Join AREA Members for Two Days of Collaboration, Learning, and Innovation!

Q1 AREA Members Meeting – Reston, VA 2026

Date of Event:

Mar 25-26 2026

Location:

Reston, VA

Venue:

Hyatt Regency Reston Town Center Hotel
1800 Presidents St.
Reston, VA 20190 USA
Tel: +1 (703) 709-1234

Overview of event

Join AREA members for two impactful days focused on shaping the future of XR technologies. This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and contribute to industry advancements while gaining valuable insights from peers and experts.

Complimentary Session: Stop by Tuesday afternoon for an overview of our newly formed EDM Association. The only global trade association connecting the data, software, systems, and standards disciplines to accelerate data excellence and industry innovation. Learn how we’re building trust and confidence in the data that powers AI, digital transformation, innovation, regulatory initiatives and business goals. Hear from EDM Association executives about how “one EDMA” can benefit your organization.

March 24th (PM) – EDM Association Overview

Time Session
1330 – 1345 Welcome and Introduction to the EDM Association
1345 – 1445 EDM Association Member Panel
1445 – 1515 Networking Refreshment Break
1515 – 1530 Enterprise Data Management Overview
1530 – 1545 Object Management Group Overview
1545 – 1600 Augmented Reality for Enterprise Alliance Overview
1600 – 1615 Digital Twin Consortium Overview
1615 – 1630 Question & Answer
1630 – 1645 Closing Wrap-up
1645 – 1745 Networking Reception

March 25th – Connect & Learn: Members Day

This is your day to connect with the other AREA members. Share your latest case studies and learn from peers who are solving the same challenges you face. We will recap our 2025 progress, discuss and agree the proposed 2026 strategic initiatives:

Time Session
0830 – 0900 AREA Members meet and greet
0900 – 0930 AREA Requirements Workshop – introduction and scope
0930 – 1015 Workshop – Part 1
1015 – 1030 Morning Refreshment Break
1030 – 1200 Workshop – Part 2
1200 – 1330 Lunch & Plenary Presentation
1330 – 1445 Workshop – Part 3
1445 – 1500 Afternoon Refreshment Break
1500 – 1600 Workshop – Part 4
1800 – 2000 All Member Attendee Networking Reception

March 26th – Shape the Future: Defining Enterprise Requirements

Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on working session. We will collaborate to develop a definitive set of requirements for AndroidXR and new XR OEMs. This is your chance to ensure the next generation of hardware and software meets your specific enterprise needs. We will finalize the requirements we need manufacturers to follow to be truly enterprise-ready.

Time Session
0830 – 0900 AREA Members meet and greet
0900 – 0930 AREA 2025 Recap / Status Update
0930 – 1015 Member Introductions and Presentations
1015 – 1030 Morning Refreshment Break
1030 – 1200 Member Introductions and Presentations (cont.)
1200 – 1300 Lunch
1300 – 1415 Discussion – AREA Strategic Plan – 2026

  • AI data products for Enterprise AR
  • XR Scaling Best Practices
  • Building the largest repository of XR case studies
  • The AREA Enterprise-Ready Device Requirements
1415 – 1430 Afternoon Refreshment Break
1430 – 1630 AREA Steering Committee

Free time for non-sponsor members to join any cross consortia sessions

1630 – 1700 Preparations for Requirements Workshop
1700 – 1730 Marketing the AREA – Brainstorming

  • Ideas for AREA Content
  • Feedback
  • Any Other Business

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Event Sponsorship Information Request Form

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate with leaders in AR.

Registration and Fees

AREA Member Meeting In-Person Registration

Fee: $199.00

Registration fee includes access to both days, event sessions, demonstrations, lunch, and refreshments.

Location and Travel

Reston, VA 20190 USA
Tel: +1 (703) 709-1234

ROOM RATES:
Single/Double Occupancy: USD$269.00
plus 13% applicable taxes and service fees per night.
(Discounted Room Deadline: Friday, February 27, 2026).

Book Hotel Reservations – CLICK HERE

AIRLINE AND CAR RENTAL DISCOUNTS:
For airline and car rental information and discounts, please call Travel Solutions, Inc., an American Express Travel representative at +1-800-878-6664 (USA and Canada only) or +1-508-366-2678 or you may fax them at +1-508-366-1386.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

If you need to cancel your meeting attendance and require a refund, please contact [email protected] no later than: Friday, February 27, 2025. No refunds will be issued after this date. You may, however, send another person from your company as your replacement and we will make the appropriate badge change.

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