Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
The New Orleans Investment Conference is the longest-running investment event in the world, marking its 52nd annual gathering in 2026. This year, attendees will gain insights from leading macro and market analysts, focusing on the current bull market in metals and mining.
The conference promises to deliver valuable investment strategies and networking opportunities in the vibrant city of New Orleans. New Orleans Investment Conference takes place in New Orleans, USA.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: The New Orleans Investment Conference takes place from October 28 to 31, 2026, in New Orleans, USA.
- 2Scale and Focus: Celebrating its 52nd year, this conference is a premier gathering for investors focusing on metals and mining.
- 3Organiser: Hosted by Jefferson Financial, Inc., the conference features top macro and market analysts.
- 4Entry: Registration is available online, with options for in-person and virtual attendance.
Why visit
Attendees will benefit from expert insights on market trends, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and access to exclusive investment strategies. Attendees include sophisticated investors and industry experts seeking insights on market trends. Registration is available online, with options for in-person and virtual attendance.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors gain visibility among a targeted audience of investors and industry professionals, providing a platform to showcase their products and services. This is an opportunity to connect with potential clients and partners in a high-stakes investment environment. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Mining companies showcasing their projects, Financial services firms offering investment products, Consultants providing market analysis.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
High-net-worth individual investors allocating part of a portfolio to gold, silver and mining equities
Portfolio managers and registered investment advisers adding resource exposure for clients
Family offices and private wealth managers researching physical bullion and royalty/streaming names
Buy-side and sell-side mining analysts tracking producers, developers and explorers
Newsletter writers, podcasters and independent research publishers covering monetary metals
Geologists, mining engineers and technical consultants evaluating projects on the show floor
Institutional allocators and fund managers examining critical minerals and energy metals
Serious self-directed investors attending sessions on macro, monetary policy and resource cycles
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Junior exploration and development companies presenting drill results and project economics to retail and institutional investors
Mid-tier and major precious metals producers running investor-relations suites for portfolio managers
Royalty and streaming companies marketing metal exposure without operating risk
Bullion dealers, mints and numismatic firms selling physical gold and silver on the show floor
ETF sponsors, closed-end funds and resource-focused asset managers
Investment research publishers, newsletter writers and subscription analytics services
Brokerages and trading platforms serving self-directed resource investors
Mining service firms such as drilling contractors, assay laboratories and project consultants
Provincial, state and national mining ministries promoting jurisdictions and permitting regimes
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Gold, silver and platinum group metal projects and equities
Copper, uranium, lithium and other energy and critical minerals
Royalty and streaming interests in producing mines
Physical bullion, sovereign coins and numismatic collectibles
Resource-focused ETFs, closed-end funds and managed accounts
Investment research, newsletters and technical analysis subscriptions
Brokerage, custody and self-directed trading platforms
Project finance, private placement and capital-markets advisory services
Drilling, assay, metallurgical and mine-planning services
Mining jurisdiction promotion and permitting advisory
Location & Facilities
Venue
New Orleans, USA
Facilities
Parking
Yes, the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center offers on-site parking; reserve in advance during large shows. Several suburban hotels in the sampled set also advertise free parking.
Parking: Yes, the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center offers on-site parking; reserve in advance during large shows. Several suburban hotels in the sampled set also advertise free parking.
Attend
Entry & tickets
General admission
In-Person Attendance
995General admission
Guest Registration (In-Person Only)
375General admission
Virtual Club Membership
350
Who runs the show
Organisers
Jefferson Financial, Inc.
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
New Orleans, USA
Why it matters
Attendees will benefit from expert insights on market trends, networking opportunities with industry leaders, and access to exclusive investment strategies. Attendees include sophisticated investors and industry experts seeking insights on market trends.
Industry trends
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · USD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Primary gateway for the conference. The taxi stand and rideshare pickup are outside the terminal; the RTA E2-Airport bus also runs to the CBD in roughly 40-45 minutes. Allow extra time on weekday afternoons
Approx. 14-15 miles (23-24 km) via I-10 E
to venue
20-30 minutes by taxi or rideshare in normal traffic
by car
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport
Fallback airport with a much smaller flight schedule. Only worth using if the fare saving clearly outweighs a rental car or long rideshare into New Orleans
Approx. 80 miles (130 km) via I-10 E
to venue
1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes by car
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans
luxury
French Quarter edge / Central Business District4.6
Full-service 5-star with spa and pool, about a 20-25 minute walk or a short rideshare to the convention center. Rates spike during large citywide events; approximate range, confirm at booking.
