Prepare for an educational journey like no other! Our conference expo is designed like a flight path through innovation, discovery, and inspiration. Explore three dynamic areas—each offering unique experiences, resources, and opportunities to elevate your programs and classrooms.
Plan your travel adventure: visit all three expo halls, connect with our partners at each table, and bring your passport to get stamped. Return your completed passport for a drawing for prizes at the end of the exhibit day!
Location: Atrium
Sponsored by the Childcare Directors Chair – Diamond Sponsor
Climb aboard the Sky Lounge, your hub for all things interactive and inspiring. This vibrant media center is where conversations take flight and ideas soar.
Hop on a live podcast and enjoy meet-and-greets with some of your favorite podcasters, including:
Connect with YouTube creators:
Experience ECE Circle Time, a hands-on interactive session modeling dynamic classroom activities and best practices. Whether you’re participating, networking, or learning, the Sky Lounge is where your ideas and connections take off.
Location: Rotunda
If there’s one thing we know about educators—it’s that they love a great book, cozy vibes, travel and vacations, and a little teacher swag! The Reading Nook & Lift-Off Lounge is your cozy retreat to recharge, explore, and get inspired.
Browse and shop books, candles, totes, and teacher apparel from top vendors:
Teacher Tees by Sarah
Meet your favorite authors during our afternoon break for exclusive book signings:
Dr. Kenna Mosley
Dr. Mommy C
Kate Woodward Young & Carrie Rogers
Location: Plaza Ballroom Foyer
Touch down at the Discovery Deck, your ultimate destination for educational and operational solutions. With over 50 vendors across our three areas, this space offers everything you need to support, grow, and elevate your programs.
Discover solutions that simplify your day-to-day, including:
Parenting and communication apps like Famly to engage families effortlessly
Classroom support technology from Watch Me Grow, including camera systems that keep you connected and informed
Furniture and equipment you need, with trusted providers like Beckers
Staffing solutions to help you find and retain the best talent
Insurance coverage to protect your team and your assets, with providers like Charter Oak
Higher education partners such as Delaware State University to help expand your degree in education
Professional membership organizations like CTAEYC and RIEAYC—learn why being a member matters for your career and program
Marketing resources from Cool Clique to help fill those empty childcare seats
Whether you’re looking to innovate, protect, or grow, the Discovery Deck gives you the tools, connections, and inspiration to keep your programs flying high.