Annual Conference

We are thrilled to announce our 46th Annual Conference & Trade Show! 

ESSAE's Annual Conference & Trade Show is the leading event for association management and meeting professionals in upstate New York. This one-day conference focuses on professional development, networking, and showcasing products and services, offering a prime opportunity to engage with key decision makers in the association and hospitality industries. Celebrate the partnership among association colleagues, meeting professionals, and exhibitors from across New York State. Don’t miss this value-packed, curated event for industry professionals!

This year's event is shaping up to be one of our best yet! There are many ways to participate.

  • Exhibitors: We will be rolling out Exhibitor registration in early 2025. Stay tuned for more information! 
  • Speakers: Are you interested in speaking at our 2025 event? Submit your proposal today!
  • Conference Attendees: We are working hard on planning an engaging and transformative program. Registration will open in early Spring. 
  • Volunteers: Would you like to be involved with conference programming, trade show development, or on-site event support? Consider volunteering for one of our committees! 

Here's a taste of last year's event!

Thank you to everyone who made our 2024 Annual Conference and Trade Show an amazing success!

Check out last year's event page, courtesy of MapDynamics. There you will find information about last year's speakers, conference agenda, education sessions, exhibitors, sponsors and attendees.

 

 

Questions? Contact:

Carrie Laney, Executive Director, ESSAE - [email protected]

Adam Jacobson, ESSAE Trade Show Committee Chair - [email protected]