IAA2026
Annual Meeting
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July 8-11, 2026
IAA2026 Baltimore, Maryland USA
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Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and Hospital
2026 Annual Meeting of the
International Anaplastology Association
Dear Colleagues,
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It is with great pleasure that I invite you to Baltimore, Maryland for the 39th Annual Meeting of the International Anaplastology Association! This year’s conference will be held from July 8–11, 2026, at the Armstrong Medical Education Building on the East Baltimore campus of Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Hospital. Accommodations are available at the Hyatt Harbor Place Hotel, located in the vibrant Inner Harbor neighborhood—just a short, chartered bus ride from the conference venue.
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Our meeting offers a unique opportunity to bring together clinicians, rehabilitative specialists, physicians, and a wide range of medical professionals to share insights and advance the care we provide to our patients.
IAA2026 CONFERENCE THEME:
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The theme of this year’s gathering Outcomes, Transformation, & Resilience centers on the profound impact of clinical anaplastology through the lens of our patients. While the pursuit of a “perfect” prosthesis is often constrained by the realities of replicating absent or malformed anatomy, our impact as clinicians lies in deepening our understanding of anatomy, material science, retention methods, and the artistic and technical skills that elevate our practice. A well-crafted prosthesis can transform lives—enhancing daily function, social engagement, protection, restoration, and self-confidence, while helping patients embrace a “new normal.”
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We invite presentations that explore the transformative power of facial, ocular, and body prosthetics—not only as medical devices but as instruments of resilience and hope. Hands-on workshops will offer immersive learning in digital workflows, cutting-edge implant retention systems, and anatomical lectures to strengthen clinical knowledge and skills.
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Baltimore, affectionately known as Charm City, is a historic and culturally rich destination. The conference site is just steps from the iconic dome of Johns Hopkins Hospital and near the renowned Department of Art as Applied to Medicine, founded in 1911 and celebrated for its graduate programs in Medical and Biological Illustration and Clinical Anaplastology.
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Beyond the conference, Baltimore offers a dynamic mix of experiences—from world-class institutions like the Walters Art Museum and Baltimore Museum of Art to cozy, stylish bars and restaurants. The Hyatt Harbor Place Hotel, nestled in the Harbor East neighborhood, is within walking distance of Little Italy, where you can enjoy a delicious pasta dinner followed by a cannoli. The hotel also provides easy access to charming districts like Fells Point, and its location by the Inner Harbor makes it perfect for a morning jog or a scenic Water Taxi ride to Fort McHenry, birthplace of our National Anthem. Baltimore promises a memorable backdrop for our gathering.
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Warm regards,
Juan Garcia, MA, CCA
Vice President, International Anaplastology Association
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We hope that you'll plan to join us in Baltimore in JULY 2026
Anaplastology is a specialized healthcare field that provides patient-specific, restorative prostheses for patients whose anatomy is absent, altered, or lost due to injury, disease, congenital origin, or other wholeness-limiting conditions. Customized prosthetic rehabilitation may be an alternative treatment option to surgical reconstruction. Anaplastology services are intended to restore affected anatomical features of the body including but not limited to the face, hands, feet, or breast. The scope of the anaplastologist may also include custom medical device design applied to restorative interventions in collaboration with other medical specialties.
The IAA promotes quality patient care by supporting the development of best practices in anaplastology through educational conferences, networking, publication, and advocacy opportunities.
IAA2026 SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
July 8-11, 2026
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JULY 8th DAY ~ Pre-conference Paid Workshops
Pre-conference Courses will be held on JULY 8th. These events have limited capacity. To register, select the pre-conference event(s) you wish to attend on your registration form to secure your place.
JULY 8th NIGHT ~ Welcome Reception
Hosted reception at Kneads Bakery from 6:30 to 8:00 pm for conference attendees and vendors.
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JULY 9th &10th DAY ~ Scientific Sessions
Scientific Sessions will take place at the West Lecture Hall at the Armstrong Medical Education Building
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JULY 9th DAY ~ Mid-conference Paid Workshop
A Mid-conference Course will be held on JULY 9th. This event has limited capacity. To register, select the mid-conference event on your registration form to secure your place.
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JULY 10th NIGHT ~ IAA Banquet
Join us at 6:30 pm at a restaurant in Little Italy, buy your tickets in advance to save your spot! And then meet back at the host hotel at 8:30 pm for Post-Banquet Awards/ Oto Art Event.
