When and where is Tri-Con held?
Tri-Con takes place May 4-5, 2026, in San Francisco, CA. The conference runs for 2 days, featuring concurrent sessions across multiple tracks focused on precision medicine applications, research, and clinical implementation.
What is the conference schedule and format?
The conference begins at 8:00 on May 4th and concludes at 17:30 on May 5th. Daily sessions run from 8:00am to 5pm, featuring keynote presentations, panel discussions, poster sessions, and networking breaks. You can view the full schedule
Who attends this Tri-Con?
Attendees include clinicians, researchers, pharmaceutical executives, biotech founders, diagnostics companies, payer representatives, health system leaders, and patient advocates. Typically, 58% are from pharmaceutical/biotech, 10% from healthcare systems, 11% from research institutions, and 12% from other fields.
What topics and content are covered?
The conference covers three main tracks: Diagnostics Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, and Precision Medicine. Sessions focus on At Home and Point-of-Care, Direct Access Testing, AI in Precision Testing, AI-Enabled Diagnostics, Liquid Biopsy, Biomarkers, Companion Diagnostics and many more. You'll hear from 100+ speakers presenting the latest advances in translating precision medicine into clinical practice.
Can I attend this conference virtually?
Tri-Con is held both in-person and virtually. In person attendee will receive 1 year of on-demand program of the conference.
What networking opportunities are available?
The conference includes dedicated networking breaks, a welcome reception on [DAY], poster sessions with presenter discussions, and more. In-depth networking opportunities will be announced on the networking page later.
How do I register for the conference?
There are 3 easy ways to register for the event:
Online: Click here to register (Individual, Group and OnDemand)
Phone: Call 781-972-5400 or Toll-free in the US 888-999-6288.
Email: Send an email to chi@healthtech.com and a member of our team will reach out.
What tickets are available?
- Early Bird Registration
- Standard Registration
- Late/Onsite Registration
- Academic/Government Rate
- Group Discount: Available for 2+ attendees from the same organization
All tickets include access to what's included: all the Conference Tracks, plus the Plenary Keynote Programs, and Sponsored Talks. In addition, post-Event, you will receive access to On-Demand Program for one year.)
Do you offer discounts for certain industries/ professions?
Yes, discounted rates are available for attendees affiliated with academic institutions, investments, banking, and start-ups. Please visit our registration page for more detailed information.
How do group discounts work?
Group discounts are available for teams of 2 or more.
Is media registration complimentary?
Media representatives may be eligible for a complimentary press pass. For eligibility criteria and application details, please email rhandy@healthtech.com
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Cancellations must be received no later than two weeks prior to the first day of the event in order to receive a refund minus a $100 processing fee or a refund minus the cost of ordering Post-Event On-Demand access. (Refer to website for price.) Cancellations received after two weeks prior to the first day of the event will receive a voucher towards a future CII event.
I haven't received my registration confirmation. What should I do?
If you have not received confirmation, please check your spam or junk folders. If you did not receive the original registration confirmation, please email chi@healthtech.com to request a copy.
Will session recordings be available after the event?
Registered attendees receive on-demand access to recorded sessions for 1 year after the conference concludes.
Still Have Questions?
For additional questions about registration, sponsorship opportunities, or conference logistics, contact us at:
Current Exhibitors Please Note: If not using the preferred shipper of the General Contract/Exhibit Services Company (e.g. Maxum/Hotel), your shipping company will have a certain
window of time in which your booth and materials need to be picked up at the loading dock. Failure to do will result in your booth being shipped back to the General Contractor warehouse, wherein you will be charged a storage fee.
What are the exhibit hall hours including setup and tear down?
Refer to exhibit schedule on the Exhibit Services page.
When will the exhibitor kit be ready?
The exhibit kit will be ready 8-10 weeks prior to the event through the online Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal (accessible to the primary point-of-contact
from your company).
How do we order furnishing, electricity and other items for out booth?
Order forms can be found in the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal, under the Exhibitor Services tab and on the MAXUM EXPO SERVICES website. The exhibitor forms will be available 8-10 weeks prior to the event.
How do I find furniture pricing?
Please log into the MAXUM EXPO SERVICES website for pricing.
How do I order Electric/AV/Internet?
Order forms can be found in the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal, under the Exhibitor Services tab. The exhibitor forms will be available 8-10 weeks prior to the event.
When is the advance rate deadline for discounts to rent items needed for my booth space?
Please log into the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal and the MAXUM EXPO SERVICES website for advanced rate pricing.
Who are the authorized service providers?
MAXUM EXPO SERVICES
What is my exhibit booth number?
You can find your exhibit booth number by viewing the floorplan, and click on the "LIST" button to the left side of the plan.
Where do I find the shipping information for booth materials?
Shipping information can be located in the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal, under the Exhibit Services page.
How many personnel comps do we have with our contract?
Exhibitors receive one “main conference registration.” which includes access to the main conference sessions, but excludes access to symposia, training seminar and short courses. Exhibitors also receive one booth only registration.
If you have a sponsorship at the Tri-Con, please refer to your sponsorship contract.
How do I register our personnel?
Log into the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal, to register your complementary attendees.
How do I purchase additional conference and exhibit-only registrations?
Exhibitors and sponsors can purchase additional conference passes at a significantly discounted rate using the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal. Please contact the sales support specialist to have additional exhibit-only passes added to your record in the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal
What are the registration hours?
The registration hours will be determined in the near future. Stay tuned.
Where do I pick up my badge?
