2026 SWANA FL Summer Conference
Dates
07/19/2026 - 07/21/2026
Location
Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane
Orlando, FL 32821
The premier solid waste conference and tradeshow in the Southeast, the SWANA FL 2026 Summer Conference, will take place July 19–21, 2026, at Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida.
Join industry professionals from across the region for three days of connection, education, and inspiration. From innovative ideas to meaningful partnerships and real-world solutions, this year’s conference is designed to move the industry forward. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn continuing education hours, explore the latest products and services in the exhibit hall, and engage with some of the brightest minds in solid waste.
Set against the backdrop of one of Orlando’s premier resort destinations, this is your chance to combine professional growth with a dynamic and energizing atmosphere. Make plans to join your colleagues and experience The Sunshine State of Solid Waste.
Event Description: This multi-day conference will include general sessions on best practices in the solid waste management profession, an exhibit hall, networking events, and more.
Who Should Attend: Local, state and municipal government solid waste directors, managers, regulators, operators and coordinators; in addition to private sector consulting engineers and suppliers of materials and equipment used in the management of solid waste.
Preliminary Schedule of Events (updated 4.15.26)
| REGISTRATION FEES | Received by June 19, 2026 |
Received after June 19, 2026 |
SWANA Members:
| Full Conference – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday | $425 | $475 |
| Single Day – Monday | $325 | $375 |
| Single Day – Tuesday | $275 | $325 |
| Exhibitor (includes 8’ x 10’ booth & 1 full conference registration) | $925 | $975 |
Non Members:
| Full Conference – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday | $575 | $625 |
| Single Day – Monday | $425 | $475 |
| Single Day – Tuesday | $375 | $425 |
| Exhibitor (includes 8’ x 10’ booth & 1 full conference registration) | $1125 | $1175 |
Other:
| Speaker – Full Conference – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday | $375 | $425 |
| Speaker – Single Day – Monday | $275 | $325 |
| Speaker – Single Day – Tuesday | $225 | $275 |
| Young Professional (under 35), Retired Member and Regulatory Agency | $350 | $400 |
| Student | Complimentary | |
Join SWANA and save! One of the benefits of membership is discounted conference registration. Members pay only $425 for full conference registration. That’s $150 off the early-bird fee! Click HERE for membership details and sign up today.
MEALS
Full conference registration includes welcome reception on Sunday; breakfast, lunch and dinner on Monday; and breakfast and lunch on Tuesday. Single day registration includes meals scheduled on that day only.
EXHIBIT HALL
8’ x 10’ booths are available to showcase your products and/or services. Each exhibit registration includes one full-conference registration. Booths are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Take advantage of this opportunity to network with Florida’s solid waste directors, managers, engineers, consultants and other decision makers.
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Note: The registration deadline for exhibitors to be included in participant materials is June 26, 2026.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
By actively supporting this event, your organization will benefit by strengthening its prominence as a leader in the solid waste industry, by enhancing your product awareness, by increasing your brand recognition and by increasing your sales and marketing outreach capabilities.
Click here for sponsorship details.
Note: The registration deadline for sponsors to be included in participant materials is June 26, 2026. Conference registration is only included with the $4,000+ sponsorship packages. If you plan to attend the conference, and are not selecting one of those exclusive sponsorships, please register separately.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Hotel Information: The SWANA FL 2026 Summer Conference will be held at Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek. A block of rooms is available for participants who wish to stay over. To make your reservation, click HERE or contact the hotel directly at 1-800-445-8667 to receive the discounted rate of $219 per night (plus a $15 resort fee). Be sure to mention Group Code HSFC to receive this great rate, which is available until June 27, 2026. Reserve your room today!
Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek
14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane
Orlando, FL 32821
Self-parking has been discounted to $25 per day for our group.
SCAM WARNING: It has been brought to our attention that unauthorized hotel/travel solicitations are being sent to many of our members. These solicitations are not endorsed by or affiliated with SWANA FL, and these companies have no approval to represent themselves as such. Please only book directly with Signia by Hilton Bonnet Creek. Email info@swanafl.org if you receive or have any questions regarding an unfamiliar solicitation.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Attendees can earn PDHs toward their SWANA recertification and CEUs toward State of Florida continuing education requirements for operators by attending the conference. Professional Engineers will also have the opportunity to earn continuing education course hours. Please be sure to stop by the registration desk for the necessary paperwork.
GUEST MEAL TICKETS
Guest meal tickets are available for the Sunday welcome reception ($50), Monday lunch ($50), Monday dinner ($75) and Tuesday lunch ($50). Tickets can be purchased during the online registration process.
REFUND POLICY
Refunds, less $25 processing fee, will be issued upon receipt of written request by July 3, 2026. Due to meal guarantees, no refunds will be issued after July 3, 2026, and we will invoice for no-shows who do not cancel by July 3, 2026. Please email requests for refunds and cancellations to info@swanafl.org.