Q&C Hotel and Bar New Orleans, Autograph Collection
upscale
Central Business District4.3
Boutique-style Marriott Autograph property in the CBD, walkable to the Warehouse District and the convention center. Pet-friendly with parking available per the hotel listing.
Holiday Inn Express New Orleans East by IHG
midscale
New Orleans East4.2
Limited-service IHG property east of downtown; practical only if you are driving to the convention center, since rideshare costs add up over a multi-day stay.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Chalmette - New Orleans S by IHG
midscale
Chalmette (south bank suburb)4.2
Suburban IHG option across the river; the lowest room rate in this set, but you need a car or rideshare to reach the venue each day.
City Express by Marriott New Orleans I-10
budget
I-10 corridor3.5
Economy Marriott limited-service hotel with pool and free parking per the listing; best suited to attendees with a car who want to cap accommodation spend.
Holiday Inn New Orleans West Bank Tower by IHG
midscale
West Bank (Gretna side)4.1
Tower property across the Mississippi with good value rates; budget for a daily rideshare or rental car across the river to the convention center.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
taxi (flat rate)
Estimated costApprox. USD 36 flat rate for 1-2 passengers; about USD 15 per person for 3 or more
Best forMSY airport to CBD and French Quarter hotels
New Orleans runs a metered/flat-rate taxi system from the airport; the taxi stand is outside baggage claim. Trip is roughly 14-15 miles and 20-30 minutes via I-10 E. Confirm the current flat rate with the dispatcher before departure.
rideshare (Uber/Lyft)
Estimated costApprox. USD 36-55 depending on surge and exact drop-off
Best forMSY airport to CBD, Warehouse District or French Quarter
Pickup is at the designated rideshare zone; a multi-day conference week can push surge pricing during peak arrival windows.
shared airport shuttle
Estimated costApprox. USD 24 one-way per person
Best forMSY to downtown and French Quarter hotels
Shared-ride shuttle service is listed by the city's official visitor site; confirm the current fare and operating hours with the operator.
public bus (RTA E2-Airport)
Estimated costApprox. USD 2.00 single ride; day passes available
Best forMSY to CBD via the RTA Airport route
Cheapest option, roughly 40-45 minutes into the city. Use flymsy.com/public-transportation for the current schedule and confirm the last departure if you land late.
streetcar (Canal and Riverfront lines)
Estimated costApprox. USD 1.25 single ride; approx. USD 3.00 for a one-day Jazzy Pass
Best forFrench Quarter and CBD hotels to the riverfront near the convention center
The Canal line links Mid-City and the CBD, while the Riverfront line runs along the Mississippi past the convention center district. Exact change or the RTA app is the practical way to pay.
rideshare (short hop)
Estimated costApprox. USD 8-15 for the short downtown trip
Best forCBD or French Quarter hotel to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
Useful in the evening or during rain; for most CBD hotels the walk to the convention center is 10-20 minutes and often quicker than waiting for a car.
parking (venue)
Estimated costApprox. USD 20-40 per day depending on the lot and event rate
Best forErnest N. Morial Convention Center on-site parking
Pre-book or arrive early during large conferences; the convention center campus has multiple surface lots along Convention Center Boulevard.
rental car / long rideshare
Estimated costApprox. USD 80-120 one-way rideshare, or a rental car at roughly USD 50-90 per day
Best forBaton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR) to the venue
Only a practical option if BTR fares are substantially cheaper; the drive is about 80 miles and 1 hour 15 minutes on I-10 E.
Weather
Late October in New Orleans is warm, humid and still inside the Atlantic hurricane season. Expect daytime highs in the low-to-mid 80s F with overnight lows in the 60s F, plus short heavy showers and the occasional tropical system. Air conditioning in the convention center runs cold, so a light layer helps during long session blocks. Check storm advisories in the final week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
US mobile networks (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) cover the CBD and the convention center well; visitors from abroad should arrange roaming or an eSIM before landing. Power is 120V/60Hz with Type A and Type B plugs, so bring a converter for European or UK devices. Venue Wi-Fi is typically available for attendees but can slow down in packed session rooms; a mobile hotspot or tethering is a sensible backup for investor meetings.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business dress
Business casual is the norm in New Orleans conference settings: collared shirts, smart trousers or dresses, with a light jacket for heavily air-conditioned session rooms.
