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Getting ATD26-Ready

The ATD26 Session Scheduler & Exhibitor Directory makes it easier than ever to plan ahead and stay flexible once you’re on-site.

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Tue Apr 07 2026

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The ATD26 Session Scheduler & Exhibitor Directory, which doubles as our virtual platform and mobile app (hosted on Swapcard), makes it easier than ever to plan ahead and stay flexible once you’re on-site. While you can browse the full agenda as a guest, you will not be able to log in or build your schedule until you are registered for the conference. You will receive an email within 24 hours of registering with information on how to log in.

Think of our Session Scheduler and Exhibitor Directory as your home base for ATD26. It’s where you start shaping your experience—connecting with people, building your agenda, and getting ready for four packed days of learning.

Start Here: Your User Menu

Click your user icon in the upper-right corner to access:

  • My Profile

  • My Contacts

  • My Schedule

  • My Bookmarks

This is where planning meets possibility.

My Profile: Set the Stage

Your profile helps others recognize you and understand your interests. Take a minute to:

  • Upload a photo.

  • Add a short bio.

  • Include social media links.

Your contact information is never publicly visible in your attendee profile. You’re always in control of what others see, and your contact details stay private unless you choose to connect or book a meeting. Messages are always private, and you can update visibility settings anytime.

Your name and email address can’t be edited here—they’re pulled directly from your registration and tied to your access credentials. Access to sessions and app features is automatically applied based on your registration type.

If you’re a speaker, your profile will also automatically showcase the sessions you’re presenting.

My Schedule: Build Your ATD26

This is where the fun really begins. With hundreds of sessions to explore, the new ATD26 platform offers additional filters to help you quickly find what matters most to you—whether you’re planning every detail or browsing for inspiration.

You can filter sessions by:

  • Session Type

  • Track and Sub-Track

  • Format

  • Knowledge Level

  • Specialty

  • Translation Available

  • Schedule-at-a-Glance view for easy planning

  • And more!

These filters make it easy to compare options, avoid scheduling conflicts, and uncover sessions you might not have found otherwise. However, we recommend choosing one or two sessions per time block, as sessions are first-come, first-served onsite, and can fill quickly.

As you explore sessions, add the ones that spark your curiosity or support your goals to “My Schedule.”

From there, you can:

  • Sync your schedule with Google Calendar.

  • Export it to your calendar.

  • Download a PDF for quick reference.

Just keep in mind that ATD26’s schedule is subject to change. For the most up-to-date session details, please refer to the virtual platform and mobile app (coming in May).

My Contacts: Turn Conversations Into Connections

ATD26 is about more than sessions—it’s about people. “My Contacts” shows everyone you’ve connected with on the platform. Once you accept a connection request:

  • You can view each other’s contact information.

  • You can message directly.

  • After the event, you can export your contacts to keep the conversation going.

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