See Banquet Venue (TBA)
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JULY 11th DAY ~ Post-conference Paid Workshops
Post-conference Courses will be held on JULY 11th. These events have limited capacity. To register, select the post-conference event(s) you wish to attend on your registration form to secure your place.
IAA2026 CONFERENCE
IMPORTANT INFO
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This year's conference will feature engaging lectures, hands-on demonstrations, interactive group activities, free vendor presentations, planned social events, and optional fee-based workshops designed to enhance learning and professional connection.​
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All conference events will be held in-person in Baltimore, Maryland, USA on July 8-11, 2026
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Conference Venue - Armstrong Medical Education Building on the East Baltimore campus of Johns Hopkins Medical School and Hospital.
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Host Hotel – Hyatt Place Baltimore/Inner Harbor. Make your hotel reservations now for our 2026 IAA Conference! Click this link to make your reservation today.... Book IAA Hotel Rate
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Transportation - Due to the distance between the hotel and conference venue, walking is not recommended. Convenient private Shuttle Busses will be provided at scheduled times. Guests who miss the shuttle are encouraged to use taxis or ride-share services (Uber/Lyft) to the Armstrong Medical Education Building (1600 McElderry St., Baltimore), located directly across from the Johns Hopkins Hospital Outpatient Center (601 N. Caroline St., Baltimore) and the hotel.
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Social Events - include the IAA Banquet in Little Italy (additional fee) and after-dinner event at the Hyatt Place Baltimore/Inner Harbor hotel, tours of Johns Hopkins Facial, Eye & Body Prosthetics Clinic and the Clinical Anaplastology Graduate Program at the JHU Department of Art as Applied to Medicine.
REGISTRATION for IAA2026
will open SOON!
Interested in becoming a member?
Click here to be redirected to the IAA Membership Application Form.
IAA2026 PROGRAM
IAA2026 MEETING PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Wed July 8
Pre-Conference Paid Workshops
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Workshop 1
Surgical Anatomy Review
Mark Fisher MD & Johns Hopkins surgical residents
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Workshop 2
ZBrush Workflows for the Anaplastologist
Juan Garcia & Maxon ZBrush Representative
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Welcome Reception
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6:00 - 8:00 pm
IAA Conference/Vendor Reception at Kneads Bakery ​
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Thu July 9​
IAA Meeting Day 1
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8:30 am
IAA Welcome at West Lecture Hall​
Vice President’s Welcome Message
President’s Message
Invited speakers
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Vendor Presentations - Concurrent 30 min presentations in workshop rooms
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12:00 -1:00 pm
Box Lunch
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1:00 - 3:20 pm
IAA Meeting Lectures at West Lecture Hall​
Keynote Speaker: Nicolas R. Mahoney, MD
Chief of Oculoplastics Division, Wilmer Eye Institute
Invited speakers
IAA member presentations
Vendor Tables and Poster Presentations
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3:20 pm
End of IAA Meeting Day 1
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Mid-Conference Paid Workshop
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3:30 - 6:00 pm
Workshop 3
BioComp AHEAD Osseointegrated Retention Hands-On Session
BioComp Implant company representatives & invited physicians
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​Fri July 10​
IAA Meeting Day 2
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8:00 am - 12:00 pm
IAA Meeting Lectures at West Lecture Hall​
Keynote Speaker: Kofi O. Boahene , MD
Director of Johns Hopkins Division of Facial Plastics & Reconstructive Surgery
Invited speakers
IAA member presentations
Poster Presentation 2 min. Abstracts​
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Patient Interviews - “Experience and Resilience”
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12:00 -1:00 pm
Box Lunch
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1:00 - 4:30 pm
IAA Meeting Lectures at West Lecture Hall​
Keynote Speaker: Mark D. Fisher, MD
Director of Johns Hopkins Burn Center
Burn Survivors and Anaplastology
Invited speakers
IAA member presentations
​Panel Discussion - “Understanding and Measuring Outcomes in Clinical Anaplastology”
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​4:30 pm
End of IAA Meeting
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6:30 - 8:20 pm
IAA Banquet at Little Italy Restaurant (additional fee required)
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8:30 - 10:30 pm
IAA Post-Banquet Awards /Oto Art Event at Hyatt Place Hotel
Sat July 11
Post-Conference Paid Workshops
8:00 - 10:30 am
Workshop 4
Southern Implants Osseointegrated Retention Hands-On Session
Southern Implant company representatives, University of Illinois (UIC) & Johns Hopkins faculty physicians
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8:00 - 10:30 am
Workshop 5
Extrinsic Painting/Inserting Eyelashes for Orbital Prosthetics
Andrew Etheridge, CCA, BCO, BADO
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11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Workshop 6
Ocular Painting using Light-Cured Acrylic
Marie Drennan, BCO, BADO & Heather Meszaros, BCO
IAA2026 WORKSHOPS
Check out all the educational options!