Tipping
US tipping norms apply. Budget 18-20% at restaurants, USD 2-5 per bag for hotel staff, and a couple of dollars for bar service or short rideshare trips.
Walking the city
The French Quarter and CBD are compact and walkable, but summer-style heat and humidity persist into late October. Carry water and plan indoor breaks between sessions.
Hurricane season
The Atlantic season runs to 30 November. Locals track advisories calmly; visitors should keep airline and hotel apps handy and follow official evacuation guidance if one is issued.
Local customs
New Orleans is a convivial city where introductions are casual and conversation moves quickly. Business cards and a short, clear pitch work better than a long deck in the exhibit hall.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: MSY
Fly into MSY where possible; it is the only major airport close to the venue, with a 20-30 minute drive into the CBD. Nonstop flights from New York run about 3.5 hours, while European routings connect through Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth or Charlotte and take 11-14 hours door to door. Captured economy fares for the late-October 2026 window were flagged as high, so book one to four months out and set price alerts. BTR is a fallback only if the fare saving clearly exceeds the cost of a rental car or a long rideshare.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): 20-30 minutes by taxi or rideshare in normal traffic; Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport (BTR): 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Allow road or rail time to ; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near : French Quarter edge / Central Business District: The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans; Central Business District: Q&C Hotel and Bar New Orleans, Autograph Collection; New Orleans East: Holiday Inn Express New Orleans East by IHG.
Ride-hail: Uber and Lyft both operate in New Orleans and are the practical choice for evening dinners, river-crossing hotels and rainy days. From MSY, expect a dedicated pickup zone and fares of roughly USD 36-55 into the CBD, with surge pricing around peak conference arrival windows. Short downtown hops from CBD hotels to the convention center typically run USD 8-15, often not worth it versus a 10-20 minute walk.
Public transit: The RTA runs the E2-Airport bus from MSY into the CBD in roughly 40-45 minutes, plus the Canal Street and Riverfront streetcar lines that connect Mid-City, the French Quarter and the riverfront near the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Single rides are around USD 1.25-2.00 with day passes available. Service is frequent on the streetcar lines but thins late at night, so plan a rideshare after evening events.
Parking: The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center has multiple surface lots along Convention Center Boulevard, typically in the USD 20-40 per day range depending on the event rate; pre-book or arrive early during a large conference week. Suburban hotels in this set, including City Express by Marriott New Orleans I-10 and Holiday Inn New Orleans West Bank Tower, advertise free parking, which can offset a longer commute.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: Late October 2026
Temperature: Daytime highs typically in the low-to-mid 80s F (roughly 27-30 C), with overnight lows in the 60s F (roughly 16-20 C). Humidity makes the afternoon feel warmer than the number suggests.
Seasonality: October sits late in the Atlantic hurricane season, so short intense downpours are common and tropical-system remnants are possible. Keep an eye on advisories in the week before departure and build a buffer into tight flight connections.
Packing: Pack lightweight business-casual clothing, a compact umbrella or rain shell, comfortable walking shoes for the convention center corridors, a light layer for chilled session rooms, and a power bank for long days on the show floor.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at New Orleans Investment Conference usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-14
confirm your registration tier (in-person attendance, guest pass or virtual club membership) and check what each tier includes before paying
T-14
book the MSY flight and a CBD or Warehouse District hotel within walking distance of the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
T-12
download the conference schedule and shortlist sessions on monetary policy, gold price outlook and company presentations
T-10
build a target list of 8-12 exhibiting companies and read their latest NI 43-101 or S-K 1300 technical reports
T-9
request investor meetings or booth time with the companies that matter most; presentation slots fill early
T-7
check your passport validity and, for international visitors, confirm ESTA or B-1 visa status before flying
T-7
set a portfolio budget for any private placements or bullion purchases and decide your due-diligence questions in advance
T-5
review the hurricane-season forecast and set up airline and hotel alerts for the New Orleans area
T-3
pack business casual with a light jacket for air-conditioned session rooms and comfortable shoes for the exhibit hall
T-2
confirm airport transfer plans (taxi flat rate, rideshare or the RTA Airport bus) and save the route offline
T-1
load badges, session tickets and the floor plan on your phone, and charge a power bank for a full day at the venue
Day 1
arrive early at the convention center to clear registration, then work the hall before the keynote crowds build
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at the venue
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2New Orleans Investment Conference registration concourse
the venue
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
the venue
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights$230.00
- Per diem × 2$150.00
Estimated total$380.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
visitor_ticket
visitor · General admission
USD 995 / per person
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| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| visitor_ticket | visitor | General admission | USD 995 / per person | organiser_published |
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether New Orleans Investment Conference fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For New Orleans Investment Conference, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Precious metals and mining stocks and Investment strategies and financial produc solutions and benchmarking suppliers at New Orleans Investment Conference in New Orleans.
