2026 Winter State Policy Conference

2026 Winter State Policy Conference

2026 Winter State Policy Conference

New Orleans
WSWA’s Winter State Policy Conference Returns for 2026 in New Orleans!

November 16 - 18, 2026

Join us in New Orleans for this can’t miss event as our industry’s premier thought leaders gather to discuss the political, legislative, and legal issues facing America’s family-owned wholesalers.

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New Orleans
Registration is Open!

Who should attend? WSWA wholesaler members, state association leadership, government affairs consultants, and regulatory staff are encouraged to attend.

Attendees
Member Registration Rate: $750
Hotel Room Rate (per night): $259 + taxes per night
Please note you will be prompted to reserve your hotel accommodations in our room block when you register for this meeting. The hotel room deadline is October 27.

Agenda

Monday, November 16, 2026

Facilitated Breakouts

Begin your WSPC experience with facilitated roundtable discussions on the key issues facing our industry. Each roundtable will open with an introductory presentation on the issue to level set the discussion before participants share successful strategies, lessons learned, and ideas that can be adapted in statehouses across the country during next year’s legislative session.

Once you register, you will receive an email to choose the breakout issues you wish to participant. 

Audubon, Esplanade, Lakeview

Reception & Dinner

The Ritz Carlton | Mercier Terrace & Courtyard
Tuesday, November 17, 2026

Wellness Walk

Start the day with an energizing wellness walk through the French Quarter. This casual morning activity offers attendees a chance to get moving, enjoy the sights of New Orleans, and connect with fellow WSPC participants before the day’s programming begins.

Through the French Quarter

Breakfast

Algiers

Welcome & Introductions

Audubon

Facilitated Breakouts

Continue your WSPC roundtable experience with facilitated discussions that build on Monday’s conversations. Each session will begin with a brief presentation or recap to reframe the issue before participants share additional strategies, lessons learned, and actionable ideas for next year’s legislative session.

Algiers, Audubon, Esplanade

Lunch and Cocktail Tasting

Algiers

What's Next: WSWA Updates & State Policy Roundup

Close out the conference with a look at what's ahead. Hear updates on WSWA's key advocacy priorities, member programs, resources, and upcoming initiatives before joining a collaborative state policy roundup, where attendees will share recent legislative and regulatory developments from their home states. The session concludes with an open forum to discuss emerging issues, ask questions, and identify opportunities to stay engaged throughout the year.

Audubon

WSWA Cocktail Hour

Dinner

Cochon | 930 Tchoupitoulas St Ste A, New Orleans, LA
Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Networking Breakfast

Algiers

Departures

Meetings and Events Contacts
Kari Langerman
Senior Vice President, Meetings and Events
202.243.7516
Lisa Koenig
Senior Director, Meetings and Events
301.346.0674
Molly Fontaine
Director, Sales and Business Development
202.243.7510