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National Council of State Agencies for the Blind

Spring 2026 NCSAB Conference
Beyond Barriers: Innovation Leads to Independence
Link to Agenda Link to the Exhibitor FAQ Sheet

When: April 1 – 3, 2026
Where: Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street, NW, Washington DC 20001

Participant Registration Exhibitor Registration
About the Conference

The NCSAB Spring 2026 Training Conference brings together state agency leaders and professionals serving the blind and visually impaired. This gathering focuses on advancing strategies that break through barriers and harness innovation to promote greater independence and opportunity across the country.

Early: Feb 2 - Feb 27, 2026
Members: $495
Non-Member: $845
Group (Members 5+): $450
One Day: $400
Speaker: $300
Exhibitor Early: $1,690
Gold Seal Exhibitor: $2,990
  • Exhibitor Table in Premium Location
  • Acknowledgement in Conference Program
  • Recognition on NCSAB Website
  • Enhanced Opportunity to Spotlight Services
Late: Feb 28 - March 24, 2026
Members Late: $545
Non-Member Late: $895
Group (Members 5+): $500
One Day Late: $450
Speaker: $300
Exhibitor Late: $1,740
Gold Seal Late: $3,040
  • Exhibitor Table in Premium Location
  • Acknowledgement in Conference Program
  • Recognition on NCSAB Website
  • Enhanced Opportunity to Spotlight Services
Hotel Reservations
Grand Hyatt Washington
1000 H Street NW, DC 20001 | (202) 582-1234
Rate: $309 single/double
Block: G-CS4V (CSAVR/NCSAB)
Cut-Off: March 6, 2026
Accommodation & Dietary: Deadline Feb 27, 2026. Request during registration.
Cancellations: Full refund by Feb 27; 50% Feb 28-Mar 23. No refunds after Mar 23.
Membership Dues: If 2025 dues are unpaid, register as non-member. Contact natasha.jerde@state.mn.us.
Travel Note: Metro Center stop (Blue line from Reagan Airport). 4.5 miles from airport.
BE AWARE: $500 fine for smoking, vaping, or candles in rooms.
HOTEL ROOM CANCELLATION POLICY: All block cancellations must be via Theresa Hamrick at thamrick@CSAVR.org.

Welcome to NCSAB.org

NCSAB President

Greg Trapp, J.D.

Executive Director
New Mexico Commission for the Blind
2200 Yale Blvd SE
P.O. Box 1698
Albuquerque, NM 87106
505-383-2231 Phone
Email: greg.trapp@cfb.nm.gov

NCSAB Executive Committee

Greg Trapp, New Mexico – President

Darline Graham, South Carolina – President Elect

Shirley Robinson, Georgia – Secretary

Natasha Jerde, Minnesota – Treasurer

From left, in front: Darline Graham, Cynthia Speight, Natasha Jerde, Rachel Hollen, Tracy Brigham, Shirley Robinson. From left in back: Robert Doyle III, Dacia Johnson, Dorothy Young, Bernice Davis, Dr. Cassondra Williams Stokes, Fred Johnes, Greg Trapp, Carlos Servan. Not pictured: Ashley Townsend and Juanita Barker
From left, in front: Darline Graham, Cynthia Speight, Natasha Jerde, Rachel Hollen, Tracy Brigham, Shirley Robinson
From left in back: Robert Doyle III, Dacia Johnson, Dorothy Young, Bernice Davis, Dr. Cassondra Williams Stokes, Fred Jones, Greg Trapp, Carlos Servan
Not pictured: Ashley Townsend, Juanita Barker and Catriona Macdonald

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NCSAB and NABM are Hosting Trainings

NCSAB and NABM are hosting a series of trainings for vendors, SLA staff, lawyers and others on topics related to Randolph-Sheppard. Check out the Hosted Trainings section under Randolph-Sheppard to find out more!

The mission of the NCSAB is to promote through advocacy, coordination, and education the delivery of specialized services that enable individuals who are blind and visually impaired to achieve personal and vocational independence.

Natasha Jerde, Treasurer

2200 University Avenue West
Suite #240
St. Paul MN 55114
Please direct financial matters to Natasha Jerde
Telephone: 651-539-2272
Email: natasha.jerde@state.mn.us