EAST CONFERENCE 2027

March 16-18, 2027

EAST students bridge the gap between their schools and communities, linking sophisticated technology with a shared spirit of service. At EAST Conference, learning reaches beyond individual industries and county lines. Experience the work of the world’s next great leaders and innovators, and witness as the future and the present become CONNECTED.

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What is EAST Conference?

Each spring, more than 3,200 students, teachers, parents, and community and business leaders gather in Hot Springs, Ark., to attend EAST's signature event: EAST Conference.

This multi-day event is an opportunity for students to showcase projects that make a difference in their communities, to network with peers and industry professionals, and to experience a professional conference unlike any other. EAST Conference is designed to empower students, celebrate accomplishments, foster connections and expand the EAST network.

Highlights

Schedule of Events

All times are in Central Standard Time (CST)

EAST Conference Exhibitor

Engage Your Future Workforce

The EAST Conference isn't just an exhibit hall. It's a space where innovation and real-world learning come alive. As an exhibitor, you'll connect face-to-face with 3,000 students, facilitators, professionals, and community leaders from across the EAST network, all in one place.

This is more than booth space. It's your chance to inspire, recruit, and engage the next generation of hands-on, problem-solving innovators. Students come ready to explore career paths, ask smart questions, and try real, hands-on experiences at your booth. Bring a demo, a challenge, or a conversation starter. EAST students show up ready to engage.

Sponsor EAST Conference

Invest in the Future. Inspire What’s Next.

Sponsoring #EASTcon27 is more than brand visibility. It's a partnership in building tomorrow's workforce. Your sponsorship supports the 3,000 students, facilitators, and community members who come together each year to celebrate innovation, explore technology, and connect with professionals like you.

Whether you're looking to elevate your brand, recruit talent, or demonstrate your commitment to education and workforce development, EAST Conference gives you a platform to do all three. Your support helps fund real experiences for students across EAST's 225 school-based programs in Arkansas and Oklahoma, and opens doors to opportunity for students across the network.

Ready to talk about which level is right for your team?

Contact Bethany Howell, Director of Development, at development@eaststaff.org or 501.371.5029.