Emerging Technology Conference

November 19–20, 2026 | Roanoke, VA | Hotel Roanoke ETC 2026 is the Roanoke-Blacksburg region’s premier stage for the work happening at the growing edge of technology and life sciences. Each November, RBTC convenes the founders, researchers, investors and leaders shaping what comes next across AI, healthcare innovation, advanced manufacturing, energy, ag, infrastructure and venture. Come find the people, ideas and solutions that move your work forward.