2026 Virtual ADR Fair (Mapping the ADR Landscape: From Curiosity to Career)
Join Us for Our Flagship Event
A National Convening for the Next Generation of ADR Professionals
Ray Corollary Initiative
The Ray Corollary Initiative (RCI) is a nonprofit committed to utilizing all of the available talent in dispute resolution. The mission of RCI is to encourage ADR providers and selectors to increase the utilization of neutrals with wide-ranging work and life experiences, while maintaining the parties’ autonomy to make the selection decision. Learn more about RCI here.
Early Career ADR Network
The Early Career Alternative Dispute Resolution Network (ECADRN) is a national nonprofit dedicated to creating a more inclusive, accessible, and widely recognized field of alternative dispute resolution (ADR). ECADRN supports emerging professionals by offering centralized tools, mentorship, and a supportive network to launch and thrive in ADR. Learn more about ECADRN here.
Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution
The Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution at the Cornell ILR School is the preeminent institute in the world focused on workplace conflict. The mission of the Institute is to study the causes of workplace conflict, develop methods and cultures for managing it, and provide education and training to help individuals and organizations navigate workplace conflict. Learn more about the Scheinman Institute here.
American Arbitration Association
The not-for-profit American Arbitration Association® (AAA®) is the world’s largest provider of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services, supporting businesses, public institutions, and individuals worldwide. Learn more about the AAA here.
About the Event
Convened by the Early Career Alternative Dispute Resolution Network (ECADRN) in collaboration with the Ray Corollary Initiative (RCI), the Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution at Cornell ILR School, and the American Arbitration Association (AAA), the Virtual ADR Fair is a national online convening designed to introduce students, early-career professionals, and ADR practitioners to the broad landscape of ADR. The Fair will showcase organizations, academic programs, training providers, and professional associations from across the U.S., while creating meaningful opportunities for connection and professional engagement.
This is an educational, mission-driven convening. The focus is on pipeline building, access, diversity, and workforce development in the ADR profession.
The Virtual ADR Fair is free for attendees. Attendees will register separately via Zoom Events hosted by the Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution at Cornell ILR School when registration opens in the fall.
How it Works
2.5-hour live virtual convening
Opening keynote framing the ADR landscape by Homer La Rue, Chair of RCI
Organization-based breakout rooms (8 timed cycles): 15 min/cycle: 8–10 min presentation + Q&A
Virtual Exhibit Hall (open 24–48 hours before and after event)
Post-event digital resource library available on ECADRN Resource Hub
Disclaimer: Please note that sessions at the Virtual ADR Fair will be recorded. Recordings, along with any resources shared in the exhibit, will be made available on the ECADRN’s website via the Resource Hub. The Resource Hub is publicly accessible and not behind a paywall.
Who Should be in the Room?
Organizations
ADR Organizations & Associations
Showcase professional pathways, membership benefits, and entry points for early-career professionals.
ADR Providers & Panels
Share what practice looks like, how your roster works, and what experience is valued for consideration.
Training Providers
Highlight foundational and advanced offerings, credentialing pathways, and skills development programs.
Academic Programs
Feature degrees, certificates, clinics, and experiential learning that connect students to the ADR ecosystem.
ADR Professionals
Students
Discover the ADR field, explore career pathways, and connect with organizations and academic programs that can help you get started.
Early Career Professionals
Find your next opportunity, build your network, and connect with leading ADR organizations and training providers — all in one place.
Career Changers
Get a comprehensive, accessible introduction to the ADR ecosystem and the pathways available to help you make a successful transition.
Established Practitioners
Stay connected to the broader ADR landscape, discover new organizations and emerging voices, and engage with the next generation of practitioners.
Why Participate?
For Organizations, the Virtual ADR Fair offers:*
- National exposure to engaged ADR professionals
- An opportunity to educate (not sell) to a self-selected, mission-aligned audience
- Alignment with access-to-justice & pipeline-building initiatives
- Visibility in event program materials, Exhibition Hall & post-event library
- A chance to reach audiences beyond your traditional networks
*Please note that participation is limited to help ensure meaningful engagement between organizations and attendees. Early registration is strongly encouraged to reserve your organization's place.
For ADR Professionals, the Virtual ADR Fair offers:
- A chance to connect with leading ADR organizations, providers, and programs — all in one place
- Free to attendance designed to expand access to the ADR profession
- An educational experience focused on learning and exploration, not sales pitches
- A guided pathway into the ADR field — whether you're just starting out or looking for your next opportunity
Org. Participation Levels
Flexible sponsorship levels designed to meet your organization’s need
✽ A $7.50 processing fee will be added to each participation level to cover platform payment processing costs.
