All You Need to Know About the ADI Expo Tour
- The 2026 ADI Expo tour began in Nashville, Tenn. on April 7 and will further travel to 28 cities in the U.S. and Canada
- Over 50 suppliers will participate, giving attendees direct access to a wide range of brands, technologies and expertise
- Attendees will gain access to education sessions that directly supports business expansion
ADI, distributor of security, AV and smart living solutions, has announced the launch of its annual ADI Expo Tour, with a business-focused and growth-oriented program. Beginning in April, the ADI Expo will travel to 28 cities across the United States and Canada, connecting dealers, integrators and manufacturers for an immersive one-day experience. According to the distributor, the tour aims to uncover new revenue opportunities, strengthen competitive positioning and deliver actionable insights that participants can implement immediately to grow their business.
Per the statement, the 2026 ADI Expo will go beyond product discovery and technical training. Instead, each stop delivers practical, real-world education focused on helping dealers increase revenue and adapt to evolving customer demands. The integrated program will also feature hands-on product demonstrations, targeted training sessions, guest speakers and high-value networking opportunities; all centered on business outcomes dealers can implement right away.
“The ADI Expo has always been about helping our customers succeed, and in 2026 we are taking an even more deliberate approach to business growth,” says Marco Cardazzi, senior vice president and chief merchandising officer, ADI Global Distribution. “This year’s Expo is designed to help dealers uncover new opportunities, better position their offerings and leave each event with insights and strategies they can put to work immediately to drive revenue and long-term growth.”
What is the 2026 ADI Expo Tour Schedule?
According to the distributor, the 2026 ADI Expo tour began in Nashville, Tenn. on April 7, followed by Toronto on April 9. The next stop is in Detroit on April 14, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. on April 21, Anaheim, Calif. on April 23, and Teaneck, N.J. on April 30. In May, the Expo will travel to New Orleans, LA, Chicago, and Charlotte, N.C. Meanwhile, in June, the Expo will be in Edmonton, Alberta, San Jose, Calif., and Arlington, Va.
ADI further states that the expo will tour in the following locations: Oklahoma City, Raleigh, Austin, Seattle, Louisville, Tampa, Philadelphia, Vancouver, Houston, St. Louis, Long Island, Boston, Atlanta, Phoenix, Dallas and Montreal.
At each stop, attendees will gain access to education that directly supports business expansion, including sessions focused on emerging technologies, solution selling, system integration opportunities and evolving market trends. ADI says it will also offer educational seminars and CEU opportunities (where applicable), helping enable dealers to strengthen both their technical expertise and their ability to deliver solutions to customers.
Additional Information
Per the statement, 2026 ADI Expo tour will feature over 50 participating suppliers, giving attendees direct access to a wide range of brands, technologies and expertise from brands across all major product categories. This close collaboration allows dealers to engage in meaningful, one-on-one conversations with suppliers, explore new product categories and identify solutions that can help expand services, increase project size and improve profitability.
“By bringing education, supplier engagement and exclusive one-day offers together in a single event, the ADI Expo continues to deliver measurable value for both dealers and manufacturers,” Cardazzi emphasizes. “The 2026 tour reinforces ADI’s commitment to helping customers not only stay current, but grow stronger, more resilient businesses in a competitive and rapidly changing marketplace.”