Pre, Mid, and Post Conference Workshops available for purchase... sign up early as space is limited!
Workshop 1 1:30 - 4:30pm
​Surgical Anatomy Review
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Mark Fisher, MD
& Johns Hopkins surgical residents
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Course offers a unique opportunity to review relevant surgical anatomy of midfacial, temporal bone and hand regions with practicing surgeons. Teaching resources include prosected cadaver specimens, plastinated specimens and lectures featuring medical illustrations.
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Cost - $300.00 USD Capacity - 24 attendees
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Workshop 2 1:00 - 5:00pm
​ZBrush Workflows
for Anaplastologists
Juan Garcia CCA
& Representative from Maxon
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Course begins with a one-hour live Zoom demonstration led by technical experts from Maxon ZBrush, includes a showcase of the iPad version of ZBrush. Followed by a series of hands-on exercises with Juan Garcia, CCA, where participants can follow along.
Course held in Mac Computer Lab equipped with Maxon ZBrush and Wacom pressure sensitive pens. Teaching covers common workflows such as importing/aligning 3D scan or CT data, methods for cropping/mirroring/Boolean operations/achieving thin margins/shell creation, and preparing models via Scale Master, Decimation Master and 3D Print Hub for final 3D printing.
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Cost - $300.00 USD Capacity - 18 attendees
Mid-Conference Workshop
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Workshop 3 3:30 - 6:00pm
BioComp AHEAD Osseointegrated Retention Hands-On Session
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BioComp Implant company representatives & invited physicians​
Course content includes lectures on system components, pre-surgical planning and post-surgical considerations with an opportunity for hands-on surgical simulation. Course taught using temporal (auricular region) and midface (eye and nasal region) bone-like drillable models. In addition, prosthesis design considerations will be discussed.​
Cost - $250.00 USD Capacity - 18 attendees
Post -Conference Workshops
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Workshop 4 8:00 - 10:30am
Southern Implants Osseointegrated Retention Hands-On Session
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Southern Implant company representatives,
University of Illinois (UIC) & Johns Hopkins faculty physicians
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Course content includes lectures on system components, pre-surgical planning and post-surgical considerations with an opportunity for hands-on surgical simulation. Course taught using temporal (auricular region) and midface (eye and nasal region) bone-like drillable models. In addition, prosthesis design considerations will be discussed.
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Cost - $250.00 USD Capacity - 18 attendees
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Workshop 5 8:00 - 10:30am
​Extrinsic Painting/Inserting Lashes for Orbital Prosthetics
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Andrew Etheridge, CCA, BCO, BADO
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Hands-on class on using Smooth-On Silpoxy silicone as an extrinsic painting medium. Discussion of eyelash options and techniques for insertion will be demonstrated. Each participant will practice on a silicone orbital prosthesis model.
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Cost - $200.00 USD Capacity - 20 attendees
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Workshop 6 11:00am - 1:00pm
Ocular Painting
using Light-Cured Acrylic
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Marie Drennan, BCA, BADO
& Heather Meszaros, BCO
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Hands-on opportunity to use of Palaseal light cured acrylic dental sealant as a painting medium. Relevant eye anatomy will be covered and an ocular prosthesis with a blue iris will be painted during the workshop. Each participant provided with supplies and tools needed for the workshop, including a previously prepared ocular shape with an embedded black iris button.
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Cost - $200.00 USD Capacity - 24 attendees
Pre -Conference Workshops
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
IAA2026 PRESENTATIONS
to come....
IAA2026 TRAVEL INFORMATION
The 39th International Anaplastology Association Annual Conference will be held at The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Hospital
in Baltimore, Maryland, USA
July 8-11, 2026!
