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Leading gathering for IAs, UXers, and Content Strategists since 2000 • April 14th - 18th, 2026 in Philadelphia • #IAC26 • https://linktr.ee/theiaconf
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🎉 We hit a record number of talk submissions for #IAC26! Thank you to everyone who submitted this year.

👀 Program drops next month - keep an eye out for updates!

Still interested in showcasing your work at IAC26? Learn about our Poster Night: www.theiaconference.com/poster-night/
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October 17, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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⏰ It’s your last chance - proposals are due TONIGHT!

The #IAC26 speaking proposal deadline is October 12, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (PST).

📅 Deadline: Tonight, October 12, 2025
📍 April 14–18, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA

🔗 Submit now: linktr.ee/theiaconf
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October 12, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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THREE 👏 more 👏 days! 👏

Shape the conversation at IAC26 and submit your proposal today!

📅 EXTENDED Deadline: October 12, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (PST)

Submit your talk or poster today:
🔗 linktr.ee/theiaconf
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October 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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Five more days! ⌛

Don't miss your chance to submit your talk to this year's IAC.

📅 EXTENDED Deadline: Oct 5, 2025 (PST)
📍 Philly, Apr 14–18, 2026

Submit your talk today 👉 sessionize.com/IAC26
Learn more 👉 linktr.ee/theiaconf
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October 7, 2025 at 6:33 PM
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The submission deadline for speaking proposals at #IAC26 has been extended!

Shape the conversation at IAC26 and submit your proposal.

📅 EXTENDED Deadline: October 12, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (PST)

Submit your talk today:
🔗 linktr.ee/theiaconf

#UX #InformationArchitecture #ContentStrategy
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October 6, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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⏰ Five days left! ⏰

Don’t miss your chance to be on stage at #IAC26

📅 Deadline: Oct 5, 2025

Submit your talk or poster today:
🔗 linktr.ee/theiaconf
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September 30, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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🚨 Just one week left! 🚨

Don’t miss your chance to be on stage at #IAC26!

📅 Deadline: Oct 5, 2025

Submit your talk or poster today:
🔗 linktr.ee/theiaconf

#UX #InformationArchitecture
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September 29, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Looking for a sign to speak at #IAC26? ✨

This is it!

Shape the conversation at IAC26 and submit your proposal.

📅 Deadline: Oct 5, 2025

Submit your talk or poster today:
🔗 linktr.ee/theiaconf

Let’s shape the future of IA together.

#UX #InformationArchitecture
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September 22, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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Got an IA or user-centered design project, case study, or idea to share?

Submit your concepts for IAC26 Poster Night!

📥 Submit by Dec 14, 2025: forms.gle/QpNHGA9pczuB...

🔊 Details: www.theiaconference.com/poster-night/

#IAC26 #InformationArchitecture #UX #Design
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September 9, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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🚨 The #IAC26 Call for Speakers is OPEN! 🚨

We’re seeking talks + poster presenters for the 27th annual Information Architecture Conference.

📅 Deadline: Oct 5, 2025 (PST)
📍 Philly, Apr 14–18, 2026

Submit your talk today 👉 sessionize.com/IAC26
Learn more 👉 linktr.ee/theiaconf
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September 4, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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Mark your calendars! #IAC26 returns to Philly, April 14–18, 2026.

Theme: Navigating Complexity—Clarity & Understanding with IA.

Speaker proposals open TOMORROW! Submit by Oct 5, 2025, to share how you cut through complexity + build human-centered systems.
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September 3, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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At the heart of the IAC - Information Architecture Conference is a passionate community of volunteers.

These volunteers balance full-time work, caregiving, health challenges, shifting political landscapes, and big life transitions.

Thank you for continuing to show up. We see you. We thank you.
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May 7, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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That’s a wrap on #IAC25! 💙

We’re so grateful for everyone who joined us this year — in person and in spirit.

💬 What was your favorite moment?

Share your highlight and let’s keep the IAC community conversations going.

#IAC25 #UX #IA #ContentDesign #DesignCommunity
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May 4, 2025 at 10:08 PM
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As #IAC25 closes, we’re deeply grateful to the sponsors who made this community possible 💛

These organizations champion human-centered design, equity, and ethical tech.
May 3, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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🚨 Last chance to sign up for mentoring in person at #IAC25!

Get 1-on-1 advice on portfolios, leadership, and career growth — all during program breaks.

Sessions fill fast. Don’t miss out!

#UXCareers #MentorshipMatters #IAC25
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May 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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🌟 At IAC, community isn’t a buzzword — it’s the heartbeat of the conference. #IAC25
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April 29, 2025 at 10:56 PM
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📸 Need a new headshot for LinkedIn or your portfolio?

At #IAC25, you can get 3 professional photos for just $35. Walk-ins welcome at the Career Center — May 1–3. Photographer: Milton Lindsay.

Details: linktr.ee/theiaconf
#CareerGrowth #UXCommunity
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April 29, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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New to IAC?

✨ First-timer orientation & dinners make it easy to meet people and feel at home.

Build your network before the main conference begins!

Learn more about our conference events here:
🔗 www.theiaconference.com/social-activ...

#UX #ContentStrategy #InformationArchitecture
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April 28, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Why do YOU #IAC?

"IAC gives everyone a chance to be part of the conference. Different voices. Rotating leadership. Community-led."
— Jennifer Jefferson

🗓️ Join us in Philly this May.
🔗 linktr.ee/theiaconf

#IAC25 #UX #IA #ContentStrategy #InclusiveDesign
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April 24, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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👥 Looking for mentorship in UX, IA, or design leadership? At #IAC25, you can sign up for 1-on-1 sessions with top industry mentors.

These 30-minute sessions are tailored, inclusive, and fit around the conference schedule — so you get support without missing out.
April 23, 2025 at 5:52 PM
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What makes #IAC25 different?
The community.

At IAC, ideas spark a sense of community that lasts long after the closing keynote.

🗓️ Join us this May in Philly.
🔗 linktr.ee/theiaconf

#UX #ContentStrategy #IA #TechEvents #InclusiveDesign
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April 22, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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💬 Looking for clarity on your next career move?
At #IAC25, you can sign up for a 1-on-1 mentoring session with experienced leaders in UX, IA, content strategy, product, research & more.

Spots are limited — here’s what you can expect 👇
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April 22, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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🔹 ​Bridging IA and Growth | Session with Mandana Rafat

👉 Advocate for IA’s role as a driver of business and product growth.

Learn more: www.theiaconference.com/sessions/con...
April 17, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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🔹 No Conspiracies Here! Clear and Transparent Taxonomy Foundations | Session with Ahren Lehnert

👉 Get clarity on taxonomy foundations and governance.

Learn more: www.theiaconference.com/sessions/inf...
April 17, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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🔹Making IA Visible at Scale: Representing Information Architecture in Your Design System | Session with Erin White & Sara Sterkenburg @biscuit.quest @sara-sterkenburg.bsky.social

👉 Integrate IA into design systems and large-scale orgs

Learn more: www.theiaconference.com/sessions/int...
April 17, 2025 at 6:11 PM