INCLUDES
- Virtual exhibit booth/breakout room
- Organization listing on the event platform
- Ability to upload brochures, videos, and additional resources
- Opportunities to engage directly with attendees
INCLUDES
- All Exhibitor Participation benefits
- Additional logo placement on select promotional materials
- Recognition on ECADRN and event-related communications
- Enhanced visibility during the Virtual ADR Fair
INCLUDES
- All Supporting Sponsor benefits
- Premium sponsor recognition
- Additional virtual exhibit booth/breakout room
- Featured placement within the virtual fair platform
- Acknowledgment during opening remarks and select event promotions
FAQ
The Virtual ADR Fair takes place on November 12, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET.
The Virtual ADR Fair is hosted virtually on Zoom Events, provided by the Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution at Cornell ILR School.
Attendees will register separately via Zoom Events hosted by the Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution at Cornell ILR School when registration opens in the fall.
The Virtual ADR Fair is free for attendees. For organizations, various participation levels are available. Please see the information above.
A $7.50 processing fee is added to each organization participation level to cover platform payment processing costs.
Please email contact@ecadrn.org for any inquires.
Once your registration and payment are confirmed, sometime in September you'll receive access to the Zoom Events platform hosted by the Scheinman Institute on Conflict Resolution at Cornell ILR School. At that point, you can set up your virtual exhibit booth — uploading your logo, brochures, videos, social media links, and other resources, and customizing your space.
You will be able to uploading your logo, brochures, videos, social media links, and other resources. Please keep in mind the following file requirements:
Material Type | Max Size | Format / Dimensions |
Video | Up to 150 MB | MP4 only, max 5 minutes |
Exhibitor Images | 10–15 MB | 1920×1080 px recommended (JPG/JPEG/PNG) |
Downloadable Material | Up to 15 MB | PDF only, max 5 files |
Each cycle is 15 minutes total: an 8–10 minute presentation followed by moderated Q&A, repeated across 8 cycles so no attendee "drops in" mid-presentation.
Every presentation should aim to answer three core questions: What is your part of the ADR ecosystem, at what stage of a career does it matter most, and how can someone engage with it? Specific guidance by organization type:
ADR Organizations & Professional Associations Key Presentation Items
- Mission and role in the ADR ecosystem
- Practice areas or constituencies served (e.g., labor, employment, commercial, community, family)
- Who typically joins (students, early-career, mid-career, established practitioners)
- Membership benefits focused on education, networking, and professional development
- Common entry points for early-career professionals (committees, sections, volunteer roles)
- How associations support diversity, mentorship, or pipeline development (if applicable)
Q&A Should Be Prepared To Address
- When is the right time to join?
- What level of engagement actually matters?
- How do members use this organization early in their careers?”
ADR Providers (Panels, Roster-Based Organizations) Key Presentation Items
- Types of cases handled and practice areas covered
- What “being a neutral” looks like in practice (volume, expectations, timelines)
- Typical pathways onto a roster (experience, training, credentials—not guarantees)
- Skills, background, or prior experience commonly valued
- Realistic discussion of early-stage practice realities (time to build caseload, income variability)
- How do people actually get considered?
- What experience matters most at the beginning?
- What should someone be doing before applying?
- Types of training offered (introductory, advanced, specialization-based)
- Who the training is designed for and what career stage it supports
- What training does—and does not—qualify someone to do
- How training fits into longer-term credentialing or practice development
- Typical next steps after completing training
- Which training should I take first?
- How much training is enough?
- How does this training connect to real practice opportunities?
Academic Programs (Universities, Clinics, Certificates) Key Presentation Items
- Program structure (degree, certificate, clinic, concentration)
- Skills and competencies students develop
- Experiential or applied learning opportunities
- Who benefits most from the program (students, career-changers, working professionals)
- How the program connects graduates to the broader ADR ecosystem
- Is this necessary to practice ADR?
- What distinguishes this training from others?
- Who gets the most value from this path?
Please use the same 15 minute repeatable presentation for each of the 8 cycles.
Please note that sessions at the Virtual ADR Fair will be recorded. Recordings, along with any resources shared in the exhibit, will be made available on the ECADRN’s website via the Resource Hub. The Resource Hub is publicly accessible and not behind a paywall.