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Ride the Waves To Success at NACAS West CX

Join us May 31–June 2 in beautiful Long Beach, California, for the 2026 NACAS West CX Conference. This dynamic, peer-led event brings together campus auxiliary leaders from across the region to share ideas, explore solutions and strengthen connections that elevate the campus experience. Designed by and for professionals like you, NACAS West CX offers engaging sessions, regional insights and collaborative opportunities that will inspire innovation and recharge your professional energy. Come connect, learn and chart your course toward continued success—right by the shore.

To discover more about this spectacular conference location, visit our Long Beach website.

Take a listen to our keynote speaker, Rachel Sheerin, who created a special message for you. 

We can’t wait for you to join us.

Venue & Lodging

The Hilton Long Beach will serve as the venue for the 2026 NACAS West CX Conference, offering exceptional comfort, convenience, and West Coast energy just minutes from Long Beach Airport. With modern guest rooms, inspiring city and harbor views, and more than 30,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, the hotel provides an ideal setting for learning, networking, and elevating auxiliary services. Attendees will enjoy premium amenities, dedicated event support, and easy access to some of Long Beach’s most celebrated attractions, from the Aquarium of the Pacific to Shoreline Village, making this year’s conference experience both productive and memorable.

Room Rates: 

Upon registration for the conference you will receive an email with the link to book your stay at the group rate of $216 per night. The deadline to reserve your stay at the group rate is April 29, 2026. 

Travel

Long Beach Airport: 15 minute drive to Hilton Long Beach.

Los Angeles International Airport: 30 minute drive to Hilton Long Beach.

Call For Programs

We are pleased to open the Call for Programs for the 2026 NACAS West CX Annual Conference! This is your chance to share your expertise, showcase innovative ideas, and highlight success stories that can inspire colleagues from across the region.

We welcome program proposals that support professional growth, strengthen operational excellence, and address the evolving landscape of auxiliary services. Sessions should engage attendees, spark meaningful discussion, and encourage collaboration across campuses.

Call For Programs Timeline:

January 11, 2026: Submission Period Opens

February 27, 2026: Submission Period Closes

March 13, 2026: Review Deadline

March 27, 2026: Notification of Decisions

Submission Categories:

  • Leadership & Professional Development – Strategies for building teams, managing change, and advancing careers.
  • Operational Excellence – Best practices in facilities, technology, finance, and service delivery.
  • Student Experience & Engagement – Enhancing student success and satisfaction through innovative programs and partnerships.
  • Innovation & Emerging Trends – New ideas, data-driven decisions, and creative approaches shaping the future of auxiliary services.

We encourage both first-time and returning presenters to participate, your insights make NACAS West stronger and more connected.

Submit a Program

Diamond Level Sponsorship $10,000+

  • Registration for up to seven (7) representatives (additional registrants at member rate).
  • Sponsorship naming of one (1) event at conference of your choice (first come, first served) of Sunday night opening event, Keynote Sessions, Tuesday night closing event, or NACAS West Hospitality Suite.
  • Conference lanyards with your company logo provided to all attendees.
  • Best placement space in Business Partner Showcase, including opportunity for interactive demo of product. We'll give you the choice to choose the preferred space.
  • Exclusive spot to present your product/service and introduce session at General Session or Keynote event (up to 5 minute commercial plug).
  • Opportunity to be given an exclusive spot in Ed Session block to present content pertinent to membership - option available if registered before March 31st.
  • Access to list of attendees prior to the conference.
  • Rotational advertisement in the conference app and on site signage.
  • One marketing email sent on your behalf to all region members - must be completed within 1 year of the date of the conference.
  • Featured placement in all conference communication materials, and listing on NACAS West website with link to business.
  • Small gift from NACAS West Board recognizing contribution for each registrant.

Platinum Level Sponsorship $5,500-$9,999

  • Registration for up to five (5) representatives (additional registrants can be purchased at $550 per person).
  • Opportunity to boost and upgrade to next sponsorship level by means of additional conference contribution (cash or in kind) towards conference events, refreshment stations, hospitality and networking events, etc.; 75% of your total combined sponsorship in this manner will count toward overall sponsorship level to be determined by Conference Planning Team and sponsor.
  • Better space placement in Business Partner Showcase, second after Diamond Level Sponsors, including additional space for interactive demo of product - please let us know if you'll demo.
  • Recognition at one of the events at conference, including Keynote or General Sessions.
  • Access to list of attendees prior to the conference.
  • Rotational ad in the conference app and on site signage.
  • Listing on NACAS West website with link to business.
  • Recognition in on-site conference signage.
  • Small gift from NACAS West Board recognizing contribution for each registrant.
  • Recognition at one of the events at conference, including Keynote or General Sessions.

