Welcome to the 2026

Welcome to the 2026

CLEO Conference & Exhibition

CLEO Conference & Exhibition

The premier international forum for scientific and technical optics.

CLEO Promotes Breakthroughs in Research and Applied Innovations

Comprehensive, peer-reviewed technical sessions and market-focused programming, CLEO is the world’s premier international forum to learn about innovative advances, research and new technologies from the laser science industry. From quantum computing to advanced imaging technologies used to search for new life and planets in the galaxy, CLEO brings together all aspects of electro-optic technologies.

With a distinguished history as the industry’s leading event on laser science, the Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics (CLEO) is the premier international forum for scientific and technical optics, uniting the fields of lasers and opto-electronics by bringing together all aspects of laser technology, from basic research to industry applications.

Exhibit & Sponsor at CLEO

For over 40 years, CLEO has been the premier platform for innovators and breakthrough technologies, connecting them to global markets. Joining CLEO helps you engage with customers, form new connections, and tap into a network of industry professionals and career opportunities.

Covers a broad range of topic areas at a variety of educational levels, and taught by highly-regarded industry experts on a number of subjects

There are over 2,000+ technical sessions organized by 29 different topic categories that are routinely presented at the CLEO Conference.

Hear from world-renowned experts sharing groundbreaking insights at the forefront of laser science and photonics.

Book a Hotel

CLEO, in partnership with MCI USA (our official hotel accommodations vendor), offers a variety of quality hotel options at varying price points. All are within walking distance of the convention center. Hotel block opens early 2026.

2026 Sponsors

2026 Media Partners