Tuesday, December 8, 2026 | Top of the Hill Conference Center | Washington, DC
Sponsorship deadline: November 6
The 2026 U.S. Celebration of World Standards Day (WSD) brings congressional staff, federal decision-makers, and the standardization community together to explore how private-sector-led standards are addressing national priorities.
Congressional Briefing. A high-level panel on Capitol Hill priorities, such as U.S. leadership in critical and emerging technologies, critical minerals, data centers, and artificial intelligence.
WSD Showcase. An interactive space highlighting standards-based solutions in these areas.
WSD Celebration. Presentation of the Ronald H. Brown Standards Leadership Award and WSD Paper Competition award, followed by a networking reception.
Congressional Briefing and Showcase
| No fee to attend | |
|---|---|
11:30am–12:15pm |
Lunch and WSD Showcase |
12:15pm–1:00pm |
Congressional Briefing: |
1:00pm–2:00pm |
WSD Showcase |
WSD Celebration
| Admission ticket required | |
|---|---|
2:00pm–2:30pm |
WSD Celebration and Presentations |
2:30pm–4:00pm |
WSD Networking Reception |
Individual and government rates available; view the flyer above for more information.