ASSA 2026 – Allied Social Science Associations & American Economic Association Annual Meeting in Philadelphia
The Allied Social Science Associations (ASSA) Annual Meeting, organized by the American Economic Association (AEA), returns January 3–5, 2026 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.
Widely recognized as the world’s most influential event in economics, the ASSA meeting brings together thousands of academics, economists, policy leaders, publishers, research institutions, government agencies, and technology providers.
For exhibitors, ASSA is a high-value platform to reach the global economics research community—ideal for universities, academic publishers, data analytics firms, EdTech companies, and policy organizations.
Event Overview
Event Name: Allied Social Science Associations – ASSA – American Economic Association – AEA
Start Date: January 3, 2026
End Date: January 5, 2026
Venue: Pennsylvania Convention Center
Venue Address: 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
City: Philadelphia
Country: United States
Event Website: https://www.aeaweb.org/?utm_source=alsett.com
Venue Website: https://www.paconvention.com/?utm_source=alsett.com
ExpoMax360 Source: https://expomax360.com/atlas/allied-social-science-associations-assa-american-economic-association-aea/?utm_source=alsett.com
Introduction
The ASSA/AEA Annual Meeting is the largest gathering of economists and social science researchers in the world.
With more than 500 sessions, dozens of academic associations, and thousands of high-level participants, the event serves as the central meeting place for:
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university professors & researchers
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graduate students & PhD candidates
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academic publishers
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economic policy organizations
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think tanks
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government agencies & central banks
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data analytics & economic modeling companies
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EdTech & digital learning platforms
For exhibitors, this conference is one of the strongest opportunities to directly influence the global economics and social science community.
What Exhibitors Can Expect
1. Leading Academic Publishing Houses & Research Institutions
A major exhibitor category includes:
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university presses
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economic journals
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textbook publishers
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academic research groups
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policy research centers
Many institutions launch new books and research materials at ASSA.
2. Data Analytics, Economic Modeling & Research Technology
Technology firms showcase:
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economic data platforms
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forecasting tools
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econometric modeling software
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AI-driven analytics
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statistical databases
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visualization tools
These solutions are essential for researchers and government analysts.
3. University Programs, Economics Departments & Graduate Schools
Universities participate to promote:
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graduate and PhD programs
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research initiatives
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faculty recruitment opportunities
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academic partnerships
ASSA is also a key venue for job market candidates in economics.
4. Think Tanks, Policy Groups & Government Agencies
Exhibitors include:
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economic policy institutes
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international development agencies
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central banks & monetary institutions
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public policy organizations
These groups connect with academics and promote research collaboration.
5. EdTech Platforms, Digital Tools & Learning Technologies
Solutions showcased include:
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online learning platforms
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digital courseware
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AI-enhanced textbooks
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economics teaching tools
With rapid digitization, EdTech is a growing exhibitor category.
Why Exhibitors Should Join ASSA 2026
1. The Most Important Annual Event in Economics
No other conference brings together:
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top universities
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leading economists
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major global institutions
ASSA is the center of academic and policy influence.
2. High-Quality Attendees With Professional Authority
Buyers include:
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professors
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researchers
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policy advisors
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graduate program directors
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government economists
These participants directly influence institutional purchasing decisions.
3. A Premier Platform for Launching Books, Tools & Research
Exhibitors often unveil:
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new textbooks
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data platforms
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research publications
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software updates
4. Ideal for Academic Networking & Strategic Partnerships
The meeting enables:
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collaborative research
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industry-academic connections
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program expansion for universities
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visibility among job market candidates
5. Global Reach & International Participation
Attendees come from:
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North America
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Europe
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Asia
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Africa
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Latin America
ASSA has significant international engagement.
Final Thoughts
ASSA 2026 is the world’s most influential conference for economics and social sciences.
For exhibitors targeting universities, researchers, data professionals, policymakers, publishers, and academic technology buyers, this event offers unmatched exposure and credibility.
Whether you offer research tools, academic programs, publications, software, or policy insights, ASSA Philadelphia is a must-attend event for reaching the global economics community.
Industry: Academic Research, Economics, Data Analytics, Publishing
Tags: economics conference, academic publishing expo, data analytics for research
