Mark your calendars! The Index AR Solutions Fall Conference will return to Kingsmill Resort in Williamsburg, Virginia, on October 26–27, 2026.
Each year, the conference brings together utility leaders, workforce development professionals, educators, training experts, and industry partners from across North America to explore innovative approaches to workforce readiness and skills development. Attendees gain valuable insights, share best practices, and discover new ways to prepare the next generation of skilled workers.
The theme of the 2026 conference is Accelerating Workforce Development, reflecting the growing urgency to recruit, train, and retain the workforce needed to support critical industries in an era of rapid change. Through keynote presentations, case studies, panel discussions, networking opportunities, and hands-on demonstrations, participants will explore strategies for building stronger talent pipelines and helping learners reach proficiency faster.
The 2025 Fall Conference welcomed attendees from utilities, universities, health systems, workforce organizations, and partners across the country. The event highlighted the power of collaboration and showcased how innovative multi-modal training programs are helping organizations meet workforce challenges head-on.
To relive some of the highlights from last year’s event and hear first-hand from attendees, watch our 2025 Fall Conference recap video.
Additional details, including registration and lodging information, speakers, and agenda updates, will be announced in the coming weeks.
