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Innovation For All Programming at CES 2026

CTA’s Innovation For All includes dedicated programming focused on ensuring all voices are represented in technology and innovation, bringing together thought leaders for a series of engagement opportunities, dynamic session content, and networking events.

The Consumer Technology Association's (CTA)® Innovation For All includes dedicated programming focused on ensuring a variety of voices, experiences, and perspectives are represented in technology and innovation, bringing together thought leaders for a series of engagement opportunities, dynamic session content, and networking events.

Our conversations in 2026 will focus on a variety of topics, such as accessibility and wellness, how the role of Human Resources has changed, emerging technologies shaping the tech workforce, the shifting funding landscape, and supporting entrepreneurship.  

CTA is committed to ensuring we have a full representation of voices at CES® and beyond.

Sponsorship and Participation Opportunities

Sponsorship of the Innovation For All program at CES 2026 demonstrates a commitment to ensuring a variety of voices, experiences, and perspectives are represented at CES. Program formats range from dynamic panel discussions and networking events that connect industry professionals. 

Your participation also helps support CTA’s Startup Experience at Eureka Park, which awards up to ten startups led by founders committed to inclusive leadership or developing technology that expands access and opportunity for all with booth space in Eureka Park and travel assistance.

Contact innovationforall@cta.tech for more information.

Events

  • Event

    CTA Women in Tech Brunch, hosted by CTA, The Female Quotient & Black Girl Ventures

    12:00 PM-2:00 PM

    By Invitation Only, Various Locations

    Join us as we celebrate the outstanding accomplishments and contributions from women throughout the tech industry. By invite only.

  • Event

    Celebrating Black & Brown Tech Leaders Reception, hosted by CTA & Black Girl Ventures

    5:30 PM-7:30 PM

    By Invitation Only, Various Locations

    This networking opportunity brings together Black and Brown founders, tech leaders, entrepreneurs, and allies and is hosted by CTA®, in partnership with Black Girl Ventures. By invite-only.

  • Event

    LGBTQ+ & Allies Reception, hosted by CTA and LGBT Tech

    4:30 PM-6:30 PM

    By Invitation Only, Various Locations

    The LGBTQ+ & Allies Reception is a networking event hosted by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, in partnership with LGBT Tech. By invite-only.

Snapshot of Conference Programming

  • Conference Session

    Women in Tech Q&A - Live at CES

    2:00 PM-2:40 PM

    LVCC, Grand Lobby, CTA Stage

    Join Stephanie Dismore, SVP and Managing Director, AMD EMEA, as she hosts a conversation about the invaluable role women play in shaping organizations today and tomorrow.

  • Conference Session

    Next-Gen Skills: Preparing Students for Tomorrow’s Tech

    3:00 PM-3:40 PM

    LVCC, Grand Lobby, CTA Stage

    Today's classrooms hold tomorrow's innovators. Explore the skills shaping an AI-driven future and how industry can strengthen early pipelines to unlock talent.

  • Conference Session

    Work Rewired: The Next Tech Revolution

    1:00 PM-1:40 PM

    LVCC, Grand Lobby, CTA Stage

    Automation, AI, and new tools are changing how and where we work and the skills we need. Explore how tech adoption can unlock opportunity for all.

  • Conference Session

    Human Capital, Real Impact: The New Tech Advantage

    2:00 PM-2:40 PM

    LVCC, Grand Lobby, CTA Stage

    CHRO's are reshaping the workforce playbook - aligning talent, culture and innovation to keep companies ahead in a fast-moving industry.

  • Conference Session

    Capital Shift: Rebalancing the Scales

    2:30 PM-3:10 PM

    Venetian Expo, Level 1, Hall G, Startup Stage

    Funding in venture capital remains uneven. Stronger returns come from broader bets - learn how women in VC are reshaping funding flows and fueling innovation.

  • Conference Session

    Backing Bold Ideas: Expanding Access to Entrepreneurship

    3:20 PM-4:00 PM

    Venetian Expo, Level 1, Hall G, Startup Stage

    Great ideas come from everywhere, but funding doesn't always follow. Explore why opening capital pathways for all founders drives stronger, faster innovation.

  • Conference Session

    Masterclass: AI Prompt Engineering with Black Girl Ventures

    4:00 PM-4:40 PM

    Venetian Expo, Level 1, Hall G, Startup Stage

    Join Omi Bell, CEO of Black Girl Ventures, for a curated discussion on AI prompt engineering.

Innovation for All Startup Experience at Eureka Park Exhibitors 

CTA’s Innovation For All Startup Experience at Eureka Park at CES 2026 awards up to ten startups led by founders committed to inclusive leadership or developing technology that expands access and opportunity for all with booth space in Eureka Park.

  • AGIGA AI

  • ATDev

  • Daivurjnt Inc

  • LVING, Inc.

  • mimofit

  • Pathable AI

  • PocketDot, Inc.

  • Revimo

  • Soul Mobility, Inc

  • Tactus

CES 2025 Conference Programming

  • Empowering Women in Venture: Funding Gaps and Investing Opportunities

  • Fireside Chat: Bridging the Digital Divide for America's Future

  • Diversity Through a Global Lens: Navigating Inclusion Worldwide

  • Fostering the Future: Strengthening the STEM Pipeline for Success

  • Inclusive Investing: Driving Detroit’s Entrepreneurial Growth

  • Accessibility & Inclusion: Expanding the Diversity Conversation

  • Women in Tech Interview

  • Rethinking Work: Shaping the Future of the Modern Workforce

  • The Future of Women & Diverse-Led Funds

  • Maximizing Conference Success: Funding and Partnerships for Startups, with Black Girl Ventures

Startup Experience Previous Winners

  • 2025

    Coordle
    DaVinci Wearables
    Eleplan
    LetMeDoIt
    Parrot Finance
    Peak Mind
    TotumTech
    Wave Therapeutics
    We Hear You
    XR Navigation

  • 2024

    AAVAA
    Augmental
    BeAware
    Cephable
    Making Space
    Parrots Inc.
    Proxie
    Untapped Solutions
    Ximira

  • 2023

    Dance4Healing
    Identity Pass
    Mina Technologies
    My Gun’s Been Moved
    MyLUA Health
    ReBokeh
    RememberStuff
    Seleste Innovations Inc
    Staax
    Wave Therapeutics

  • 2022

    Active Kids
    Cyber Pop-up
    Foreverly
    Remane
    Round21
    Space Perspective
    Streamlytics
    Stuf
    TopKnot
    Yobe Inc.

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