Welcome to GEARED UP 2026: Mentor Conference! Join us at James Madison University’s Festival Conference & Student Center in Harrisonburg, VA, for two days of learning, connection, and community.
You power 10,000+ students across DC, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. This day is built for YOU. Whether you’re a rookie coach launching your first team or a 20-year veteran looking for fresh ideas, you’ll find sessions, workshops, and conversations designed to sharpen your skills and recharge your passion.
Proudly presented by Aramco Americas. See you in Harrisonburg.
An overview of a new program area focused on keeping alumni connected and giving back to their FIRST roots. Covers communication strategy, identifying alumni skills that benefit teams, and how alumni can serve as mentors, donors, and ambassadors — positioned as one of the most underutilized resources in the FIRST community.
