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Registration Now Open for Partners in Progress 2026

Join us in Orlando to meet fellow professionals and learn about what is next in our industry!

for the 2026 Partners in Progress Conference (PINP) at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin in Orlando, Florida on February 16-18, 2026.

Secure your spot to connect with industry experts, peers, and union leaders through engaging sessions, networking, and shared learning.

Secure your spot to connect with industry experts, peers, and union leaders through engaging sessions, networking, and shared learning.

This must-attend event brings Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú contractors and chapter executives together with labor leaders to explore strategies, build partnerships, and shape the industry’s future.

Meet the Inspirational Keynote Speakers:

Melissa Stockwell is a three-time World Champion, two-time U.S. Paralympian, 2016 Paralympic Bronze Medalist, and an American war hero who has triumphed over personal tragedy to achieve greatness and World Champion status. She has dedicated her life to chasing remarkable accomplishments while giving back to others, particularly those who face challenges similar to her own. She is also a level 1 certified triathlon coach and co-founder of the Dare2tri Paratriathlon Club, helping others with disabilities enjoy the sport of triathlon.

Mike Massimino is a former NASA Astronaut, a New York Times bestselling author, a Columbia University professor, and a television personality. A spacewalker on the final two Hubble Space Telescope servicing missions, Mike and his crews traveled faster (Mach 26) and higher (350 miles) than any other astronauts in the 21st century. Mike performed the most intricate repair ever attempted in space. In Mike’s new book, Moonshot: A NASA Astronaut’s Guide to Achieving the Impossible, he distills stories and insights from NASA into an actionable guide to accomplish your biggest goals. 


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