Min. budget
$1,495.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Precious metals and mining stocks and Investment strategies and financial produc products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$6,727.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the New Orleans show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Glossary
- Junior explorer
- A small-cap company whose main asset is an early-stage exploration property; most have no revenue and fund work through equity raises, which is why many exhibit at the New Orleans Investment Conference to meet retail and institutional capital.
- Producer vs developer
- A producer already mines and sells metal; a developer has a defined deposit and is permitting, financing and building a mine. Both appear in the exhibit hall, but they carry very different risk profiles for investors.
- NI 43-101
- The Canadian disclosure standard for mineral projects. A technical report filed under NI 43-101 is the document investors use to check tonnage, grade and economics behind a company's claims.
- S-K 1300
- The US SEC mining disclosure rule that took effect for fiscal years beginning on or after 1 January 2021. It is broadly aligned with NI 43-101 but not identical, so cross-listed companies may present two sets of numbers.
- Measured, indicated and inferred resources
- Confidence tiers for a mineral resource estimate. Inferred is the least certain and cannot be converted to reserves; investors should check which category a headline number sits in.
- Reserve vs resource
- A reserve is the economically mineable part of a measured or indicated resource after applying modifying factors. A resource is a concentration of material of economic interest; the two are not interchangeable.
- PEA (Preliminary Economic Assessment)
- A scoping-level study of a project's potential economics. It is order-of-magnitude work and should not be read as a feasibility-level commitment.
- Feasibility study
- A more detailed engineering and economic study used to support a construction decision and project financing; it normally follows a PEA and a pre-feasibility study.
- Grade and grade-thickness
- The concentration of metal in ore, usually grams per tonne for gold and percent for base metals. High grade does not automatically mean a good project; width, depth and metallurgy matter.
- Metallurgical recovery
- The percentage of contained metal that a processing plant can actually recover. Poor recovery can turn a good-looking assay result into an uneconomic deposit.
- Royalty and streaming company
- A firm that provides upfront capital to a miner in exchange for a percentage of revenue (royalty) or a fixed-price share of production (stream). These names give investors metal exposure without operating risk.
- All-in sustaining cost (AISC)
- A standard gold-mining cost metric that bundles cash costs with sustaining capital, royalties and corporate overhead. It is the number most commonly used to compare producers at a given gold price.
- Physical bullion vs ETF
- Physical metal is allocated coin or bar held directly; an ETF gives paper exposure through a trust, with different custody, fee and tax characteristics. Dealers and fund sponsors at the show represent both sides.
- Critical minerals
- Materials such as lithium, cobalt, rare earths, graphite and copper that governments classify as strategically important for energy transition and defence supply chains; several project developers in this space exhibit at the conference.
- TSX-V, ASX and OTC tickers
- Junior miners often list on the TSX Venture Exchange or ASX and trade in the US over the counter. Liquidity and disclosure obligations differ by venue, so check the primary listing before investing.
- Drill program and assay results
- The core activity that moves a junior's share price: a defined number of holes, a budget and a laboratory turnaround. News flow at the conference often centres on pending assays.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- New Orleans events 2026
- financial conference New Orleans
- investment opportunities New Orleans
- New Orleans Investment Conference 2026
- New Orleans USA
- Investment Conference New Orleans 2026
- Investment Conference Conference New Orleans
- Precious metals and mining stocks
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