Disability Innovation Forum

Schedule

Thu Oct 22 2026 at 09:00 am to 07:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

Grand Hyatt Washington | Washington, DC

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Explore how disability-led innovation is reshaping work, learning, product design, investing, & economic development. DC | October 2026
About this Event

The future of work is being built right now, and disability-led innovation is at the center of it.

Technology is reshaping how people learn, train, and work at a pace we've never seen before. For the 1.5 billion people living with disabilities worldwide, this isn't incremental progress. It's a fundamental shift in what's possible.

A new generation of founders, investors, and enterprise leaders is driving that shift — building companies that treat accessibility not as an afterthought, but as a competitive advantage. Disability-led businesses are winning major enterprise contracts, attracting institutional capital, receiving significant venture capital attention, and proving that universal design is good business.

The Disability Innovation Forum brings together the innovators, funders, and advocates shaping this market - to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and accelerate the movement toward a truly inclusive economy.


When registered, roomblock details will be provided.


To request a scholarship based on financial need, please email the scholarship steering committee at [email protected] and the request will be considered.


See our website: www.disabilityinnovationforum.com

And our Sponsor's Websites:

https://www.smartjobglobal.com/

https://www.enableventures.vc/


Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Registration & Morning Networking Reception
🕑: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
The Big Ideas Showcase

Info: Detailed presentations from the most innovative startups in the field


🕑: 12:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Lunch and Forum

Info: Lunch will be provided and it will flow into a series of speakers and panels


🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Evening Networking Reception

Info: Enjoy drinks, food, and productive discussions with fellow industry leaders.


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Where is it happening?

Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street Northwest, Washington, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 81.88 to USD 321.96

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