Manchester Grand Hyatt | San Diego, CA | April 13–15, 2026
Each year, the ASU+GSV Summit continues to raise the bar—bringing together leaders across education, technology, and innovation for a fast-paced, idea-packed experience. And somehow, the team manages to fit an incredible number of activations, sessions, and networking opportunities into a single hotel footprint.
At the 2026 Summit, that energy was matched with thoughtful infrastructure. With 22 NOOK Event Pods® placed throughout the venue, attendees had no shortage of spaces to connect, collaborate, and recharge.
A large portion of the pods were utilized as sponsored exhibit spaces, giving partners a turnkey, comfortable environment to engage with attendees in a more meaningful way. These branded activations offered a step above traditional setups—providing both visibility and functionality in one solution. Thanks to the team at https://www.d2l.com/ in particular who use them every year!
At the same time, additional pods were positioned for general attendee use, supporting a variety of needs throughout the event:
- Networking conversations
- Quick meetings between sessions
- Catching up on work
- Quiet moments to reset
This balance between sponsored use and open access is what makes the deployment so effective. It ensures strong sponsor ROI while also enhancing the overall attendee experience.
In a conference known for its intensity and high-value interactions, having accessible, comfortable meeting space is essential—and the NOOK Event Pods® delivered at every level.
ASU+GSV Summit 2026 once again proved that when you combine innovative programming with thoughtful space design, you create an environment where ideas—and people—can truly thrive.
