Connect & Emerge: Event Planning Conference
Tuesday & Wednesday, January 27-28, 8:30-3:30 p.m.
PRCC Woodall Center, Hattiesburg
Meet & Greet, January 27, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Two immersive days of connection, collaboration and inspiration.
Who is this event for?
Anyone involved in events! Event planners, suppliers and anyone with information and resources for those in the events industry. It doesn’t matter what kind of events you are involved in: corporate, weddings, festivals, social, nonprofit, or something else. Gathering our diverse events industry together can benefit us all!
What will you experience?
- Engaging sessions on the latest trends and tools
- Local chefs and caterers sharing delicious meals as well as powerful insights and inspiration
- Sponsor tables showcasing event information you can use
- Opportunities to share your business and information at our Attendee Resource Table (bring info to share!)
- Light bulb moments and serendipity as you find new ideas, inspiration, and new connections for future collaborations
- All-day hot and cold beverages, including a coffee and tea bar, to fuel your day
- A chance for you to recharge. Let us take care of you for a change!
Why is this event important?
Our mission is to connect the event planning community locally and regionally, sharing information and showcasing resources. This is important so that we can continue to produce the best events possible, while also taking care of ourselves and preventing burnout.
Meet the Organizer
Jennifer Clark is the owner of Emerge Events, a local event planning company based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, that produces events locally as well as globally. She is passionate about connecting people through events and is especially passionate about empowering and equipping others with information and resources that can make an impact on their lives and work.
“After years of producing events for others, I wanted to create something that connects and refuels the people behind the scenes.”
AGENDA
Tuesday & Wednesday, January 27-28, 2026
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Conference, including breakast, lunch, networking, sessions and more!
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Meet & Greet – Details TBA
Stay tuned for more details!
TICKETS
Tickets include:
- Breakfast and lunch with insights from our chefs and caterers
- Hot and cold beverages all day, including a hot tea and coffee bar
- General sessions and breakout sessions
- Networking opportunities
- Resources and information from our sponsor exhibitor tables
- Door prize entries
- Tickets also include the Meet & Greet on Tuesday
TICKETS
TWO-DAY TICKET – $180
ONE-DAY TICKET – $100
MEET & GREET-ONLY TICKET – $50
Register now with the code FALL to save 20%!
Group ticket discounts for 3 or more from the same business or organization.
Student discounts for full-time students.
Email Jennifer@EmergeEvents.com for group or full-time student registration.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Do you have products or services related to events? Do you want to show support for those involved in the local events industry? Your sponsorship supports this event, those attending the event and will help us all grow!
THANKS TO OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS!
BRONZE SPONSOR
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