PPIA Future Leaders Summit & Expo
Exhibitor Information
We have received your registration for the 2026 PPIA Future Leaders Summit & Expo. This page contains preliminary planning information to help you prepare for the event. Additional details will be collected through the Exhibitor Information Form below, and final logistics will be distributed during the week of July 6.
Action Required
To finalize your participation, please complete the Exhibitor Information Form by Friday, July 26, 2026.
This form will collect information about dietary restrictions, electrical requests, accessibility accommodations, and participation in optional programming. Requests received after this date may not be accommodated.
Quick Facts
LOCATION
George Washington University
800 21st Street NW
University Student Center, 3rd Floor
Washington, DC 20052
exhibitor schedule
Primary Set-Up
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Consortium Strategy Session & Luncheon
12:00- 1:30 PM
Final Table Adjustments
1:30- 2:00 PM
Expo
3:00- 5:30 PM
event contacts
Event Logistics
Stephanie Marshall, IMPACT Collective
stephanie@impactcollective.com
(301) 219-9682
Please identify yourself as an exhibitor when emailing, texting, or calling.
Registration & Exhibitor Questions
Ray Orquiola, PPIA Treasurer
(415) 999-9641
Contact Ray for PPIA registration, exhibitor participation, or Consortium Member-related questions.
Consortium Member & Exhibitor Programming
WELCOME RECEPTION
Meet PPIA Fellows
Exclusive to PPIA Consortium Members
JULY 9, 2026
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Princeton University
School of Public & International Affairs
DC Center at DuPont Circle
Washington, DC 20036
- Connect before the Expo
- Network with PPIA leaders
- Meet fellow Consortium schools
CONSORTIUM STRATEGY SESSION
Shape PPIA's Programming
Open to PPIA Consortium Members and Registered Expo Exhibitors
JULY 10, 2026
12:00 - 1:30 PM
George Washington University (GWU)
800 21st Street NW
Room 301
Washington, DC 20052
- Review survey findings
- Discuss recruitment trends
- Preview future programming
- Help shape PPIA priorities
FUTURE LEADERS EXPO
Build Your Applicant Pipeline
Open to PPIA Consortium Members and Registered Expo Exhibitors
JULY 10, 2026
3:00 - 5:30 PM
George Washington University (GWU)
800 21st Street NW
Grand Ballroom
Washington, DC 20052
- Meet 300+ students / alumni
- Recruit future leaders
- Share graduate opportunities
- Build your applicant pipeline
Set-Up and Logistics
Check-In and Set-Up
- Primary set-up
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM - Final adjustments
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM - Expo opens
3:00 PM
Table Assignments
- Assigned by PPIA
- Priority placement for Signature Sponsor and for 2026 Consortium Members
- One table and two chairs provided
Exhibitor Checklist
Note: Bring all materials with you on the day of the event. GWU cannot accept exhibitor shipments.
- Recruitment materials
- Tablecloth
- Institutional signage
- Business cards
- Promotional items
- Name badge
Provided by PPIA
- One exhibitor table
- Two chairs
- Complimentary Wi‑Fi
- Limited electrical access upon request
- Registration support
- Directional signage
- Onsite assistance
Nearby Hotels
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Parking & Metro
Parking
- Limited visitor parking is available in the University Student Center Parking Garage, located at 800 21st Street NW with garage access from H Street between 21st and 22nd Streets
- Additional visitor parking is available in nearby GW parking facilities, including the G Street Garage at 2028 G Street NW
Metro
- Closest Metro Stop: Foggy Bottom–GWU (Orange, Blue, Silver Lines)
- Venue Address: University Student Center, 800 21st Street NW, Washington, DC 20052
- Walking Time: Approximately 5 minutes from the Metro station to the Student Center.
