Projects Shaping the Future: Poster & Innovation Showcase
Application Deadline: Friday, October 9
WHO SHOULD APPLY
We welcome submissions from agencies, companies, non-profits, and partner organizations with a focus on transportation. Posters must address topics directly relevant to SHCC’s 25 local county transportation agencies and their partners delivering voter-approved transportation sales tax measures throughout California. Topics should reflect work from the past 1–2 years. Marketing or sales materials promoting a specific product or company will not be considered.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Relevance: How well the topic aligns with the 2026 Focus on the Future theme and SHCC audience.
- Originality & Quality: The strength and innovation of the ideas presented.
- Value to Attendees: Lessons learned and takeaways that can be applied across projects and programs.
- Completeness: A thorough, well-developed application.
Selection Guidelines — Selections will be based on:
- Relevance of the topic submitted to the 2026 Focus on the Future;
- Originality and quality of ideas;
- Value of content and lessons learned to conference attendees; and
- Completeness of application.
POSTER SESSION LOGISTICS
The Focus on the Future Poster Session provides an opportunity for agencies, consultants, researchers, and industry partners to showcase innovative transportation projects, programs, research, and emerging solutions that are helping shape the future of mobility in California.
Poster Specifications
Poster Size
- Maximum size: 36″ H × 48″ W (landscape orientation recommended)
- Posters should be designed for easy viewing and engagement by conference attendees.
Printed Poster
- Posters should be professionally printed in full color.
- Laminated posters are strongly encouraged to improve durability and presentation quality.
- Posters may be mounted on lightweight backing material or submitted as a laminated standalone poster.
- Push pins and display materials will be provided onsite.
Digital Submission
To extend the reach of the Poster Session beyond the conference, all accepted presenters must also submit:
- A high-resolution PDF version of their poster
- One representative project image (optional)
- Presenter contact information for attendee follow-up
Digital posters will be made available through the conference website and/or mobile app for attendee reference before and after the event.
Setup & Display
- Poster setup must be completed by 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2026.
- Each poster station will include an identification sign and display materials.
- Posters will remain on display throughout the conference unless otherwise instructed.
Poster Session Presentation
Formal Poster Session | Monday, November 16, 2026 | 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Presenters (or a project representative) are expected to be available at their poster during the full session to engage with attendees, answer questions, and discuss project outcomes, lessons learned, and future applications.
Optional Featured Spotlight
Selected poster presenters may be invited to participate in a brief recorded interview highlighting their project and its relevance to the future of transportation. Featured interviews may be shared through conference communications and digital platforms.
HOW TO APPLY
Ready to participate? Download the application using the button to the left, complete it, and email your submission to Jenny Devine at selfhelpcounties@gmail.com by Friday, October 9, 2026. The SHCC Executive Director and Focus on the Future Conference Planning Committee will review all submissions and select posters that best reflect the 2026 program.
