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2026 Northeast LEADS

OceanFirst Bank Center

The OceanFirst Bank Center home to Division I basketball at Monmouth University serves as the premier host venue for the 2026 Northeast L.E.A.D.S. event. This state-of-the-art arena blends the energy of collegiate athletics with the sophistication required for a high-impact professional gathering.


Known for hosting Monmouth Hawks men's basketball, the venue offers a dynamic and inspiring environment that reflects performance, leadership, and excellence—making it the perfect setting for an event built around growth and connection. With modern amenities, flexible event spaces, and a spacious layout, the OceanFirst Bank Center is designed to accommodate large-scale programming, networking, and sponsor activations seamlessly.


Conveniently located in West Long Branch, New Jersey, the venue provides easy access for attendees across the Northeast, while delivering a memorable experience that elevates the overall impact of L.E.A.D.S. From the moment guests arrive, they’ll feel the energy of a championship-caliber environment—setting the tone for a day focused on leadership, learning, and meaningful connections.

Load-in Information 

You may unload your booth materials at your designated time on August 18, 2026 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. You will check in at sponsor registration and receive your exhibitor packet.

 

This year we have 2 loading locations.

  1. The loading dock is located in red on the map. We will have signage and greeters to direct you once you pull off of Cedar Avenue. 
    • If you cannot negotiate the loading dock steps then we are asking you to use the front main entrance.
  2. The front entrance of the buiding where you can drop off your material. 
    • Please keep in mind that as soon as you drop off your material in the lobby we will have someone there watching your material while you go park.

In both drop off locations plan to drop off your material and be prepared to move your vehicle so that we can keep all fire lanes clear.

 

We do ask for patience during load-in.

Load-in map

Load-in Entrances

Driving directions