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Where the Global ITAD Industry Comes Together
The Global ITAD Alliance hosts the world’s largest and most influential gatherings for IT Asset Disposition and technology lifecycle management. Our events bring together ITAD operators, ITAM professionals, recyclers, brokers, OEMs, sustainability leaders, and solution providers from across the globe, creating a truly international hub for collaboration and innovation. Spanning North America and Europe, each GIA-backed event delivers meaningful connections, actionable insights, and high-value opportunities that drive deal-flow, foster partnerships, and shape the future of the ITAD industry.
Our Flagship Events
Where Mobility, Lifecycle, and Secondary Markets Intersect
Mobile Disrupt connects carriers, resellers, processors, and refurbishment experts across the mobile, wireless, and 5G ecosystem. Focused on the rapidly evolving mobile-first lifecycle, the event delivers high-impact connections and exceptional deal-flow opportunities.
Mobile Disrupt 2026 will take place on July 7-8, 2026, at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach, Miami, FL.
- GIA members receive: access to member-only gatherings and first invitation to presenting or panel opportunities.
The Largest ITAD Gathering in North America
ITAD Summit is North America’s largest IT Asset Disposition gathering, uniting the entire ITAD ecosystem for two days of education, networking, innovation, and collaboration. From enterprise IT leaders to certified ITAD operators, it is the central meeting point driving the future of the U.S. ITAD industry.
ITAD Summit 2026 will take place on August 4–5, 2026, at The Bellagio in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- GIA members receive: priority speaking consideration, exhibitor/sponsor access opportunities, and exclusive on-site networking.
Europe’s Premier ITAD & Circular-Economy Marketplace
ITAD Europe brings together global operators, multinational enterprises, and sustainability leaders shaping the industry’s future. As the region’s hub for innovation, compliance leadership, and cross-border partnerships, it drives progress across Europe’s ITAD and circular ecosystems.
ITAD Europe 2026 will take place on April 15-16, 2026, at the Oceanice Convention Centre, Nice, France.
- GIA members receive: early access to sponsorship selections, preferred networking sessions, and invitations to closed-door meetings with key European partners.
GIA Education & Training Calendar
ITAD Industry Institute • Recruiting Sessions
The Global ITAD Alliance delivers a comprehensive calendar of monthly Institute webinars and recurring recruiting events for prospective members. These programs strengthen industry standards, support professional development, and provide pathways for deeper engagement across the ITAD ecosystem.
May 2026
GIA Prospective Member Recruiting Webinar
- Thursday, May 14, 2026
Theme: Global ITAD Alliance Membership: Opportunities and Impact
An overview session for prospective members navigating a high-impact period across the ITAD calendar. Explore how to tap into GIA’s network, programs, and collaborative initiatives to unlock business value and strengthen industry connections.
May 2026
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar
- Thursday, May 21, 2026
Topic: International Markets & Global Device Demand Trends
A global assessment of demand across LatAm, Africa, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Includes pricing trends, category-level insights, supply chain considerations, and ethical sourcing expectations.
June 2026
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar
- Thursday, June 18, 2026
Topic: The Latest in Data Security & Destruction Standards
A deep technical and operational exploration of evolving data destruction technologies, auditability, firmware-level threats, and shifting enterprise expectations.
July 2026
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar (Special Session)
- Thursday, July 2, 2026
Topic: Mobile Disrupt Preview – Strategies to Achieve the Best ROI
Get ready to maximize your ROI at Mobile Disrupt. This webinar covers how to prepare before the event, optimize your networking, position your company for high-impact conversations, and turn every meeting into a real business opportunity.
July 2026
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar
- Thursday, July 16, 2026
Topic: Legislation Watch – U.S. & Global Regulatory Developments
A timely review of emerging regulatory shifts in right-to-repair, data protection, circular-economy legislation, and compliance threats shaping 2026.
July 2026
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar (Special Session)
- Thursday, July 30, 2026
Topic: ITAD Summit – Making the Most of Your ROI Potential
Make every moment at ITAD Summit work for you. Learn how to prepare with intent, maximize every networking opportunity, position your company for impact, and convert connections into real deals.
August 2026
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar
- Thursday, August 20, 2026
Topic: Operational Excellence – Scaling, Efficiency & Best Practices
A practical session on workflow optimization, throughput, yield, automation, dashboarding, and KPIs for building best-in-class ITAD operations.
September 2026
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar
- Thursday, September 17, 2026
Topic: State of the Industry: Insights Gathered from the Global Stage
A strategic overview of insights gathered from recent industry events. This webinar will highlight emerging trends, market shifts, operational realities, and evolving customer expectations, together with perspectives on supply-demand dynamics, regulatory direction, and future growth opportunities in ITAD.
Past Webinars
Recruiting Webinar
GIA Prospective Member Recruiting Webinar
- Thursday, January 8, 2026
Theme: Why the Global ITAD Alliance? An Introduction for Prospective Members
A clear overview of GIA membership, value, benefits, and opportunities. Ideal for operators, enterprise teams, and service providers seeking to understand GIA’s mission and the path to joining before the 2026 event cycle.
ITAD Industry Institute Webinar (Special Session)
- Thursday, April 9, 2026
Topic: ITAD Europe Preview – How to Prepare for the Most Possible ROI
This webinar shares practical strategies to help you maximize your ROI at ITAD Europe. Topics covered: (1) How to prepare before the event, (2) How to maximize networking opportunities, (3) How to position your company for impactful conversations, and (4) How to turn meetings into real business outcomes.
Our Flagship Events
A Global Stage
Our events bring together the most diverse, international audience in the industry—creating unmatched opportunities to form partnerships, explore new markets, and expand influence.
High-Value Programming
Keynotes, panels, workshops, and facilitated sessions led by recognized experts and industry innovators.
Real Business, Real Outcomes
Attendees consistently report actionable insights, new customers, valuable vendor relationships, and long-term strategic partnerships.
A Unified Industry Experience
GIA events serve as the central gathering point for the global ITAD community—creating a shared space to collaborate, learn, and grow.
Benefits
Exclusive Member Benefits at Events
Members of the Global ITAD Alliance receive:
- Priority speaking opportunities
- First access to sponsorship and exhibitor placements
- Member-only networking receptions and meetups
- Private roundtables and executive sessions
- On-site connections with other GIA members from around the world
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