US AI
Congress
Where National AI Strategy Meets Local Action
Powered by Enterprise Technology Association, White House Presidential Innovation Fellows, Chief Architect Network, and a national coalition of partners — the US AI Congress brings together business leaders, technologists, policymakers, and community builders for two days of conference programming and collaborative working sessions. The 2026 US AI Congress marks the official launch of the National AI Accelerator inaugural cohort.
One Day. National Scale.
Real Outcomes.
The US AI Congress is ETA's premier national convening — designed not as a conference to attend but as a working session to shape. Unlike regional AI Week events, US AI Congress brings together the stakeholders whose decisions move whole sectors, regions, and policy frameworks.
Inaugural Cohort
The National AI Accelerator
Launches at the US AI Congress
ETA's National AI Accelerator is the structured cohort program matching organizations with vetted advisors, technology partners, and implementation support to drive real AI initiatives. The 2026 inaugural cohort officially launches at the US AI Congress on May 27 at the National Press Club — and attending the US AI Congress means being in the room on day one when it happens.
Applications Open — Rolling approvals and submissions through end of 2026. Program re-launches and expands in 2027.
Two Days. National Scale.
Real Outcomes.
The 2026 US AI Congress brings together speakers from the White House, NVIDIA, and leading institutions from across the country for two days of conference programming and collaborative working sessions.
Speakers from the White House, NVIDIA, and leading national institutions will be announced in April. Register now to secure your seat before the full program is revealed.
Register Early →Sponsor and exhibitor opportunities for the 2026 US AI Congress are open now. Contact us to discuss how your organization can be part of America's premier national AI gathering.
Inquire About Sponsorship →The Issues
That Matter Now
Eight topic tracks drive the two days of programming at the 2026 US AI Congress — covering the full breadth of America's most urgent AI challenges and opportunities.
Government, Industry &
National Leadership
The 2026 US AI Congress convenes senior officials, executive leaders, and national innovators for two days of substantive dialogue on America's AI future. Full speaker roster announced in April 2026.
A National Coalition
Behind the Mission
The US AI Congress is powered by Enterprise Technology Association in partnership with the White House Presidential Innovation Fellows, Chief Architect Network, and a national coalition of partners committed to accelerating American AI innovation and prosperity.
National Media
Coverage Expected
The 2026 US AI Congress at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. will be attended by national media. Credentialed media will have access to main stage programming and breakout sessions throughout the event.
- →Main stage keynotes and featured presentations
- →Breakout sessions across all eight topic tracks
- —Curated roundtables and private meetings are closed to press
Media organizations interested in covering the 2026 US AI Congress can request credentials and press access. Contact ETA's press team to discuss coverage opportunities, speaker access, and advance briefings.
Request Press Credentials →The People Who Move
America's AI Economy
The US AI Congress is invitation-aware and intentionally curated — bringing together the stakeholders whose decisions shape how AI is adopted, governed, and deployed across American industries and communities.
ETA Members & Founding
Members Come First
The US AI Congress is an ETA event — and ETA Founding Members (Pro level and above) receive access to the US AI Congress as part of their membership. All ETA members receive priority access, preferred pricing, and exclusive experiences.
ETA Founding Members and Pro level members receive access to the US AI Congress as part of their membership — along with priority registration, member pricing, and exclusive event experiences.
- US AI Congress access included with Pro and Founding Membership
- Early registration window — before general public opens
- Member pricing on additional tickets for team members
- Access to the ETA Member reception and leadership dinners
- Priority matching for National AI Accelerator cohort
Joining ETA before you register for the US AI Congress ensures you get member pricing, priority access, and full access to the year-round ETA ecosystem — including the National AI Accelerator and AI Week series.
- Free Explorer membership — start building your network today
- Pro membership includes US AI Congress access and full ETA training library
- Founding Membership available at locked lifetime pricing — limited availability
- All members connect with ETA's 20,000+ professional ecosystem
Be in the Room
Where It Happens
The US AI Congress is ETA's most important day of the year — and the most important AI leadership gathering in America that isn't in San Francisco.