Frequently Asked Questions

The exhibition will be held on   14 - 15 April 2026 at Irving Convention Center , Dallas, Texas.

Connected America 2026 is open from 8:00am - 5:00pm on 14 - 15 April 2026

Connected America 2026 is a business-to-business (B2B) event for professionals, industry representatives, and invited guests. 

You can register online via our Registration Page . Early registration is recommended to secure your place.

There are two types of registration. Our buyer prgram offers free tickets for individuals who meet certain criteria. For anyone elseFees apply for conference delegate passes. Current ticket pricing, including discounts and special offers can be found on the Registration Page

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your e-ticket QR code. This code can also be found within our networking app. To collect your badge, simply present this QR code at the registration desk when you arrive at the event. 

Irving Convention Center is easily accessible by public transport, taxi, rideshare, or car. Visit the Venue page for more information.

Yes, paid parking is available at the venue. For more information visit the Venue page

Yes, there are several hotels near Irving Convention Center. Visit our Accommodation Page to view nearby options and access exclusive attendee rates.

Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout Irving Convention Center. Login details will be provided on-site.

Yes, a range of food and beverage options will be available for purchase inside the exhibition hall.

Yes, cloakroom services are available at the venue close to the registration area. 

Absolutely. Irving Convention Center is fully accessible. The venue is fully accessible and equipped with facilities for disabled guests. For more details, visit the Venue page.

The full list of exhibitors is available on our Exhibitor Directory .

Yes, registered attendees will receive access to the official Connected America 2026 event app . All attendees will have access to the basic app, allowing you to view the agenda, sponsors and exhibitors. To access the networking feature of the app, including viewing the attendee list and messaging you must purchase an app access ticket. 

Use the Connected America 2026 event app to connect and schedule meetings with exhibitors before and during the event. Note:  All attendees will have access to the basic app, allowing you to view the agenda, sponsors and exhibitors. To access the networking feature of the app, including viewing the attendee list and messaging you must purchase an app access ticket. 

Yes, there are dedicated networking sessions and evening receptions including our networking breaks, networking app, Day 1 bar crawl and 5k Fun Run. Check the event schedule for details.

Yes, our conference features 175 expert speakers with a range of panel discussions . The full agenda is available on our Conference agenda page.

All ticket types allow access to the conference sessions. You can create your own agenda in the event app. Please check the program for more details.

No, sessions are not recorded. We encourage attendees to connect with speakers directly through the event app to request any materials or follow-up information. Some presentation slides may be available after the event. 

Connected America 2026 follows all current Government and Irving Convention Center health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe environment for attendees, exhibitors, and staff. Measures may include enhanced cleaning, sanitisation stations, and crowd management practices. Updates will be provided regularly.

If you feel unwell during the event, please visit the first aid station or notify a member of the event staff immediately. Your wellbeing is our priority.

Business casual is suitable for the conference and exhibition.

All attendees must be individually registered. If you would like to bring a colleague, friend, or guest, please ensure they complete their own registration via the Registration page .

Please visit our Sponsor/Exhibit page or contact Cheryl Cheong, at cheryl.cheong@totaltele.com. We'd love to chat about how you can get involved.

For further assistance, please email us at cheryl.cheong@totaltele.com or visit our Contact Us page.