Register by January 21 with Early Bird Rates to Save $100!
The 2026 AAFA Executive Summit will be held in person from
March 4-6, 2026, at the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center, bringing together executives from retail, apparel, footwear, and fashion accessory brands from the U.S. and around the globe for two days of thought-provoking dialogue. Visit the
Agenda tab to view the schedule of events and the
Registration Info tab to register.
The Executive Summit brings together senior-level executives from retail, apparel, footwear, and fashion accessory brands from the U.S. and across the globe for two days of thought-provoking dialogue. Addressing pivotal issues impacting the industry’s growth and progress, this program infuses ESG priorities and future-proofing strategies, while exploring how our industry can shape smart public policy and drive sound business practices today and into the future.
Executive Summit Venue*
Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004
AAFA Hotel Room Block Information
JW Marriott Washington, DC
1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004
AAFA has secured a room block at the JW Marriott Washington DC, which is across the street and within walking distance from the Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center. Please
click here to reserve a room directly at the JW Marriott at AAFA’s rate of $399/night + taxes/fees. The deadline to reserve a room in AAFA's block at our negotiated rate is
Monday, February 9, 2026; however, the room block may sell out before this date. Once the block is sold out, rooms and rates cannot be guaranteed.
*Venue Entry Requirements
The Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center is a federal facility. All guests must pass through airport-style security screening upon arrival. Please allow extra time for this process.
- A government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) is required for entry.
- All bags, purses, and personal items will be screened by x-ray machine.
- Guests will walk through a metal detector.
- Additional details will be provided to all registered attendees in pre-event communications.
Event Contact
Katie Koscher