ESD is going to IMEX America 2026

Explore Your Professional Development Opportunities

Whether you're a student looking to build your career or a faculty member supporting the next generation of hospitality and tourism professionals, there are exciting opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.

With a variety of professional development programs available, students can discover experiences that align with their interests, majors, and career goals. Advisors and faculty are encouraged to explore these opportunities alongside their students.

Use the guide below to discover educational programs and experiences designed to complement your studies in Hospitality and Tourism—and take the next step toward your future career.

Here is a preliminary schedule-at-a-glance, the ESD programming portions are subject to change.   

Tuesday, 13 October 2026
UNLV’s William F. Harrah College of Hospitality
8:00 AM to 12:30 PM – breakfast, UNLV presentation, and industry panel
2:00 PM Property Tour (The Palms) (TBD)

4:00 – 5:00 PM MPI Booth Member Meet up (separate registration)

Wednesday, 14 October 2026
7:00 AM – IMEX Fun Run (separate registration) / ESD Point of Contact, Stacey Smith [email protected]

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM IMEX Future Leaders Forum (invite only, spots are filled)

Thursday, 15 October 2026
9:30 AM – 1:00 PM IMEX Future Leaders Forum (invite only, spots are filled)

To participate:

If other ESD faculty members/students are interested, please contact us to initiate a plan to get the faculty members/students together for some of these opportunities. 

ESD EVENTS- REGISTER FOR FREE TODAY!

Remember! You will need to register for IMEX too!

Here is the link:

IMEX America | Register to Attend IMEX America

Is it your first time attending IMEX America?

First Time Guide to IMEX America

ESD Chapter Leaders / Faculty at IMEX / ESD Programming