29th ANNUAL NTICC · PRESENTER OPPORTUNITY
Bring your expertise to the largest gathering in Indian Country transportation.
For nearly three decades, the National Transportation in Indian Country Conference has stood as the country's most influential gathering of Tribal transportation professionals. In 2026, your knowledge has a place at the podium.
At a Glance
CONFERENCE DATES
November 15–19, 2026
VENUE
Gila River Resort & Casino
Wild Horse Pass · Chandler, AZ
EXPECTED ATTENDANCE
800+ Tribal & federal professionals
CONFERENCE TRACKS
Eight focused tracks
PROPOSALS DUE
June 30, 2026 · 11:59 PM MST
800+
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CONFERENCE ATTENDEES
STATES REPRESENTED
WHY PRESENT
The return on your investment as a
speaker, panelist, or session leader.
Presenting at NTICC is more than a speaking engagement. It is a strategic investment in your professional standing, your organization's visibility, and the future of Tribal transportation. Here is what you receive in return for sharing your expertise.
CONFERENCE TRACKS
Eight tracks. One conversation shaping Tribal transportation.
Each track reflects the most pressing challenges and most promising innovations facing Tribal transportation programs today. Whether your expertise is technical, policy, or hands-on operational — there is a place for your knowledge here.
Planning
Right-of-way, NEPA compliance, cultural resource management, and environmental review for Tribal transportation projects.
Transit
FTA Section 5311, fleet management, NTD reporting, and rural mobility solutions for Tribal communities.
Government & TTP 101
Tribal Transportation Program funding fundamentals, ISDEAA, FHWA reporting, and federal funding access.
Safety
TTPSF, SS4A, crash data analysis, road safety audits, and pedestrian and cyclist safety on Tribal roads.
Technology & Innovation
GIS, GPS, lidar, drones, ground-penetrating radar, AI applications, and emerging vehicle technology.
Project Development
Contract documents, workforce development, construction administration, and end-to-end project delivery.
Certifications & Hot Topics
OSHA 10, CPR/AED, CPS, drone pilot, FRA rail safety — plus the urgent issues defining the next authorization.
Road Management & Maintenance
Gravel road maintenance, pavement preservation, bridge and culvert repairs, and equipment management.
SESSION FORMATS
Choose the format that fits your content.
Four session structures, each designed to match a specific kind of expertise.
General Session Presentation
1–2 hours, delivered to the full conference audience.
90-Minute Lecture
Focused, in-depth instruction on a single topic.
Moderated Panel
3 to 7 presenters exploring a shared theme under a moderator.
Certification Session
Credentialed training that sends attendees home with a recognized credential.
SELECTION CRITERIA
What makes a strong proposal stand out.
The strongest proposals share four qualities. Your submission should demonstrate at least one — ideally several.
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Real-World Examples
Case studies, project outcomes, lessons learned, or before-and-after results from actual Tribal transportation projects.
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Tribal or Government Co-Presenters
Sessions are strongest when they include voices from Tribal governments, BIA, FHWA, FTA, or other public agencies speaking to on-the-ground outcomes.
iii.
Audience Engagement
Interactive formats — Q&A, group discussion, hands-on exercises, or workshop activities that let attendees apply what they are learning.
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Actionable Takeaways
Attendees should leave with something they can use: a new skill, a completed tool, a process they understand, or a contact who can help them.
PRESENTER REGISTRATION
Discounted rates for confirmed presenters.
Acceptance does not automatically register you for the conference. Upon selection, each presenter receives a unique, non-transferable registration code. Presenter rates reflect a meaningful reduction from standard attendee pricing.
TRIBAL SPEAKER
Tribal Transportation Director or Tribal Employee
$295
For confirmed speakers serving as Tribal Transportation Directors or in equivalent leadership positions within Tribal transportation programs. Verification of tribal affiliation and employer required.
INDUSTRY SPEAKER
Industry Panelist or Breakout Speaker
$750
For confirmed speakers and panelists from the private sector presenting at one or more sessions and attending the full conference. Signed Presenter Agreement on file required.
LIMITED ACCESS
Single Session Only
$195
For presenters attending only the specific session in which they are presenting. Access is limited to the assigned session — no exhibit hall, meals, or networking events.
KEY DATES
From submission to session.
Mark these four dates. Selection happens in two rounds — first an acceptance notification, then your scheduled time, track, and room.
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JUNE 30, 2026
Proposals Due
11:59 PM MST submission deadline.
JULY 1, 2026
Round 1 Notification
Acceptance decisions sent to all submitters.
AUGUST 1, 2026
Round 2 Notification
Date, time, track, and room assignments confirmed.
NOVEMBER 15-19
Conference
Gila River Resort & Casino, Chandler AZ.
SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL
Ready to bring your session to NTICC?
Click the button below to submit your proposal via Google Form. Your proposal must include the full and accurate names, job titles, organizations, and contact information for every person presenting in your session — including all panel members and co-presenters. Incomplete presenter lists may delay review or result in disqualification.
Vendors and private-sector professionals are welcome to submit proposals provided their session is co-presented with a Tribal, Federal, or State partner and the content focuses on outcomes and lessons learned rather than product features. Educational sessions only — sessions that function primarily as vendor promotions will not be accepted.