E3 Conference 2026
June 7– June 9
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Unlock the Power of Excellence at E3 2026 Conference in Northwest Arkansas!
Join us for the PCMA Heartland Chapter’s premier event, the E3 Conference, from June 7 – 9, 2026. Hosted by Destination Rogers, and partnering with Visit Bentonville and Experience Fayetteville. These three destinations will work together to host our conference. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable journey of education, engagement and empowerment.
We are excited to announce our Keynote speakers– Beth Surmont, 360 Live Media and Cassandra Maurice‑Magee, Innovation Development Manager with PCMA. We also have an action-packed agenda with several amazing speakers and events.

Schedule of Events
Sunday, June 7
5:00 – 6:45 pm
Hosted Welcome Reception – Preparty. Located at Hotel Vin
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Hosted Welcome Reception – Ruth’s Chris
Monday, June 8
7:00 – 7:45 am
Morning Wellness Activity- Hotel Avail
8:00 – 9:00 am
Breakfast- Hotel Avail
9:00 – 10:15 am
Keynote Address/Leading Class Speaker, Beth Surmont
“Thriving in Uncertainty”
10:40 – 11:30 am
Small Group discussion lead by Beth Surmont
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Lunch at Hotel Avail
12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
“Navigating Choppy Waters Panel with Leaders Who’ve Been There” – Hotel Avail
6:00 – 7:30 pm
Experience Fayetteville! Dinner- The Leroy Lounge
Tuesday, June 9
7:30 – 8:30 am
Wellness Activity, Hotel Avail
8:30 – 9:30 am
Breakfast, Hotel Avail
9:00 – 11:30 am
Keynote Speaker/Cassandra Maurice‑Magee
“Unlock the Power of PCMA’s Spark & Destinaitor: A Transformative Overview for Planners and Suppliers”, Hotel Avail
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Lunch on own
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Hotel Tours (Must Register)
See Who’s Coming!
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!
Hotel Accommodations at Hotel Avail in Rogers.
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