LEDucation 2026 Call for Speakers

LEDucation is now accepting speaker proposals for its 2026 Conference, taking place April 14–15 at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York City. Virtual sessions will be held the week prior to the in-person event.

LEDucation provides insightful presentations, panel discussions, practical case studies, and addresses topics exploring emerging issues. The Conference will highlight the latest technologies, regulatory updates, essential issues, and lighting trends. Sessions are AIA CES–approved with many carrying AIA HSW approval as well.

Learning objectives must be clear and measurable

This Educational Conference draws expert lighting and architectural professionals along with those who are new to the industry—many seeking CEUs. Be sure your submission includes actionable takeaways and practical guidance that participants can immediately apply in their work.

Deadline for Submissions is September 15, 2025

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE

Email presentations@leducation.org with any questions

LEDucation is seeking presentations
on the following topics:

  • Sustainability and material transparency
  • Codes and compliance issues
  • Lighting for health and wellbeing
  • Lighting design tools, communication, metrics, and methodologies
  • The business of lighting in different market sectors
  • Emerging LED, OLED, and controls technologies
  • Case studies of lighting design applications.
  • Lighting design and specification topics.

Please Note the Following Guidelines:

  • Submitters need to provide a brief overview of the subject matter of the presentation—not to exceed 100 words.
    This overview will be published in promotional materials if accepted.
  • All speaker names and contact information must be included in the submission.
  • Please add the following emails to your approved senders list to ensure you receive critical correspondence.
  • Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
  • Proposals are not accepted from marketing companies or third-party entities.
  • Life coaches, business coaches & keynote speakers will not be considered.
  • If you cannot comply with our milestones and deadlines, please do not apply.

CREDITS: Types of credit to be offered

If selecting LU | HSW credits, AIA will review and may request additional supporting information to verify a program’s HSW-worthiness.

For HSW Credit:

  • 75% of course material must be HSW-compliant. Please list learning objectives with at least 75% of the content intended to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the occupants of the built environment as defined below:
  • HEALTH Those aspects of professional practice that improve the physical, emotional, and social well-being of occupants, users, and any others affected by buildings and sites.
  • SAFETY Those aspects of professional practice that protect occupants, users, and any others affected by buildings or sites from harm.
  • WELFARE Those aspects of professional practice that enable equitable access, elevate the human experience, encourage social interaction, and benefit the environment.
    An example HSW learning objective: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to demonstrate why more uniform parking lots increase the perception of safety for occupants.
  • Courses with a category of “Art & Architecture” or “Codes and Regulations” are not eligible for HSW credits.

For Elective Credit:

  • Four (4) Learning Objectives are required by AIA.
  • Learning objectives should use action verbs to describe what learners should be able to do by the end of the program.
    An example learning objective: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to identify the differences between PIR, Ultrasonic and Microwave sensors.
  • Each learning objective is not to exceed 25 words.

Please Note: Your acceptance to speak at LEDucation constitutes your agreement to allow LEDucation to use your name/image/voice in promotional print and online materials.

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