Annual Innovation Summit
Annual Innovation Summit
Powering the Future of Traffic Safety & Connected Mobility
Join industry leaders, transportation professionals, and technology innovators in Wichita, Kansas for four days of forward-thinking education, hands-on training, and powerful networking.
When: May 18–21, 2026
Where: Kansas Sports Hall of Fame & Wichita Boathouse — 515 S. Wichita St, Wichita, KS 67202
Cost: Registration is FREE for all attendees
Event Highlights
- Opening keynote by Calvin Reed, Secretary of KDOT
- Pre-summit hands-on technical training (May 18–19)
- Vendor and educational sessions
- Continuing education credits
- Complimentary catered lunches
- Evening Vendor Social & Baseball Event
- Attendance certificate following the event
Schedule at a Glance
Mon, May 18 — Session 1: Traffic Cabinet Monitor Training (EDI)
Tue, May 19 — Session 2: Cabinet Monitor Training (EDI) + Session 3: Signal Controller & TACTIC/STUDIO (Yunex Traffic)
Tue, May 19 @ 6:35 PM — First Pitch Baseball Event at Equity Bank Park
Wed, May 20 — Day 1: Intelligent Infrastructure — Opening address by Calvin Reed, Secretary of KDOT
Wed, May 20 @ 4:30 PM — Evening Vendor Social (Complimentary)
Thu, May 21 — Day 2: AI-Driven Traffic Innovation
Hotel Accommodations
Fairfield Inn & Suites Wichita Downtown
525 S Main St, Wichita, KS — $139/night
Reservation deadline: May 1, 2026
Hyatt Regency Wichita
400 W. Waterman St, Wichita, KS — $145/night
Complimentary airport shuttle | Reservation deadline: May 1, 2026
Both properties are within walking distance of Summit venues and the stadium.
