FAQs

The 2025 HBA Annual Conference will be held 29 September – 1 October at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV. 

As a member-driven organization, HBA’s Annual conference delivers what members seek: leadership development, global networking, recognition, and a link to its nearly 50-year legacy.  

HBA members and employees of our Corporate Partners are invited to attend.  

Not an HBA member? No problem! We've made it easy for you and you can add an annual membership to your conference registration.  

Our yearly gathering brings together industry peers, colleagues, and influencers at all stages of their careers to build business connections for a sustainable leadership advantage, learn from industry leaders to broaden perspective, and develop actionable insights.  

Provided meals are buffet-style functions which will allow you to select foods to meet your needs. Dietary restrictions will be collected during the registration process. Email us to communicate any ADA needs. Dietary restrictions and ADA needs that are not communicated by 22 August 2025 cannot be guaranteed accommodation.   

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Registration for the 2025 HBA Annual Conference will open 26 June 2025.  

View our registration rates here. Be sure to register early to take advantage of savings.  

No, only full conference registrations are available.    

Confirmed registrants may cancel and receive a full refund (minus a $225/€212 administrative fee) until 12 September 2025. A completed cancellation form must be received no later than 12 September 2025. Registrants who do not cancel by 12 September 2025 and do not attend will be responsible for the full registration fee. If a portion of your registration fee is covering HBA membership dues ($249/€230), that portion is nonrefundable per the HBA refund policy. 

Confirmed registrants may transfer their registration by 12 September 2025. A completed substitution form must be received no later than 12 September 2025. Substitutions made after 12 September 2025 and through 1 October 2025 are subject to a $175/€165 administrative fee. Substitution to a nonmember will require paid membership to the HBA in addition to the substitution fee. If a portion of your registration fee is covering HBA membership dues ($249/€230), that portion is nonrefundable and nontransferable per the HBA refund policy. 

No, the 2025 HBA Annual Conference is not a virtual event. After conclusion of conference, #HBAAC25 registrants will have access to all keynote and breakout sessions via HBA Academy. A notification will be provided once recordings are available. 

If you are interested in presenting a micro-session in the Empowerment Zone, submit an HBA Talks session proposals by 30 June 2025

The United States has diverse entry requirements based on your origin and travel method, so plan ahead to ensure you have all necessary documentation. Click here for more information on business travel into the United States. 

The 2025 Annual Conference will be held at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Book your lodging at the HBA’s guaranteed best rate of $294/night (plus $45/night resort fee and applicable state and local taxes). The deadline to make hotel reservations in the block is 5 September 2025. 

The Las Vegas area is served by the Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). Purchase your air travel with Delta Airlines or United Airlines and receive discounted pricing.