The Fearless Stenographers Conference -Washington, D.C. April 16 – April 18, 2026- Stellar All-Star Speaker Lineup!
The Fearless Stenographers Conference Sessions Are Here!
We’re excited to unveil what’s in store for the 5th Annual
Fearless Stenographers Conference, happening
April 16–18, 2026, in Washington, D.C.
Everyone is invited!
The All-Star Steno Lineup!
This year’s sessions are bold, inspiring, and designed to elevate every stage of your steno career.
Powerful Keynote Inspiration
Hear a moving story of resilience, purpose, and fearless leadership that will leave you motivated and empowered.
Imagine a family of siblings all thriving as court reporters, a mother-daughter working relationship as a scopist/reporter, or reporting live on Capitol Hill. This session celebrates the diverse paths, powerful stories, and endless possibilities within the court reporting and captioning profession. The all-star speaker lineup has a variety of sessions for everyone!
Professional Growth & Career Evolution
Explore what it truly takes to thrive in today’s profession—from certifications and realtime mastery to professionalism, confidence, and long-term success.
Lights, Camera, STENO (Ethics)
Go behind the scenes of high-profile trials, including the P. Diddy and Cardi B cases, and learn what it means to protect the record when the spotlight is on.
The Importance of Realtime
Understand why strong, reliable realtime is essential for credibility, income, and longevity—and how to build it deliberately.
Business, Financial & A.I. Literacy
Gain practical tools for financial planning, investing, and understanding AI so you can build stability, wealth, and confidence beyond the transcript.
Connection, Mentorship & Community
Engage in sessions that focus on unity, collaboration, and mentorship, because the future of steno is stronger together.
This is more than a conference, it’s an experience designed to challenge, inspire, and celebrate the guardians of the record.
Steno Speed Dating: Connection & Collaboration- The All-Star Lineup!
Step into our Steno Speed Dating session and connect with some of your favorite professionals and reporters who have been a part of Steno in the City since the very beginning. This fast-paced, interactive experience is designed to spark meaningful conversations, build authentic relationships, and create lasting professional connections within the steno community.
You can earn up to 1.45 CEUs/14.5 CE hours that are pending approval through NCRA and JBCC!
Registration is open. Join us in Washington, D.C., and be part of something fearless.
The full agenda and speaker bios are on the website-
Get registered and hope to see you there!
The Fearless Stenographers Conference 2026
Registration is Now Open!
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1.45 CEUs/14.5 CE Hours will be available
Are you ready to be Fearless in 2026?
The Fearless Stenographers Conference is heading to the nation’s capital, Washington, D.C., April 16–18, 2026, for what promises to be our most extraordinary gathering yet for Steno in the City.
Join us at the JW Marriott Hotel on Pennsylvania Avenue as we celebrate five fearless years of empowering court reporting and captioning professionals across the country.
Five years in, the Steno in the City (SITC) Annual Fearless Stenographers Conference remains honored to serve as a gathering place for networking, collaboration, and inspiration within our community. Each year, we unite court reporters, captioners, firm owners, educators, students, attorneys, judges, and policymakers for three days of education, advocacy, and fearless growth.
This year’s theme, “The Evolution of Steno in the City,” takes us on a powerful journey through the resilience, progress, and innovation that define our profession. Expect top-tier seminars, inspiring speakers, and meaningful connections designed to reignite passion, elevate skill, and celebrate excellence in every form.
Get ready for another unforgettable STENO XPERIENCE!
Conference Highlight: The Fearless Evolution Black Tie Affair
A Legacy in Motion: Honoring Five Years of Steno in the City
The weekend culminates in an unforgettable evening at our Black Tie Affair, an elegant celebration of excellence, leadership, and legacy. Join us as we pay tribute to the reporters (Steno Legends) and visionaries who have paved the way and toast to the next generation shaping the future of steno. Enjoy fine dining, live entertainment, special recognitions, and an atmosphere of sophistication that Steno in the City loves to deliver.
One Mission + One Movement = Steno United
United under the banner of STENO United, we come together with a shared purpose: to empower, educate, and elevate. The Fearless Stenographers Conference isn’t just an event, it’s a movement that celebrates the strength and unity of our profession. The place where everyone feels seen and heard.
The place where everyone feels welcomed.
Don’t miss the fifth annual Fearless Stenographers Conference where empowerment meets elegance in the heart of Washington, D.C.
Join us for an inspiring, transformative weekend that will leave you fearless, connected, and unstoppable.
Be sure to book your rooms right away within our room block!
P.S. Last year, thanks to the generosity of reporters in the community, 84 students were able to attend the Fearless Stenographers Conference in New Orleans in sponsorships. This year, consider sponsoring a student during your registration to continue supporting the next generation of court reporters!
We hope to see you there
