Exhibitor FAQs
Everything you need to know about becoming an ISC26 exhibitor
If you’re considering investing in an exhibit at AHA/ASA’s International Stroke Conference and you have questions, you’ve come to the right place. Our account managers have gathered some of the most frequently asked exhibitor questions to help you make your decision!
When and where will the International Stroke Conference be held in 2026
- February 4-6, 2026, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
- Exhibits will take place February 4-5, 2026.
What are the exhibit dates and hours?
- Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. CST
- Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. CST
Who attends the International Stroke Conference?
- 5,900+ total attendees
- 5,200+ professional attendees
- 63% physicians and other stroke professionals
- 21% nurses/nurse practitioners
- 12% scientists
Top specialties in attendance (in order by attendance numbers)
- Neurology: Stroke
- Neurology: General
- Neurology: Ischemic Stroke
- Administration
- Emergency Medicine
- Critical Care/Intensive Care
- Neurology: Critical Care
- Neurology: Surgery
- Internal Medicine
- Neurology: Endovascular
View the full Audience Snapshot here.
How can I apply for exhibit space?
The ISC26 booth application process is all online. Click here to get your booth application started today!
What is the cost to exhibit?
Exhibits are $46 per square foot. The public service rate is $28 per square foot. There is no additional fee for island booths. View more pricing details here.
What is included with my exhibit fee?
- Complimentary full registrations based on your square footage: 100 square foot booth = two complimentary full registrations. Attend sessions and network with your high-value prospects!
- Unlimited exhibit-only badges for on-site booth staff and on-site VIP customer invites.
- Pipe and drape backdrop and your booth number noted on the floor space in front of the booth.
- Access to the previous year’s registration list for your mailing purposes.
- Complimentary booth listing in the Daily News and the AHA Mobile Meeting Guide App (provided booth has been secured by publication dates).
- Complimentary marketing toolkit.
- Complimentary online presence at isc.hub.heart.org.
- Opportunity to rent the pre- and post-registration mailing lists.
- Reduced price for hosting a Satellite Event in New Orleans.
- Discounted exhibitor housing rates.
What do exhibitors think about the International Stroke Conference?
“We exhibit at 22 conferences a year, but ISC is the best.”
“This is a good meeting for us, and we always see our target customers.”
“Good turn out this year. We’re getting lots of leads.”
Source: ISC25 and ISC24 post-event exhibitor surveys
What are Business Suites and Learning Labs?
Business Suites and Learning Labs are unique opportunities for exhibitors to deepen their engagement with ISC26 attendees. Business Suites provide a private setting for meetings, product discussions or small group demos, while Learning Labs offer an educational forum where you can present your latest innovations to a broader audience. Both options help extend your presence beyond the exhibit floor and create meaningful connections with stroke and cerebrovascular professionals.
How will you help me succeed at ISC26?
AHA/ASA commits to an extensive International Stroke Conference marketing campaign of social media, mailings, email marketing and retargeting ad programs. We also offer a variety of engaging advertising and sponsorship opportunities designed to maximize your visibility before, during and after the conference.
Exhibitors also have the option to rent a mailing list of registered attendees for promotional purposes.
First-Time Exhibitors (companies that have not exhibited since 2019) are eligible for the First-Time Exhibitor Bundle to maximize their exposure at ISC26.
What kind of recruitment opportunities are available at ISC26?
The ISC26 Career Fair connects companies with a highly qualified and diverse pool of candidates specializing in neurology, nursing and physical therapy. This premier event offers a unique opportunity to engage with top talent in person and strengthen your workforce pipeline to meet both immediate and long-term hiring needs.
