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NEW THIS YEAR: BOOTHS AVAILABLE ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22!

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CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Overview
The NAED Eastern Conference provides a forum for education, peer networking, and booth sessions with industry leaders from the Eastern Region.
Who Should Attend
This is the ideal conference to connect with senior leadership within industry-leading companies. We recommend the following groups attend: upper and middle management, regional sales, operations, and branch managers from distributors, manufacturers and their reps, allied and industry partners.
Agenda

Speakers

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Micah Carleton
Vice President of Human Resources,
Central Region, Sonepar
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John Eggleton
President & CEO, Kirby Risk
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Wes Smith
President & CEO, NAED
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Event Pricing

Distributor Members *
 

$1,350
Regular Rate
Late Rate (after Jan. 20, 2027) - $1,550

Non-Distributor Members *

$1,550
Regular Rate
Late Rate (after Jan. 20, 2027) - $1,750

INDUSTRY
NON-MEMBERS**

$1,550
Regular Rate
Late Rate (after Jan. 20, 2027) - $1,750

Non-Members
 

$2,500
Regular Rate
Late Rate (after Jan. 20, 2027) - $2,700

* To ensure you receive member pricing, log into your NAED account prior to registering.
If you don’t remember your credentials, please use the forgot password link available on the login page.

 

** This pricing applies to members of industry associations such as NEMA, NECA, NEMRA that are not members of NAED.

 

 
 
APPOINTMENTS

Appointment Planning Tools
Make the most of your in-person conference experience by using the following resources:

If you have a special meeting request for the conference, let us know — we can help. Contact our Member Engagement Team at memberengagement@naed.org or 888.791.2512. 

 
 
B2B BOOTHS

NEW THIS YEAR: BOOTHS AVAILABLE ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22!

Distributor members will host the booths while suppliers travel from booth to booth. Distributors and suppliers are responsible for setting appointments in advance. Each session consists of 30-minute appointments with a five-minute break in between each appointment or an open format.

  • Booth registration closes Monday, January 4, 2027, or earlier if all booth spaces are filled.
  • There is an additional option to purchase electricity for the booth. The cost is $353 and includes a 5 amp power drop and a power strip for Monday - Wednesday. No refunds for electricity will be given after February 1, 2027.
  • Distributors are encouraged to accept at least two appointments with smaller suppliers or suppliers they are not currently doing business with, if approached.
  • To maximize the benefits, the individual requesting the appointment should advise the other participants of the meeting's purpose and come prepared.
  • DISTRIBUTORS ONLY: Click here to sign up for a B2B Booth.
The Strategic Planning Booth is a dedicated 10x10 exhibit space designed to host scheduled meetings, one-on-one strategy discussions, and small-group planning sessions. Each booth includes drape on all four sides, tables, chairs, wastebasket, and signage, creating a functional environment for focused conversations. See the information above for optional electricity in the booth. 

 

NAED B2B BOOTH SESSION TIMES
*Please note that these times are for the event location, which is in the Eastern Time Zone. Booth times have been extended for the Eastern Conference.

Monday, February 22, 2027:
    8:00 AM — 4:40 PM

Tuesday, February 23, 2027:
    10:30 AM — 4:50 PM

Wednesday, February 24, 2027:
    7:30 AM — 12:00 PM

   
 
HOUSING

Walt Disney World Swan

1200 Epcot Resorts Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

  • Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 11:00 a.m.
  • The group rate is $339 per night, plus 12.5% taxes and a $50.00 resort fee per room per night. 
  • Requests for housing must accompany conference registration. The hotel will not directly accept reservations at the conference rate.
  • The cut-off for hotel reservations is Wednesday, January 20, 2027. However, rooms may sell out prior to this date. 

 

Walt Disney World Swan Reserve

1255 Epcot Resorts Boulevard
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

  • NOTE: The Walt Disney World Swan Reserve is located just a 3-5 minute walk from the Walt Disney World Swan, where the NAED meetings will take place.
  • Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. Check-out time is 11:00 a.m.
  • The group rate is $369 per night (Run of House) or $439 per night (1 Bdrm Suite), plus 12.5% taxes and a $50.00 resort fee per room per night. 
  • Requests for housing must accompany conference registration. The hotel will not directly accept reservations at the conference rate.
  • The cut-off for hotel reservations is Wednesday, January 20, 2027. However, rooms may sell out prior to this date. 
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TRAVEL

GETTING THERE

The hotel is 23 miles from Orlando International Airport (MCO). For transportation options between the airport and The Manchester Grand Hyatt, visit the Orlando International Airport Transportation page.

Parking

Parking

Overnight valet parking is currently $61 per day plus tax. Self-parking is $40 per day plus tax.

 Weather

Weather

In February, temperatures will range from highs in the 70s to lows in the 50s.

Attire

Attire

Recommended attire for NAED events is business casual. 

   
 
NAED POLICIES

EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY:

  • Cancellations received by NAED prior to January 20, 2027 will be charged a processing fee of $250 per registrant cancelled. To cancel, registrants (or their delegates) would select “My registrations” from their profile page, select the event and person they wish to cancel, and select “Cancel”.
  • Substitutions received in writing will be accepted at any time at events@naed.org.
  • Registrants who do not show or fail to cancel by January 20, 2027 will not be eligible for a refund.

 

HOTEL CANCELLATION POLICY:

  • Cancellations received prior to January 20, 2027 will not incur a charge.
  • Registrants who do not show or fail to cancel by January 20, 2027 will be charged for two hotel nights. 

 

MEETING & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY POLICY:

NAED is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all meeting attendees. Therefore, NAED has zero tolerance for any form of discrimination or harassment, including but not limited to sexual harassment by participants or our staff at our meetings. No concern is too small – if you see something, say something. The full policy is available at https://www.naed.org/meeting-safety-responsibility

 

 
 
UPCOMING NAED EVENTS

2027 Events:


2028 Events:

  • 2028 NAED Western Conference: Jan. 10-12, 2028 (San Diego, CA)
  • 2028 NAED Eastern Conference: Feb. 7-9, 2028 (Houston, TX)
  • 2028 NAED National Meeting: May 9-11, 2028 (Hollywood, FL)
  • 2028 NAED Women In Industry Forum: June 5-8, 2028


2029 Events:

  • 2029 NAED Western Conference: Jan. 22-24, 2029 (Palm Desert, CA)
  • 2029 NAED Eastern Conference: Feb. 12-14, 2029 (Austin, TX)
  • 2029 NAED Women In Industry Forum: June 18-21


2030 Events:

  • 2030 NAED Eastern Conference: Feb. 11-13, 2030 (Atlanta, GA)
  • 2030 NAED Women In Industry Forum: June 10-13, 2030


2031 Events:

  • 2031 NAED Eastern Conference: Feb. 24-26, 2031 (Orlando, FL)

 

   
 
CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Show your support for NAED and the industry by becoming a corporate partner.

All corporate partnership opportunities are customized to meet the goals and objectives of your organization. Your custom package will be designed to meet those goals and your budget. Submit your email address for more information.