113th Anniversary Education Conference & Annual Meeting

Participate in excellent sessions with top-notch speakers and network with other industry professionals from around the region. Don't miss the Hall of Fame induction, Vendor Showcase, and the President's Dinner.

Schedule of Events

Monday, March 2, 2026

Time	Session Information
1:00-3:00pm	Northeast Attractions Tech Connect Meet leading POS providers, explore new tools for ticketing, food & beverage, retail, memberships, and payments, and see how operators across the Northeast are improving speed, reporting, and guest experience. Come compare, ask questions, and find the right-fit system for your venue. Reach out to your contact at Intercard, Gateway Ticketing Systems, or Semnox for more information.
3:00-5:00pm	Cyber Security and Risk Mitigation Presented by Nelda Cronin, Esq. has over 20 years of insurance claim experience with Travelers, the last 7 dealing exclusively with cyber crime Computers! Can’t live with them. . . and you really can’t prosper without them. This will be a plain-language discussion about common-sense risk management and mitigation. We’ll discuss the most common attacks and scams. You’ll see how some changes in internal operations have a major effect on deterring or minimizing losses. We’ll be demonstrating a one-page Incident Response plan can help maintain operations in the event of an attack. We’ll talk about how to get the help you need and BE the help you need to prevent losses.
6:00pm	NEAAPA President's Dinner

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Time	Session Information
8:00-9:30am	Breakfast
9:00-10:20am	Education Session - Getting out of the Experimental Phase with AI Presented by Kevin McNulty of NetWeaveSocial.com This session explores transitioning from the experimental to the operational use of generative AI in business. Discover strategies for integration, establishing AI policy, scaling AI initiatives, and real-world examples of AI driving innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage. Learn how to leverage AI to become a force multiplier for your attraction.
10:20-10:40am	Morning Break & Refreshments
10:40am-12:00pm	Roundtable Topic Discussions Meet with colleagues from around the region for informal discussions. Topics to include Advocacy, Safety, Staffing, Operations, Food & Beverage, Live Entertainment, and Marketing.
12:00-1:00pm	Lunch and Board of Directors Meeting Enjoy a buffet lunch and attend a Board of Directors Meeting
1:00-2:20pm	Education Session - Keeping Up with HR Compliance Presented by Kevin Joly of EANE - Employer's Association of the NorthEast HR compliance is rapidly changing and evolving and it can be difficult for employers to stay on top of the latest regulations. In every phase of the employment life cycle, employers should be aware of the state and federal laws that govern HR processes. Join us as EANE’s Kevin Joly discusses key areas of focus for employers and strategies to reduce liability in our people practices.
2:20-2:40pm	Afternoon Break & Refreshments
2:40-4:00pm	Education Session - Building the NEAAPA Academy & Leading the Next Generation *Presented by Taryn Bolduc & Cheryl Salazar of High Road Management Training* Join NEAAPA and High Road Management Training for a hands-on, real-talk session built for operators who want training that actually works. We will walk through the first front-line and supervisor videos created for the NEAAPA Academy, get your honest feedback, and decide together what topics should come next to make your life easier and your teams stronger. Then we will shift into a practical conversation about leading the Gen Z workforce, moving past the stereotypes to talk about what really motivates them, how to earn buy-in, and how to build a culture that drives accountability, retention, and performance. You will leave with ideas you can implement right away.
5:00pm	NEAAPA Vendor Showcase & Annual Meeting Reception Meet with the sponsors and speakers of the Education Conference & Annual Meeting
7:00pm	Annual Meeting Dinner Annual Business Meeting including the election of Officers & Directors, NEAAPA Awards presentation, and the Hall of Fame Inductions of Joel Golder and Bob Nowak.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Time	Session Information
8:00-10:00am	NEAAPA President's Breakfast

Registration Options

NEAAPA Education Conference & Annual Meeting Dinner - March 2-4, 2026
Attend NEAAPA Education Conference Sessions on Monday, March 2 followed by a reception and dinner at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. On Tuesday, March 3, attend the NEAAPA Education Conference sessions, a NEAAPA Board of Directors meeting, Vendor Showcase, and Annual Meeting Dinner including Hall of Fame inductions on Tuesday, with breakfast on Wednesday. Includes meals and networking events (breakfast on Tuesday and Wednesday; lunch on Tuesday; receptions on Monday and Tuesday; dinner on Tuesday)
IAAPA & NEAAPA Members and State Government Officials: $449.00 per person
Non-members: $549.00 per person

Annual Meeting Dinner including Cocktails / Hors d'oeuvres on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 only
Attend the NEAAPA Annual Meeting Dinner and Reception
IAAPA & NEAAPA Members and State Government Officials: $149.00 per person
Non-members: $199.00 per person

Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel
Immerse yourself in New Hampshire's Seacoast hotel at Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire, our hotel places you near many of the area's prominent destinations, including Jenness State Beach, the University of New Hampshire, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and Prescott Park. Make time for a delicious meal at Two-Fifty Market or order from our full room service menu. Maintain your exercise regimen with a workout in our fitness center or indoor pool. At the end of your day, retreat to our spacious hotel rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi, plush bedding, mini-refrigerators and work desks. Expect an exceptional stay at our downtown Portsmouth, NH hotel, Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel.

Book Your Hotel Room
or you can call 888-627-7138 and refer to the NEAAPA Room Block
Room Block Closes on Friday, February 6, 2026