ROAD TO ATLANTA
2026 SkillsUSA National
Leadership & Skills Conference
June 2026 • Atlanta, Georgia
We are thrilled you will be a part of our SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC) in Atlanta this June!
Mark Your Calendar
Tuesday Opening Session — State Farm Arena
Thursday Champions Festival, GWTC & International Pizza
Friday Awards Session — State Farm Arena
FEATURED KEYNOTE
Josef Newgarden Opens NLSC 2026
This year's keynote speaker is Josef Newgarden, two-time NTT IndyCar Series champion and winner of the No. 2 Snapple Chevrolet IndyCar. Newgarden will share how relentless preparation, smart decisions, and the right team are the keys to championing your future. He'll take the stage at the Opening Session at State Farm Arena to kick things off.
DON’T MISS
Celebration & Recognition Nights
SkillsUSA uses these key nights to celebrate students, advisors, and chapter achievements across the conference.
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SkillsUSA LEARN is the go-to resource for high-quality, engaging learning experiences in personal, workplace, and technical skills. The platform supports students, advisors, and administrators through credentialing, professional development, and leadership-recognition programs. Start building your personalized schedule and register for credentialing opportunities now.
Check out our condensed schedule so you can start planning your own.