Exhibitors Preview of 2026 Connection Conference

ACTEAZ is committed to empowering CTE professionals who are driven by a shared commitment to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and the community. We believe CTE transforms lives, prepares students for success, and strengthens Arizona’s economy by developing career-ready individuals.  

Advanced Technologies Consultants, Inc. (ATC) is the nation’s leading distributor of technical training curriculum, equipment and furniture. We offer a comprehensive solution of products including; Alternative Energy, Automation, Automotive, CNC, eLearning, Electricity/Electronics, Electric Power/Controls, Fluid Power, Lab Furniture, HVAC, Industrial Maintenance, Process Control, Mechatronics, STEM,3D Printing, Scanning, Welding and More!  

Certification Q&A Support  

Discover how minerals mined right here in Arizona shape everyday life. Minerals aren’t just rocks—they’re the first ingredients of society. From smartphones and schools to vehicles and medical devices, materials like copper power the world around us. Visit our booth to explore free Mining in the Classroom lessons and resources and learn about 200+ careers in mining, connecting education to real-world applications and future opportunities for students.  

AZ StRUT, founded in 1997 by Intel and Motorola, is a 501(c)3 providing refurbished technology to Arizona schools and nonprofits. Partnering with school computer repair programs, they've distributed over 150,000 devices in 25+ years. They offer "Techie Labs" supporting STEM education, "Techie Experiences" with hands-on training, and an Internet Lending Program. Their mission: strengthen Arizona's technical workforce through scholarships, donated electronics, refurbished equipment distribution, technical education promoting diversity, responsible e-waste disposal, and recycling advocacy—all while supporting applied learning in educational systems.  

AZTECH Educational Resources, LLC will provide software, curriculum, equipment, and training for ACTE programs and Instructors for today's and tomorrow's industrial requirements.  

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CRAS is an Audio Engineering & Music Production Post-Secondary, Nationally Accredited Trade School  

Experts in Career and Technical Education, Goodheart-Willcox delivers authoritative content for teaching and learning. Learn more about new digital learning solutions, textbooks, and instructor resources at our booth or visit www.g-w.com. Together, We Build Careers!®  

iCEV empowers Career and Technical Education leaders to unlock student potential, preparing them to become the skilled and passionate change-makers our world needs now.  

Klein Educational Systems, Inc. (KES) is the leading workforce training consultant and provider of industrial learning solutions throughout the West Coast. For three generations, the Klein family has been involved in working to revamp and build new CTE pathways that are designed to meet the needs of students in our rapidly changing, technology-driven world. Having worked with over five hundred districts, we are leaders in providing educators and institutions of all levels with the educational systems they need to integrate technology into their curriculum cohesively.  

NHA empowers people to access a better future through certification exams, preparation materials and study guides across eight allied health careers. NHA is driven to improve the quality of your Health Science Programs. We are passionately committed to developing, advancing and advocating for the frontline healthcare worker, resulting in improved patient care. Our proven learning solutions, industry recognized credentials, and superior customer care elevate the learning experience and give customers, learners, and Allied Health professionals the confidence to succeed and drive positive outcomes.  

Open Education & Development Group (OpenEDG) empowers CTE programs through industry-validated certification pathways in Python, C++, JavaScript, Web Development, and IT fundamentals. We provide standards-aligned courseware, educator support, assessment tools, and globally recognized credentials designed to prepare students for real-world careers in technology.  

Pearson's AP, Honors, and Electives, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and Dual Enrollment learning experiences can unlock the highest quality college and career opportunity for every student.  

Laser and CNC Router Technologies  

School Outfitters is a national supplier of educational furniture. We are 100% employee-owned with a long-standing leadership team of furniture experts. We are proud to have 97% of the top 1,000 school districts as repeat customers. Customers choose School Outfitters for our design and installation experts we make available to them to ensure their projects are delivered on time and on budget. We are renowned for our innovation in flexible furniture, learning space designs, and learning technology integration. School Outfitters has sales offices and warehouses across the country, with our national headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio.  

Stukent CTE exists to help teachers help students help the world. They do this by providing access to world-class courseware, simulations, cert prep, and certifications.  

Developed by Isograd, Tosa is an industry-recognized digital skills certification that offers a proficiency-based adaptive approach. Tosa certifies digital skills and adapts to each user’s knowledge level, making it more inclusive and tailored. Ultimately, Tosa enables students to validate and demonstrate their expertise on a globally recognized scale.  

From presentation charts and interactive bulletin boards to poster and banner templates for student-run businesses and organizations, our educational content for CTE programs excels in preparing students for life beyond the classroom – while making sure their hands-on learning is fun and engaging in the process. Our vast content library paired with the custom capabilities of the VariQuest Design Center Software provide today’s educators with a robust suite of tools to prepare students for whatever exciting endeavors the future may hold.  

zSpace is a leading evidence-based augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR) platform providing innovative hands-on, experiential learning to improve achievement in STEM, CTE, and Career Readiness.