Activities
Nurture your World Conference experience by engaging in these growth-focused activities. All are included with the Full, Education Only, Business Session Access, Retired, and CMAA Fellow registration packages, but they may require an additional enrollment action.
Cast Your Vote
It’s time to select the 2026 CMAA Board of Directors. Make time to cast your vote on site and learn about your candidates before heading to the polls. No registration is required, but voter eligibility will be verified on site.
Get Oriented with First-Timers Orientation and Social
Presented in Partnership with Jonas, a CMAA Strategic Partner
Tuesday, February 17, 9:00 a.m. and 5:15 p.m.
Is this your first World Conference? We’ve got you covered, Newbee! Gain insights into maximizing your experience and grow new connections with two events designed just for you. Schedule your arrival to ensure you attend the First-Timer Orientation on Tuesday, February 17, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Later in the day, re-connect with fellow Newbees at the Social beginning at 5:15 p.m. No advance registration is required.
Grow Your Career
Avail yourself of Career Services including complimentary one-on-one Coaching sessions and on-site job boards featuring a multitude of jobs.
Sign up for Coaching sessions will be available in January 2026.
Connect with the Next Generation
Career Opportunities and Networking Showcase
Attend the Career Opportunities and Networking Showcase at the Club Business Expo (Thursday, February 19, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.) to connect with CMAA Student attendees and interact with the next generation of club industry leaders. No registration is required for student attendees, but tables can be pre-reserved to showcase your club’s opportunities.
Table reservations will open in January 2026.
[NEW!] Student Chapter Showcase
Explore the innovation and energy of CMAA’s Student Chapters at this interactive Student Chapter Showcase (Friday, February 20, from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.)! Student and Faculty members will share their Chapter’s most impactful initiatives and experiences while creating opportunities to connect with alumni and club managers. Whether you’re an alumnus looking to reconnect or an industry professional eager to engage with rising talent, this is another World Conference opportunity to build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and support the next generation of club management leaders. No advance registration is required.
Conference Mentorship Program
Participate in the Conference Mentorship Program, matching seasoned professionals with newer managers and CMAA student members. To learn more about being a mentor, indicate your interest on your World Conference registration, and the CMAA National Headquarters Team will be in touch with further details.
Career Connections Lunch
Sign up for the Career Connections Lunch (formerly the Student/Mentor Lunch) on February 19, from 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. This is your opportunity to share your insights, tips, and best practices in club management while making meaningful connections with the next generation of professionals, CMAA Student Members. Your experience and guidance can help shape their career journeys and inspire their path forward. Please Note: This is separate from the Conference Mentorship Program. Space is limited to the first 50 registrants and there is a minimal cost for lunch. Select and register for this lunch during the World Conference registration process!
Cultivate Your Own Conversation with Open Space
Designed to grow from the interests of participants, Open Space offers fertile ground for collaboration in a casual and inclusive setting. Plant the seed by proposing a topic, framing a discussion question, and inviting fellow professionals to join the dialogue. Secure a 30-minute slot to nurture fresh ideas and cultivate meaningful connections throughout the World Conference.
Open space signups will be available in January 2026.
Prefer to join a conversation already in bloom? Browse the Conference App and add these thoughtfully curated discussions to your schedule. No registration is required to attend.
Plant Seeds of Inspiration with the Idea Fair
Spotlight your club’s best ideas when you participate in the Idea Fair. Enter your club’s best concepts across numerous operational categories including events, holiday programs, staff management and incentives, membership development, cost/time-saving concepts, internships, and more. Entries are due by January 16, 2026. On site, browse aisles and aisles of inspiring, club-tested ideas and harvest your club’s next great offering.
