IHS 2026 Conference & Expo

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Hearing healthcare professionals who want to attend the full event or register for day passes MUST register themselves separately.
Registering three or more premier package attendees from the same company? 
You may be eligible for a discount on registration. Please call us at (734) 522-7200 for more details.

IHS Members: The member rate for registration is for IHS members who have renewed for 2026. Please ensure you have renewed your membership for 2026 to receive the discounted registration fee. You can renew your membership here

If you have any issues with your registration or need assistance, please call our office at (734) 522-7200 and one of our staff members will be happy to assist you.

PLEASE NOTE: This registration does NOT include hotel room reservations. Please reserve your room online at  https://www.ihsinfo.org/conference/venue or contact the Crystal Gateway Marriott at (703) 920-3230.

When
8/13/2026 8:00 AM - 8/15/2026 10:00 PM
Eastern Daylight Time
Where
Crystal Gateway Marriott 1700 Richmond Hwy Arlington 22202

Program

Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Description
Join fellow IHS advocates for an exclusive Hill Day spanning the Halls of Congress. This special event offers a unique opportunity to meet directly with Congressional offices, share the importance of hearing healthcare, and advocate for policies that strengthen and advance our profession. Participants must register no later than July 15 and should plan to attend our informational prep sessions beforehand and onsite. Includes Breakfast, prep, transportation & Hill Day debrief
Time
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
7:00 AM

Thursday, 13 August 2026

Description
**Note this is strictly for invited attendees. Please click "Add" if you received an invitation.**
Time
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
8:00 AM
Hear reflections and insights from those who’ve led IHS through decades of progress. Their stories will inspire your own path forward.
Time
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
10:00 AM
Time
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
2:00 PM
Time
3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
3:00 PM
Time
4:00 PM - 4:50 PM
4:00 PM
Join us for this fun event to celebrate and support IHS Advocacy. Enjoy an open bar and dessert after the opening reception to keep the party going! In addition to the good times and guest speakers, your attendance will keep IHS putting up wins for hearing aid specialists across the country.
Time
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
8:00 PM

Friday, 14 August 2026

Description
A-la-carte Friday Breakfast for Expo Only
Time
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
7:00 AM
Leveraging the Cognitive Health Connection as a Clinical Differentiator
Track
Clinical
Time
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
9:15 AM
What's Working Now: How to Win When You're Not the Biggest, Loudest, or Cheapest
Track
Practice Management
Time
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
9:15 AM
Students will receive hands-on instruction and practice in taking ear impressions, including exposure to both syringe and gun methodologies.
Track
Trainee
Time
9:15 AM - 11:00 AM
9:15 AM
Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10:30 AM
Every student needs to know how to perform an accurate and complete audiometric evaluation. This will be taught and then students will have an opportunity to practice, with special attention paid to proper masking and understanding the Why behind the How.
Track
Trainee
Time
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
11:00 AM
12:00 PM
An integral component of licensing exams and hearing healthcare best practices, students will hear a lecture on introductory Verification topics followed by hands-on training with Real Ear equipment.
Track
Trainee
Time
1:15 PM - 3:00 PM
1:15 PM
AI in Hearing Aids: Real-World Consumer Insights and Actionable Strategies for Dispensers
Track
Clinical
Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM
True Colors: Personality Traits and Their Impact on Ethics in Hearing Healthcare
Track
Practice Management
Time
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
2:00 PM
The Hearing Instrument Test Box is a critical troubleshooting tool, but one that many trainees don’t have access to. Students will be introduced via lecture and have an opportunity to practice using the HIT Box and interpreting and applying the results.
Track
Trainee
Time
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
3:00 PM
Leaders from across the vision and hearing care worlds unite to share key industry insights.
Time
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
4:30 PM
Rooted in Tani Austin’s ethos of Love of Humanity, this talk invites participants to reexamine how they lead, work, and show up for others. Through reflection and real-world insight with Starkey Hearing Foundation, the session explores how choosing to serve not just be successful, especially in challenging moments, elevates the world around you which creates stronger cultures, deeper trust, and lasting global impact.
Time
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
5:30 PM
Experience the nation’s capital in a whole new light as you explore Washington, D.C.’s most iconic landmarks beautifully illuminated in the evening. This guided evening tour takes you to must-see sites such as the U.S. Capitol, the White House, and the memorials along the National Mall, with expert guides sharing fascinating stories and historical insights along the way. Traveling in comfortable, climate-controlled transportation, you’ll enjoy a relaxed and memorable sightseeing experience—perfect for unwinding after a full day of meetings while taking in the magic of the city at night.
Time
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
7:00 PM

Saturday, 15 August 2026

Description
This is the a-la-carte option for Expo Only & Exhibitor staff to attend the Breakfast & Business Leaders Panel.
Time
7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
7:00 AM
Peer leaders share insights about running a successful practice and team in this evolving market.
Time
7:00 AM - 9:30 AM
7:00 AM
The Psychology of Patient Noncompliance
Track
Clinical
Time
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
11:00 AM
The Inner Work Behind Confident Treatment Acceptance: Why Personal Development is the Missing Link in Ethical Sales
Track
Practice Management
Time
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
11:00 AM
Time
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM
12:15 PM
This is the a la carte option for Expo Only & Exhibitors to attend the Keynote & Lunch
Time
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM
12:15 PM
Audio Engineering Approaches to First Fit and Follow-Up Hearing Aid Visits
Track
Clinical
Time
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
2:30 PM
Fix the Conversation, Not the Device: A Practical Approach to Reducing Hearing Aid Returns
Track
Practice Management
Time
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
2:30 PM
This is the a-la-carte option for Expo Only & Exhibitors to attend From the 50s to the Future: The Closing Awards Celebration
Time
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
6:00 PM

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