About this Event
The Accessibility Summit & Fest
Building a Foundation for Economic Mobility & Inclusive Technology
Dates: Friday, November 6 - Saturday, November 7, 2026
Host Location: Northeastern University Charlotte Campus
Presented by: LS Adaptive
ABOUT THE EVENT
Welcome to Charlotte’s nexus for innovation, inclusion, and community empowerment.
The Accessibility Summit & Fest, created by LS Adaptive, is the inaugural two day event in Charlotte uniting leaders, investors, changemakers, and community advocates to drive economic mobility through accessible innovation.
This event is open to community members of all levels, from corporate leaders and institutional investors to entrepreneurs, advocates, and neighbors, because true accessibility innovation happens when every sector is in the room.
Day 1: The Summit (Friday, November 6, 2026)
Doors open: 1:00 pm
Strategic Leadership and Multi Sector Alignment
Welcome Reception followed by Networking at 5:00 PM (All are welcome to join)
A curated forum gathering corporate executives, wealth advisors, innovators, advocates, nonprofits, universities, Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs), and policymakers. The Summit provides a nexus to discuss market directions, dismantle industry silos, and align technology, funding, and strategic partnerships, equipping leaders with fresh perspectives to shape what comes next.
Day 2: The Fest (Saturday, November 7, 2026)
Public Doors Open: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Community Engagement & Resource Festival
A free, family-friendly public festival built on celebrating "Nothing about us without us." The Fest bridges grassroots community access with real-world innovation, featuring interactive live product validation, educational workshops, direct resource connections, and an inclusive marketplace.
Saturday Sessions:
"Flipping the Script" & Collaborative Learning Labs (11:00 am - 1:00 pm)
- Experience emerging accessibility technology firsthand and provide direct user feedback to help innovators build smarter and faster.
Learning & Masterclass Sessions (1:30 pm - 4:00 pm)
- Open to all, whether you own a business, want to start one, or simply want to listen and learn about small business growth and inclusive entrepreneurship.
Day 2 Event Highlights:
- A marketplace showcasing veteran, disabled, and purpose driven founders
- Free healthcare screenings (blood pressure, hearing, and developmental
Get Involved as a Sponsor or Vendor
Ready to showcase your brand, elevate your impact, or secure festival marketplace space? Contact our team [email protected] to explore sponsorship tiers and vendor opportunities.
Accessibility: Sessions are captioned, with ASL provided by students and faculty with sensory-friendly area.
(Location is fully accessible including gender-neutral restroom, accessible parking, and/or drop-off)
Event venue & nearby stays
Northeastern University, Charlotte Campus, 2151 Hawkins Street, Charlotte, United States
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