1:00 pm – 6:00 pm     Registration Open

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm     Executive Committee Meeting (invite only)

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm     Executive Committee and Committee Chairs Meeting (invite only)

8am shotgun start. Breakfast, lunch and 2 drink tickets included. Additional fee applies.

7:00 am – 2:00 pm     Golf Outing

Steele Canyon Golf Club is one of San Diego’s finest golf clubs with a 27-hole championship golf course designed by Gary Player, one of history’s greatest golfers. He designed Steele Canyon with great respect and appreciation for the natural beauty of the terrain.

Since opening for play, Steele Canyon has been celebrated as one of California’s most exciting golf courses. From the dramatic elevation changes of the Canyon nine to the subtle nuances of the Vineyard nine and the total seclusion of the Ranch nine, any combination will make for a wonderful day of golf. As a recipient of Golf Digest’s prestigious “4-½ Star Award” and more recently a City Beat News Spectrum Award winner, Steele Canyon Golf Club has been nationally recognized as one of Southern California’s best publicly accessible golf courses.

6:15am – 7am – Transportation to Steele Canyon Golf Club.
7:00am – 7:50am – Breakfast provided
8:00am – Shotgun start.
– Lunch and 2 drink tickets provided.
1:00pm – 2:00pm – Transportation back to Gaylord Texan.

1:00 pm – 4:00 pm     Flexco Welcome Reception

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm     Committee Meetings (invite only)

6:30 pm– 8:30 pm     President’s Reception (invite only)

6:30 am – 8:00 am     5K Fun Run/Walk

Whether you’re a walker, casual runner, or serious speed demon, NIBA’s Fun Run/Walk is an energizing way to start your Wednesday! During this friendly race you will along the marina embarcadero. Additional fee applies.

8:45 am – 11:45 am   USS Midway Docent Tour

Step aboard the USS Midway Museum, the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century. Enjoy a private docent-led tour exploring the flight deck, hangar deck, and below-deck areas. Knowledgeable guides—many with Navy or military backgrounds—bring the ship’s history to life with firsthand insights. After the tour, take time to explore on your own and capture this unforgettable San Diego experience. Transportation Included. Additional fee applies.

9:00 am – 11:00 am   International Program

New this year: A dedicated program highlighting global perspectives within the industry. This session brings together international member companies while remaining open to all attendees, creating a valuable forum for insight, connection, and knowledge exchange. Included with all registration types, but please select for headcount.

11:15 am – 2:00 pm   Gaslamp Foodie Tour

Immerse yourself in the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, once San Diego’s historic underbelly and now a lively dining and entertainment district. Begin at the iconic Gaslamp sign as your guide shares stories of the area’s past, bringing its historic buildings to life. Along the way, enjoy stops at three restaurants for food and drink tastings, plus a sweet dessert finale. This popular tour satisfies both your appetite and your curiosity. Additional fee applies.

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm    Independent Distributor Meet-Up

Join other independent distributors for a special reception intended for meaningful interactions, open dialogue, shared insights, and relationship-building. Included with all registration types, but please select for headcount.

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm     Women of NIBA Reception

Join a dynamic community of women leaders from across the belting industry for a dedicated session focused on connection, shared experiences, and leadership development. Included with all registration types, but please select for headcount.

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm     New Member/First Timer Reception

New NIBA members since last year’s Convention, along with first-time attendees, are invited to a private reception prior to the Opening Event. Connect with NIBA’s leadership, learn more about the organization, discover ways to get involved. Included with all registration types, but please select for headcount.

7:00 pm – 9:00 pm     Opening Dinner Event

Kick off the 2026 NIBA Annual Convention with local flavors and toast to a memorable Convention ahead. Included with all registration types, but please select for headcount.

9:00 pm – 10:30 pm   Young Leaders After Party

If you are under 45, you’re invited to wrap up the day with a lively after party designed just for young leaders. Enjoy interactive Topgolf simulator bays, drinks, friendly competition, and making new connections. Included with all registration types, but please select for headcount.

8:00 am – 9:00 am      Breakfast

9:00 am – 10:30 am    Business Meeting

All NIBA members are welcomed and encouraged to attend the NIBA Annual Business Meeting to catch up on the latest association news and strategic direction of the organization. New and outgoing volunteer leaders, as well as honorary members, and scholarship winners will also be recognized.

10:45 am – 11:45 pm  Keynote Speaker

Ryan Estis empowers individuals and organizations to leverage change as a catalyst for growth and maximize their impact by embracing a human-centered approach to sales, leadership, and life.
Attendees leave with renewed confidence, sharper skills, and practical tools to immediately elevate sales performance.

11:45 pm – 12:45 pm  Lunch

1:00 pm – 3:30 pm    Leadership Workshop

This interactive workshop equips leaders with practical tools to build high-performing, engaged teams in today’s fast-changing environment. Grounded in Human-Centered Leadership, it focuses on unlocking people’s potential through trust, psychological safety, and emotional intelligence. Participants will gain actionable strategies to improve communication, strengthen accountability, and drive results. Additional fee applies.

Ideal Audience: Mid-to senior-level leaders, managers, HR professionals, and team leaders responsible for driving performance, engagement, and culture within their organizations.

2:30 pm – 4:00 pm     Sandler Workshop: “Why Salespeople in Industrial Markets Struggle—and How Leadership Can Fix It"

Most salespeople don’t fail because they lack talent or effort— they fail because they’re relying on outdated tactics, inconsistent processes, and guesswork instead of a proven system. Whether you're an Owner, President, or VP of Sales, this session will show you how to break through common sales barriers and create a sales culture that drives consistent, profitable growth.

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm     Hospitality Hub Happy Hour 

The Hub is a dedicated social event for distributor/fabricators to meet with manufacturers. Drinks and light appetizers will be available. Open to all attendees. Manufacturers: Contact Amanda Stimart at astimart@niba.org to reserve your Hub Suite.  Spaces are limited!

7:00 pm+                   Manufacturers Hospitality Suite Night*

In keeping with tradition, this is an exclusive opportunity for Manufacturer members to concurrently host networking receptions. Please note that access to some hospitality suites is by invitation only. Manufacturers: Contact Amanda Stimart at astimart@niba.org to reserve your Hospitality Suite.

*Suite times may vary

8:00 am – 9:00 am     Breakfast

9:00 am – 1:00 pm     Expo & Closing Event

The Convention Expo is consistently rated as one of the most valuable reasons to attend the NIBA Annual Convention. In just four hours, you can connect with Manufacturer and Affiliate companies for short business meetings to inform, make decisions, and renew business relationships. No appointments are necessary.

You're invited to the Closing event to gather to celebrate a memorable convention and bid farewell to your convention peers. Drinks, light bites, and lunch will be provided. Included with all registration types, but please select for guest count.

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm      Lunch 

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm     Expo Tear Down

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm     Board Meeting (invite only)