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2026 Convention + Trade Show

Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at 8:30 AM (CST) to Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM (CST)
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Join Us for the 2026 Convention: A Must-Attend Event for Tennessee Association Professionals 

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Convention, where association professionals like you come together for a dynamic and enriching experience! 

  • Silent Auction: Don’t miss the chance to bid on exclusive items and experiences.
  • Trade Show: Meet with exhibitors from top hotel properties, CVBs, and business solutions providers. Discover the latest products and services that can elevate your association.
    • TRADE SHOW THEME: Home for the Holidays!
  • Educational Sessions: Learn from industry experts in our insightful sessions designed to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.
  • Awards of Excellence Lunch: Celebrate the achievements of your peers at our awards lunch, honoring outstanding individuals and associations.

Registration for exhibitors is open.

Registration for association professionals will open in late May.

Agenda

December 2
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM Registration & Coffee!
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM Welcome & Introduction of our Morning Keynote **Please note: Session details and updated times will be reflected here this summer. 
12:50 PM - 2:00 PM Awards of Excellence Lunch
December 3
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM It's Trade Show Day! Join us to visit 35+ exhibitors!
10:40 AM - 11:40 AM Trade Show Floor Time & Silent Auction!
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Trade Show Floor Time & Silent Auction Join us for this final hour of the trade show floor & the silent auction! Giveaways will be announced at 3 p.m. 
3:30 PM - 3:30 PM Convention & Trade Show Concludes

For More Information:

Jamie Flynn
Jamie Flynn, CAE, IOM
Executive Director Tennessee Society of Association Executives (615)298-5944
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HOTEL INFORMATION: 

We have a room block at the Embassy Suites Franklin Cool Springs. Our rate is $169 for Tuesday evening and Wednesday evening, 12/1 and 12/2. The hotel reservation reservations code is: 909