Startup Alley Opportunity

Apply to Participate in the Training 2026 Startup Alley

Purpose of Training 2026 Startup Alley

Training magazine recognizes the need for entrepreneurs to help drive the transformation taking place in corporate L&D and talent management — largely spurred on by AI. To that end, Training magazine is creating an in-person opportunity about its conference to promote innovative startups — to both assist the startups to gain valuable market exposure, as well as to help Training magazine's audience be educated about the latest innovations in learning technology. This effort positions Training magazine as a leader in recognizing the value of innovation in today's market environment.

About the Training 2026 Startup Alley

The Startup Alley takes place during Training Magazine's Annual Training 2026 Conference & Expo, February 23-25, at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando. Startups apply for inclusion in the program. There is a committee that reviews and accepts applicants.

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO: FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2026
STARTUP ALLEY FEE: $1500 (see below)

Benefits of Participating in the Startup Alley at Training 2026

Successful applicants will pay a reduced registration/exhibitor fee of $1,500 (and cover their own travel and hotel expenses), and will receive the following benefits:

Inclusion in Startup Alley promotional communication via email and webinar, as well as in the Conference event guide and on-site signage.
One free Training 2026 Conference registration ($2,095 value).
Opportunity to pitch your value prop and demo your product in the Conference expo hall in a shared Startup Alley space for ONE day (expo happens February 23 and 24). You will have a branded kiosk with monitor and power, and can bring one pop-up banner.
Opportunity to demo your product during a moderated Training Magazine Network webinar after the conference (typical attendee registration ranges from 400-1000+).
Recognition of Startup Alley via Training magazine's social media.

Qualifications to Apply for the Training 2026 Startup Alley

Must be a startup with corporate L&D as a primary market target.
Founding date must be after January 1, 2024.
Have raised less than $2M in outside capital.
Have at least one full time employee.
Product must be at least in active beta with legitimate beta users.

Note: If you do not meet all of these qualifications but still want to be considered, please explain your exception request.

Questions about the Startup Alley at Training 2026? Email us!

Alternative Exhibiting Opportunity at Training 2026

If you know you do not meet the eligibility requirements above and you would like to have a presence in the Training 2026 Expo, please look at the general exhibiting and sponsorship information here. A 10'x10' booth starts at approximately $3,500, plus furnishings, and includes one conference registration. For more information, contact Sharon Steeley, director of marketing and business development.

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Including if you do not meet one of these criteria, but still want to be considered.

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