off the evening by joining colleagues for cocktails, conversation, and friendly bidding at the Auction and Cocktail Reception, held immediately before The Main Event. Enjoy great drinks, connect with peers across the mobility community, and place your bids on exciting items as the energy builds for the night ahead.
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6:15 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Panzacola F234
The Main Event: NMEDA 2026 Hall of Fame and Awards Banquet
An evening of distinguished recognition and celebration honoring excellence within the mobility industry. Join us for a formal banquet as we induct this year’s Hall of Fame honorees and recognize award recipients whose leadership, innovation, and lasting contributions continue to shape the future of mobility.
SundayFebruary 22, 2026
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7:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.
Registration / Help Desk
Stop by for on-site assistance with conference check-in, badge pickup, registration questions, and general event information. Our team is happy to help you get oriented and ready for the conference.
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8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.
Panzacola F234
Closing General Session
Click here to see details of our Closing General Session.
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9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Gatlin ABC
Expo Hall
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9:00a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Gatlin ABC
Level Up Live
Click here to see details about Level Up Live.
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11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Panzacola H-1
Dealer Open Forum
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11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Panzacola H-2
Manufacturer Open Forum
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11:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
Gatlin ABC
Exhibitor Move Out