2026 New Shared Mobility Summit (successor to National Shared Mobility Summit)

The 2026 New Shared Mobility Summit, hosted by the Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC), takes place September 9-11 in Chicago as a reimagined gathering fostering deep collaboration among local change leaders advancing equitable and sustainable mobility solutions. Unlike traditional conferences, the summit convenes intentional teams of 8-12 leaders from approximately 10 cities and regions to connect, align strategies, and develop partnerships driving tangible local action on shared mobility transformation. The event encompasses two pre-summit virtual workshops, two intensive in-person collaboration days, and one post-summit virtual session, with structured opportunities for teams to share insights and learn from peer cities. Programming addresses expansion of bike-share systems, scooter-share networks, carpooling platforms, and transit innovations as climate-friendly transportation alternatives reducing car ownership and emissions. Participants include city planners, municipal leaders, nonprofit organizations, sustainable mobility companies, and transportation professionals seeking practical frameworks for equitable mobility access, community engagement, and emission reduction.