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To assist with planning your travel, please review the information below regarding airports, ground transportation, and travel logistics. Additional details will be added as arrangements are finalized.
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Conference Location
The Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. The Johns Hopkins medical campus is centrally located and accessible from multiple airports and transportation options.
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Airports and Flights
Recommended Airports
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Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) - BWI is the closest and most convenient airport to the Johns Hopkins campus.
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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - Located approximately 35 miles from Baltimore, with convenient rail and car access.
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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - Located approximately 60 miles from Baltimore and commonly used for international travel.
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Ground Transportation
From Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
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Taxi or Rideshare - Estimated travel time is 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. Taxis, Uber, and Lyft are readily available at the airport.
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Public Transportation - Travelers may take Light Rail or MARC Train service toward downtown Baltimore and continue to the Johns Hopkins campus by taxi or rideshare.
From Washington, DC Airports
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By Train - Attendees traveling from Washington, DC may take MARC or Amtrak service from Washington Union Station to Baltimore Penn Station or Baltimore Camden Station. MARC provides a cost effective commuter rail option during weekday operating hours. Amtrak offers more frequent service, including evenings and weekends. From either Baltimore station, taxis and rideshare services are readily available to reach the Johns Hopkins campus.
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By Car or Rideshare - Estimated travel time is 1 to 1.5 hours depending on traffic conditions.
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Getting Around Baltimore
Baltimore offers several transportation options for conference attendees, including taxis, Uber, Lyft, and public transportation operated by the Maryland Transit Administration. While some areas are walkable, rideshare services are recommended when traveling between hotels and the conference venue.
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Visa and Passport Information
International attendees should ensure their passport is valid for travel to the United States. Visa requirements vary by country. Attendees traveling from outside the United States are encouraged to consult the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their country of residence well in advance of travel to confirm visa requirements. Supporting documentation may include conference confirmation, proof of accommodations, and return travel details.
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Additional Information
Conference programming is expected to begin Wednesday evening and conclude Saturday afternoon. Additional travel and lodging details will be posted as they become available.
IAA2026 CONFERENCE HOTEL
Hyatt Place Baltimore/Inner Harbor
Make your hotel reservations now for our 2026 IAA Conference! Click this link to make your reservation today: Group Booking | Hyatt Events
Rooms are available at a rate of $165/night for a room with (2) Queens or (1) King bed.
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We highly encourage all attendees to book accommodations at the host hotel rather than nearby AirBnBs, as this ensures both convenience and peace of mind in a verified, safe location. Complimentary buses will run daily between Johns Hopkins Hospital and the Hyatt Place Baltimore/Inner Harbor hotel for your ease and comfort.
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Hyatt Place Baltimore/Inner Harbor (+1.410.558.1840)
511 South Central Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21202 USA
Baltimore Convention Center Hotel | Hyatt Place Inner Harbor
IAASTUDENT SCHOLARSHIP
The Walter Spohn Trust (WST) provides financial support to individuals and research groups initiating educational and research projects to advance the field of Anaplastology.
The WST Anaplastology Student Scholarship Program is intended to help anaplastology students gain access to valuable experience and education by offsetting the cost of registration to the annual International Anaplastology Association meeting.
Application will become available at launch of conference registration.
IAASPONSORSHIP
The International Anaplastology Association’s Board of Directors is pleased to invite you to participate in the 2026 Sponsorship Program. Each sponsorship opportunity provides an avenue for your company to be recognized as a valuable leader in the provision of products and services to anaplastologists and their entire rehabilitation team of health care professionals as well as their patients.
As a sponsor, your company can be promoted in a variety of ways. Our sponsorship packages are organized according to various IAA events or programs throughout the ENTIRE YEAR. Sponsors may connect with participants through webinars, online training courses, the IAA Annual Conference and/or our social media communities. Our sponsorship program is designed to provide you with the following opportunities:
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To reach an audience of international colleagues in anaplastology and head and neck rehabilitation fields from more than 30 countries, including roughly 20 different disciplines;
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To introduce your products and/or services to your target market;
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Network with your collaborators and peers;
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Engage in real-time feedback on your products and/or services;
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Enhance your market reach;
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And, promote your brand through multiple communication channels.
IAA2026 SPONSORS
