2026 Fall Conference & Annual Business Meeting

 

September 09, 2026
12:00 PM - 12:00 PM
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Jekyll Island Convention Center
75 Beachview Dr N
Jekyll Island, GA 31527
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The SWANA-Georgia Chapter will hold its 2026 Fall Conference & Annual Business Meeting at the Jekyll Island Convention Center (JICC) September 9 -11, 2026. There will be informative a dynamic mix of technical sessions with continuing education opportunities, a vendor trade show, a golf tournament, a fun run, a service project, a Young Professionals event, and a Casino Night reception for all to enjoy!

LODGING

Check out the links below for nearby hotels at discounted rates using our group block.  First come, first served for the group block. 

To get the special group discounted rate, you must reserve your hotel room before August 8. Book your room now to receive the discount!  

Home2 Suites by Hilton
101 Ocean Way
Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527

The Westin Jekyll Island
110 Ocean Way
Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527

Marriott Courtyard
178 S. Beachview Drive
Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527

For additional lodging options on the island, please visit https://www.jekyllisland.com/lodging/.

EARLY REGISTRATION DEADLINE (with reduced registration fees):  ends August 3, 2026 @ 11:59 PM EST.

LATE REGISTRATION (with increased registration fees):  begins Friday, September 3, 2026 @ 11:59 PM EST.

Payment must be received by Early Registration Deadline to qualify for the reduced rate.  Otherwise, all payments must be received prior to or upon arrival at the conference.  SWANA-Georgia cannot offer reduced registration fees for partial conference attendance.

ATTENDEE fee covers: one (1) person / admittance to all sessions, breaks, receptions, meals and the exhibitor trade show.

EXHIBITOR fee covers:  one (1) person / one (1) skirted table / admittance to all sessions, breaks, receptions and meals, and the trade show.

For any questions, please direct them to [email protected].

Tickets

$450.00 Member Attendee
$475.00 after 12:00 am September 4
$425.00 Earlybird rate before August 4

$525.00 Non-Member Attendee
$550.00 after 12:00 am September 4
$500.00 Earlybird rate before August 4

$625.00 Member Exhibitor (Indoor Only)
$650.00 after 12:00 am September 4
$600.00 Earlybird rate before August 4

$725.00 Non-Member Exhibitor (Indoor Only)
$750.00 after 12:00 am September 4
$700.00 Earlybird rate before August 4

$925.00 Member Exhibitor (Indoor + Outdoor)
$950.00 after 12:00 am September 4
$900.00 Earlybird rate before August 4

$1,025.00 Non-Member Exhibitor (Indoor + Outdoor)
$1,050.00 after 12:00 am September 4
$1,000.00 Earlybird rate before August 4

$125.00 Spouse/Guest (Non-Attendee)
$150.00 after 12:00 am September 4
$100.00 Earlybird rate before August 4

$0.00 Speaker Only / Non-Attendee

$0.00 2026 Fall Event - Cornhole Tournament (September 9, 2026)

$0.00 2026 Fall Event - 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk (September 10, 2026)

$0.00 2026 Fall Event - Community Service Project (September 10, 2026)

$125.00 2026 Fall Event - Golf Tournament (September 10, 2026)

$25.00 2026 Fall Event - Young Professionals (September 10th)

$1,500.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - NEW! Conference App Sponsorship (Exclusive Opportunity!)

$2,000.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Opening Lunch and Keynote Address

$1,500.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Opening Reception w/ Conference and Outdoor Equipment Exhibitors

$1,000.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Casino Night

$500.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Breakfast & Exhibitor Breaks

$150.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Supporting

$500.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Cornhole Tournament

$500.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Golf Tournament

$400.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - Community Service Project

$400.00 2026 Fall Sponsor - YP Event

$0.00 Donation - for YP Student Sponsorship

$10.00 Mulligan