2026 Annual 2-Day Educational Program
July 13– July 14
Join us July 13–14, 2026, for the PCMA Southeast Annual 2-Day Educational Program, bringing together industry peers for education, connection, and conversation in the heart of Nashville.
Venue Update: The program will now take place at the Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch.
The program will feature two days of educational sessions, along with a Monday evening reception, offering a relaxed opportunity to network and unwind with fellow attendees.
Additional details will be shared soon—mark your calendar, register today, and plan to join us!
EVENT DETAILS
PCMA Southeast’s
Annual 2-Day Educational Program
Date: July 13-14, 2026
Location: Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch
920 Division St., Nashville, TN 37203 | 615-621-2598
AGENDA
Schedule at a Glance:
- Monday, July 13, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. – Educational Sessions
- Monday, July 13, 2026 | 5:00–6:30 p.m. – Reception
- Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. – Educational Sessions
REGISTRATION PRICING
Early Bird Pricing (Register by May 28, 2026):
Student: $95
CEMA Member: $170
PCMA Member: $170
Non-Member: $195
Regular Pricing (After May 28, 2026):
Student: $105
CEMA Member: $195
PCMA Member: $195
Non-Member: $245
** IF YOU NEED TO BE INVOICED, PLEASE CONTACT: [email protected] **
VENUE AND ACCOMMODATIONS
Location:
Location: Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch
920 Division St., Nashville, TN 37203
615-621-2598
Hotel Reservations:
$289 USD per night
Secure your stay at the Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown The Gulch at a special rate of $289/night. Rooms are limited—reserve by June 19.
PCMA Southeast Hotel Booking Link
MEET OUR SPEAKERS – MORE ANNOUNCED SOON

Marc Ghafoori is SVP, Client Experience at Heritage. He designs the end-to-end client journey, so events feel like the most important part of a customer’s year. He works with organizers, exhibitors, and internal teams on event design, engagement, education, and partnerships. His systems align sales, operations, and marketing around measurable outcomes with clear priorities. Marc is a frequent speaker and podcast guest, and an active advocate for face-to-face commerce in Washington.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Contact: [email protected]