The IFDA National Championship
October 22-24, 2026
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL
Company Leader Role
Company Leaders are representatives engaged in the team’s planning process from the start. The Company Leader is an important role in ensuring a successful event and a great experience for all participants. Those serving in this capacity are encouraged to attend the event in person.
IFDA has created a guide that details the expectations regarding this role, including:
- Companies organizing groups of 10 or more are asked to identify a primary point of contact for the group. This individual will serve as the Company Leader and IFDA’s main contact.
- IFDA will share important information and reminders with the Company Leader and will rely on them to coordinate registration and hotel on behalf of the group, including any necessary follow-up.
- A single person can be identified as point for both competitions or an individual for each competition.
Company Leader Key Dates
| Judge & Volunteer Sign-Up Opens | May 13 |
| Judge & Volunteer Selection Confirmation | June 12 |
| Registration Opens | June 17 |
| Recommended Company Rodeo Deadline | August 28 |
| Affiliate Events Confirmed with Disney | August 28 |
| Hotel Sub-Block Rooming Lists Due | September 03 |
| Hotel Booking and Registration Close | September 21 |
| The IFDA National Championship | October 22-24 |



