1 February 2027
San Francisco, California, US

Global Business Forum registration information

Details to register and attend

Registration is now open for the 2026 Global Business Forum


We look forward to seeing you at SPIE Global Business Forum 2026. This event is intended for executives, investors, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders and is not suitable for students. Review registration pricing below.

The event is co-located with SPIE Photonics West. Your badge will get you access to all five associated exhibitions.

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Owing to demand, the SPIE Global Business Forum has limited capacity. Register now to make sure you are able to join us!

Registration is now closed


We look forward to seeing you at SPIE Global Business Forum 2027. This event is intended for executives, investors, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders and is not suitable for students. 

The event is co-located with SPIE Photonics West. Your badge will get you access to all the associated exhibitions.

Refund information


There is a $75 USD service charge for processing refunds for conference or course registrations. Requests for refunds must be received by 9 January 2026; all registration fees will be forfeited after this date. Membership dues and special events are not refundable.

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Global Business Forum 2026 pricing


All online charges are made in US dollars. Fees increase $135 after 9 January 2026. Full meeting includes Networking Lunch, Evening Reception and entry to all five exhibitions co-located at SPIE Photonics West.

NOTE: Join as an SPIE Member to save more than the cost of an annual Membership with a single event registration. Purchase your Membership during check-out.

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Attendee $610 $760

What is included with registration


             Registration
All panels and presentations
Networking reception
BiOS Expo, 17–18 January 2026
Photonics West Exhibition, 20–22 January 2026
NEW - Vision Tech Expo: 20–22 January
Quantum West Expo, 20–22 January 2026
AR | VR | MR Exhibition, 20–22 January 2026

 

Press registration


For credentialed press and media representatives only. Please email contact information, title, and organization to media@spie.org.

US Government credit cards


US Government credit card users: have your purchasing officer contact the credit card company and get prior authorization before attempting to register. Advise your purchasing agent that SPIE is considered an 8398 company for authorization purposes.

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