When you arrive onsite please follow signage to the registration desk. Provide your name, company name and/or receipt to the people at registration desk. They will provide you with your badge and program materials.
What is the policy regarding Food/drinks at my booth?
Food and drinks provided by the in-house catering company are allowed at your booth during Tri-Con. To view the menu and order form, visit the Sponsor & Exhibitor Portal.
What is included with the booth space?
Exhibit space includes 8’ (deep) x 10’ (wide) area marked by pipe and drape. Carpeting (required), furniture, electricity and other services are not included with your booth space but can be ordered through the exhibit services
kit.
Is the exhibit hall carpeted?
- If the location is in a hotel, there will be standard hotel carpeting. If you need additional carpeting you may order through the service provider.
- No carpet is provided in the exhibit hall if the floor is cement. All Exhibitors are required to carpet their booth. If you do not order carpet ahead of time it will be added on site and
you will be charged accordingly.
Is there Wi-Fi in the hall?
Yes, WiFi will be available within the exhibit hall.
Are children allowed in the exhibit hall?
No, children under the age of 18 are not allowed in the exhibit hall.
What is the co-op marketing program?
A CHI cooperative mailing is an email campaign sent from you (the sponsor) or CHI on your behalf, to your list of contacts/prospects. We would be promoting your participation at the event and offering a discounted rate (on your behalf)
for your prospects to attend the conference.
Do we obtain access to the list of attendees?
No, per CHI policy we do not provide an attendee list. For larger events, sponsors and exhibitors are allowed to do a physical mailing pre and/or post conference via a third party mail house, upon signing a mailing list agreement. Please
contact Elaine Eskedal (eeskedal@cambridgeinnovationinstitute.com) for details on accessing the Tri-Con delegate mailing list.
How do I contact conference participants and schedule appointments prior to the event?
There
are three methods to reach attendees in advance of the Tri-Con:
1) Pre-conference physical mailing (please see details above)
2) CHI's Networking program:
-Tri-Con registered attendees will be able to set appointments
with other conference attendees in advance of the event using the online Networking program. Instructions will be sent to registered attendees by E-mail approximately one week in advance of the event.
3) Corporate Sponsor 1-2-1
Meetings program:
-This is the best way to guarantee a set of 6-8 "one-on-one" meetings with your top prospects selected by you from the pre-registration attendee list. Please contact your Tri-Con Sales Manager for more details of this sponsorship
program.
How will I be notified about my Space Assignment appointment for next year?
An email will be sent out a week prior to the event with your appointment time listed. Once onsite, you will also receive a packet onsite with a reminder card listing your time. You show up to your appointment and reserve your booth and/or
sponsorship.
What are the exhibit hall hours including set-up and tear-down?
Refer to exhibit schedule.
When are the marketing deadlines (conference brochure inclusion)?
Final Printed Brochure Deadline - Printed
Is there a breakdown of the attendee list (e.g. track breakdown, region)?
Please refer to the sponsor and exhibitor prospectus for attendee demographics.
How much does it cost to exhibit, what’s included and what are the policies?
Please refer to the exhibit application and/or contact the sales manager(s).
What is the co-op marketing program?
A CHI cooperative mailing is an email campaign sent from you (or CHI on your behalf) to your list of contacts/prospects. We would be promoting your participation at the event and offering a discounted rate (on your behalf) for
your prospects to attend the conference.
Do we obtain access to the list of attendees?
No, per CHI policy we do not provide an attendee list. For larger events, sponsors and exhibitors are
allowed to do a physical mailing pre and/or post conference via a third party mail house, upon signing a mailing list agreement. Please contact Elaine Eskedal (eeskedal@cambridgeinnovationinstitute.com)
for details on accessing the Tri-Con delegate mailing list.
How do I contact conference participants and schedule appointments prior to the event?
There are three methods to reach attendees in advance of the Tri-Con:
1. Pre-Conference physical mailing (please see details above)
2. CHI's Networking program
- Tri-Con registered attendees will be able to set
appointments with other conference attendees in advance of the event using the online Networking program. Instructions will be sent to registered attendees by E-mail approximately one week in advance of the event.
3.
Corporate Sponsor 1-2-1 Meetings program
-This is the best way to guarantee a set of 6-8 "one-on-one" meetings with your top prospects selected by you from the pre-registration attendee list. Please contact your Tri-Con
Sales Manager for more details of this sponsorship program.
Is there an opportunity to add a podium presentation to my sponsorship package?
Yes, there are a limited number of sponsored podium slots within each scientific agenda. Opportunities sell out within many of the programs.
Do you offer content lead generation programs? Can these be included in my exhibit or sponsorship agreement?
Yes, we offer various content marketing programs which include lead generation: Webinars, Whitepapers, Market Surveys and Podcasts. Yes, we
can bundle lead generation program into your conference sponsorship and exhibit agreement.
How do I book my hotel?
Please refer to “Travel” page on the conference website. Please contact the hotel directly, CHI does not utilize any third party booking service.
Please click here or call the hotel directly to reserve your sleeping accommodations. You will need to identify yourself as a Cambridge Healthtech
Institute conference attendee to receive the discounted room rate with the host hotel. Reservations made after the cut-off date or after the group room block has been filled (whichever comes first) will be accepted on a space-
and rate-availability basis. Rooms are limited, so please book early.
When is the hotel discount deadline?
Refer to “Travel” page for deadline cutoff
New to exhibiting? Here are some helpful links to help you learn more.
http://www.iaee.com/
http://www.exhibitoronline.com/
http://www.hcea.org/