Schedule at a Glance

EPIC26 is more than a conference—it’s a community of professionals who get it. It’s where your peers become collaborators, your ideas find momentum, and your passion for procurement is met with equal enthusiasm. Over four unforgettable days, you’ll have countless opportunities to connect—with new colleagues, industry partners, and longtime friends who share your drive to make a difference in higher education procurement.

From after-hours socials and themed receptions to casual meetups and spontaneous hallway conversations, EPIC26 creates the perfect blend of professional networking and genuine fun. Whether you’re the one sparking conversation, capturing the moment for social media, or simply enjoying the atmosphere, you’ll find your place here.

The connections don’t stop when the conference ends. Join the conversation on social media, engage in the NAEP Circle community, and download the EPIC app to stay in the loop. Keep the ideas flowing, the conversations going, and the relationships growing—your EPIC journey starts now!
 

SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026

4:00 PM TO 6:00 PM Regional Leaders Meeting
7:00 PM TO 10:00 PM Volunteer Appreciation Event

SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2026

4:30 PM TO 5:00 PM District Meetings
5:15 PM TO 6:30 PM Opening Keynote
6:30 PM TO 9:30 PM Welcome Event

MONDAY, MARCH 30, 2026

9:00 AM TO 10:00 AM Featured Session & Breakfast
10:00 AM TO 12:30 PM Concurrent Sessions & Workshops
12:30 PM TO 2:00 PM National Awards Luncheon
2:15 PM TO 3:15 PM Concurrent Sessions & Workshops
3:30 PM TO 5:30 PM Exhibit Hall and Happy Hour
5:30 PM TO 9:00 PM Choose Your Own Evening in San Diego

TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2025

7:00 AM TO 8:00 AM Mindful Morning (Sip & Walk, Yoga)
9:00 AM TO 10:00 AM Featured Session & Breakfast
10:00 AM TO 12:00 PM Exhibit Hall
12:00 PM TO 1:00 PM Featured Session & Lunch
1:30 PM TO 2:30 PM Concurrent Sessions & Workshops
2:45 PM TO 3:15 PM Choose to Connect Sessions
3:30 PM TO 4:30 PM Concurrent Sessions & Workshops
6:00 PM TO 10:00 PM Host Event

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025

9:00 AM TO 10:30 AM Breakfast & Closing Keynote