Gold Level Sponsorship $4,500-$5,499

  • Registration for up to three (3) representatives (additional registrants can be purchased at $650 per person).
  • Opportunity to boost and upgrade to next sponsorship level by means of additional conference contribution (cash or in kind) towards conference events, refreshment stations, hospitality and networking events, etc.; 50% of your total combined sponsorship in this manner will count toward overall sponsorship level to be determined by Conference Planning Team and sponsor. **This benefit can only be used to go up one Sponsorship Level (up to Platinum only).
  • Better placement in the Business Partner Showcase.
  • Recognition at one of the events at conference, including Keynote or General Sessions.
  • Access to list of attendees prior to the conference.
  • Listing on NACAS West website with link to business and in conference app.
  • Recognition in on-site conference signage.

Silver Level Sponsorship $3,000

  • Registration for up to two (2) representatives (additional registrants can be purchased at $750 per person).
  • Placement in Business Partner Showcase (usually the last on the list for placement and we start in the back of the room and go towards the front when placing Business Partners).
  • Access to list of attendees prior to the conference.
  • Listing on NACAS West website with link to business and in conference app.

Non-Exhibiting Business Partner $1,150

  • Access to the conference limited to all general sessions, keynote(s), education sessions, and evening networking events only (inclusive of the opening and closing events).
  • Does not include access to the Business Partner Showcase, and sponsorship fee grants registration for one person only. 
  • Non Exhibiting Business Partners have the option to purchase a small table for $300 to be present in the showcase. The table is where members usually sit for lunch, and has room for one Business Partner Rep. to sit at. Can be decorated by company and set out promotional materials. Four (4) tables are available to purchase, one per non-exhibiting partner, first come, first served. Email Tgsekayan@cpp.edu for purchase after registering.

Institution Non-Member Registration

Early Bird Rate: $600

Early Bird Deadline: March 30

Regular Rate: $650

Regular Rate Deadline: May 27

Institution Member Registration

Early Bird Rate: $450

Early Bird Deadline: March 30

Regular Rate: $550

Regular Rate Deadline: May 27

Retired Registration

Early Bird Rate: $250

Early Bird Deadline: March 30

Regular Rate: $300

Regular Rate Deadline: May 27

Guest Registration

Early Bird Rate: $250

Early Bird Deadline: March 30

Regular Rate: $300

Regular Rate Deadline: May 27

Institution One Day Registration

Early Bird Rate: $250

Early Bird Deadline: March 30

Regular Rate: $300

Regular Rate Deadline: May 27

Non-Member Registration Member Registration Retired Registration

Cancellation & Refund Policy 

Cancellation Received up to April 30, 2026 will be refunded minus a processing fee ($95). Cancellations received after May 1, 2026 will not receive a refund. 

Business Partner Registration

Cancellation & Refund Policy 

Cancellation Received up to April 30, 2026 will be refunded minus a processing fee. Cancellations received after May 1, 2026 will not receive a refund. 

For any questions related to business partner sponsorship, contact Thomas Sekayan at tgsekayan@cpp.edu.

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Sunday, May 31, 2026

10:00am - 2:00pm
Registration
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Welcome and General Session

 

1:30pm - 2:15pm
Town Hall with NACAS Leadership
2:30pm to 3:30pm
Education Session Block
3:45pm to 4:45pm
Education Session Block
5:00pm
Travel from Hotel to Long Beach Harbor Cruise
6:00pm -9:00pm
Long Beach Harbor Cruise Opening Event
9:00pm
Travel to Hotel from Long Beach Harbor Cruise

Monday, June 1, 2026

7:00am - 10:00am
Registration Open
7:30am - 8:45am
Breakfast
8:45am - 9:45am
Education Session Block
10:00am - 11:30am
Keynote with Rachel Sheerin
11:30am - 6:00pm
Business Partner Showcase
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Education Session Block
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Education Session Block
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Dinner on your own
8:00pm
NACAS West Karaoke - Beach Boys Theme

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

6:30am - 8:00am
Breakfast at Hotel
8:00am
Travel from Hotel to CSULB Horn Center
9:00am
Grab and Go Snacks
9:30am - 10:15am
Education Session Block
10:30am - 11:15am
Education Session Block
11:30am
Travel from Horn Center to Garden
12:00pm-12:45pm
Lunch at the Japanese Garden
12:45pm
Travel from Garden to Horn Center
1:00pm- 1:45pm
Annual Business Meeting
1:45pm - 2:45pm
Education Session Block
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Campus Tour of California State University Long Beach
4:30pm
Travel From CSULB to Hotel
6:30pm
Travel to Closing Event
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Closing Event at the Long Beach Aquarium
9:30pm
Travel from Aquarium to Hotel

*Schedule is subject to change