Exhibit @ LEAD
Be at the crossroad of accessibility and culture!
The Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability (LEAD) Conference is the premiere arts and accessibility professional development event, connecting cultural professionals to a global community of practice.
LEAD brings the cultural sector together, setting the standard for access and inclusion, shifting organizational practice, and sparking initiatives to create more human-centered, accessible arts and cultural experiences and environments. LEAD’s network of theaters, museums, parks, and other cultural centers are empowered to identify and remove barriers to people with disabilities of all ages in their local communities.
The conference will feature over 100 sessions with experts and peer-to-peer exchange focused on developing capacity, knowledge building, and networking.
Register today or contact us at 202-416-8727 or lead@kennedy-center.org to get started!
Why LEAD?
LEAD draws hundreds of participants representing arts and cultural organizations from across the US and around the world. They value the connections and information experienced through this one-of-a-kind gathering.
The conference helped me understand how changes can be implemented gradually and still have a significant impact on our audience and community. It also mad me feel more confident that I have the knowledge and resources needed to support change at my organization."
"Leaving LEAD, I feel energized by the possibilities ahead. There are tangible changes that I can make right away to improve accessibility in my work."
"Networking with peers from around the country is invaluable. We are all in this together. Always incredible and inspiring to learn from other organizations and imaing their work as models and consider how it might apply to my own work."
Exhibit @ LEAD
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to showcase your products, services, and resources to a targeted audience, make new connections with other disability services leaders, and build relationships with potential clients or partners in the field.
Exhibit space is in busy lobby areas where participants take breaks between sessions and gather for networking. The location gives you prime exposure to all participants attending the conference.
All exhibitor options include:
- Exhibit space for all three (3) days of the main LEAD Conference August 12-14, 2026
- Exhibitor profile in the conference app and attendee website
Single Table
Includes:
- One 6’ table with linen
- Two chairs
- May bring one (1) retractable floor banner or small sign.
- One exhibitor pass, which includes lunch on all three days
Fees:
- Non-Profit Organizations: $600
- Commercial/For-Profit Organizations: $1250
Double Table
Includes:
- Two 6’ tables with linens
- Four chairs
- May bring two (2) retractable floor banners or small signs
- Two exhibitor passes, which includes lunch on all three days
Fees:
- Non-Profit Organizations: $750
- Commercial/For-Profit Organizations: $1750
Dedicated WiFi and Power
Add dedicated WiFi and/or power drops to single or double tables:
- WiFi: $100
- Power Drop: $100
About Exhibitor Passes
Exhibitor passes include access to the meals provided during the conference and the exhibit space but do not include access to conference sessions. Exhibitors may opt to register for sessions for an additional fee. Additional exhibitor passes may also be purchased.
Please note that sales are prohibited at Exhibit @ LEAD.
Advertising
Agenda Book Advertisements
Showcase your organization in more than 700 copies of our printed agenda book. Multiple sizes available!
- Back Cover (8.5” w x 11” h): $1,250
- Full Page (8” w x 10.5” h): $525
- 1/2 Page (8” w x 5.25” h): $300
- 1/2 Page (3.75” w x 10.5” h): $300
- 1/4 Page (3.75” w x 5” h): $200
The deadline to purchase an ad is June 15.
Guidelines for Advertisements
- Copy and graphic cannot include a call to action to purchase. Examples of this are phrases like “apply now”, “register here”, or “buy this.” You may use language such as “For more information”, “to learn more”, or “for more details.”
- All advertisements must be accessible according to the standards of the Kennedy Center Office of Accessibility and VSA.
- Use CMYK only (no PMS colors permitted)
- Submit file as a high resolution, print ready EPS, PDF, or JPG. Files may not be submitted in Word, Publisher, Photoshop, or TIF files.
- Promotional items cannot include language that suggest the Kennedy Center or LEAD® Conference support, endorse, or otherwise approve of a product, program, event, or organization, nor can they contain any political content or language.
- The Kennedy Center reserves the right to refuse any promotional material for any reason.
E-Mail Marketing
Reach more than 8,000 people with a graphic ad!
$250 for one (1) email placement
- Located at the bottom of an existing LEAD Conference marketing email
- Page wide, horizontal graphic (800 px wide by 350 px high)
- Submit fully designed as JPG or PNG
The deadline to purchase an email marketing ad is June 15.
Guidelines for Emails
- Copy and graphic cannot include a call to action to purchase. Examples of this are phrases like “apply now”, “register here”, or “buy this” You may use language such as “For more information”, “to learn more”, or “for more details.”
- All advertisements must be accessible according to the standards of the Office of Accessibility and VSA
- Graphics cannot include language that suggest the Office of Accessibility and VSA or LEAD® Conference support, endorse, or otherwise approve of a product, program, event, or organization.
- LEAD reserves the right to refuse any promotional material for any reason.
Ready to get started?
Register today or contact us at 202-416-8727 or lead@kennedy-center.org!
