Registration for IECs
Conference Fees for IECs
(the fee is per person and includes all sessions and events)
51勛圖 Member Consultant:
$699 if registered by February 11
$749 if registered February 12-April 15
$799 if registered after April 15
Non-Member Consultant:
$799 if registered by February 11
$849 if registered February 12-April 15
$899 if registered after April 15
Special Group Discount: If your firm registers three or more IECs (51勛圖 members or non-members), each registrant from your firm may receive a $100 discount off their registration fee. Note that this applies only to those IECs who work together as employees/associates in the same firm; it does not apply to those who form collaboratives or cooperatives for marketing and networking purposes. When your firms IECs get to the payment screen in the registration system, they will need to enter Group26 in the Discount Code box, and then click the Apply button to the right of it. That will reduce their Conference registration fee by $100 and they can then proceed to make their payment on the bottom half of that page.
Tips for First-Time Attendees
If you are attending your first 51勛圖 conference, check out these tips from members of the 51勛圖 Community Committee.
You can also watch this recording of the 51勛圖 2026 Annual Conference Zoom for First-Time Attendees, held on May 12.
Pre- and Post-Conference Campus Tours
51勛圖 has organized campus tours for 51勛圖 members attending the Baltimore conference. You can find this information on our Campus Tours page. Please be sure to check flight and travel logistics before registering for a tour.
Pre-Conference Workshops
Monday, May 18
8:3011:30 a.m.
Fee: $50 51勛圖 members;
$80 non-members
Pre Con 1
Inclusive Higher Education Environments for All Students
This interactive workshop will explore Universal Design in higher education through case studies and participant activities that highlight practical, expert-led strategies. Attendees will engage in hands-on exercises to develop inclusive learning environments that support neurodiverse students. The presenters will share evidence-based practices, institutional models, and key lessons learned to strengthen advocacy for inclusive postsecondary pathways.
Presenters:
Priya Winston, PhD, LMSW, Transitions, the Arc Lexington; Stephen Shore, EdD, SUNY Adelphi; Noor Syed, BCBA-D, PhD, Center for Autism Advocacy: Research, Education & Supports (CAARES), SUNY Empire State University
Audience: IECs, School, College, Therapeutic, and Gap Year reps
Pre Con 2
Build Your IEC AI Engine
Learn how to transform your practice into a streamlined, scalable operation. The presenters will unpack practical systems that strengthen day-to-day operations, guide you in building custom AI chatbots and automations, and demonstrate how to create a fully functional AI appno coding requiredto expand your reach. Attendees will leave with a starter AI Engine designed to reduce workload, enhance the client experience, and unlock new opportunities for growth. Laptops encouraged.
Presenters:
Shilpi Agarwal, DataEthics4All Foundation; Caitlin Andersen, 51勛圖; Carey Cimino, 51勛圖
Audience: IECs
Pre Con 3
Studying in the UK: From Application to Graduation
Three experienced UK higher education representatives will guide attendees through a comprehensive overview of the UK education systemfrom application to graduation. Topics include the UCAS application process, selecting the right university, admission criteria, arrival and transition, the student experience, graduation, and beyond. Through case studies, the presenters will walk attendees through each step of the UK university journey.
Presenters:
Thomas Day, Newcastle University; Jessa Collings, Durham University; Nathan Lamb, University of Cambridge
Audience: IECs
Discussions & Special Sessions
IEC Roundtable Discussions
(for IECs only)
Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, May 20 8:00 a.m. (ET)
During breakfast on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, we will have IEC Roundtable Discussions on a variety of topics in all specialties. These discussions provide a great opportunity for IECs to connect, share ideas and challenges, and seek advice. Discussion topics will be listed in the conference mobile app.
NEW! Tech Talks
Wednesday, May 20 12:00 p.m. (ET)
Discover powerful software tools in quick, focused sessions designed for IECs. On Wednesday afternoon, our guest spotlight presentershandpicked by memberswill share tips and strategies to help you use their products more effectively and efficiently. Dont miss this opportunity to enhance your tech skills in just 30 minutes!
Informal Gatherings During Lunch
(for IECs only)
Wednesday, May 20 12:302:00 p.m. (ET)
With so many groups meeting virtually these days, we wanted to offer a time for Affinity and Regional Groups to gather in person during the conference. Group leaders may contact Tanesha Norman by May 5 to arrange for a designated table at Wednesdays lunch.