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Know Before You Go

NOV 2-5, 2025  MIAMI

We are excited to welcome you to the 2025 NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange in Miami!

This page provides everything you need to know to ensure you have a seamless experience. Please review the quick links below:


Badge Pickup Information

You can pick your badge up at the following times/locations:

Saturday, November 1
Miami Beach Convention Center - West Lobby
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. ET

Sunday, November 2
Miami Beach Convention Center - West Lobby
7:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. ET

Monday, November 3
Miami Beach Convention Center - West Lobby
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ET

Tuesday, November 4
Miami Beach Convention Center - West Lobby
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ET

Wednesday, November 5
Miami Beach Convention Center - West Lobby
7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ET

Sponsor Badges: 
Available in the Sponsor Lounge (Lincoln Road Room A-C) beginning Saturday, November 1, from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET and throughout conference hours.

Exhibitor Badges:
 Available in the Exhibitor Office (Hall A) beginning Sunday, November 2, from 6:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. ET and during regular Exhibit Hall hours.

Please Note:
  • We are printing the first name in large print above your full name, so attendees can more easily read your name when walking up for introductions.
  • If your registration changes or you need to purchase another registration, you will need to do so at the Georgia World Congress Center - International Lounge.
  • Be sure to wear your badge as you will need your badge scanned to enter each session room, meal function, and reception.

Agenda and Conference Mobile App

Start planning your conference experience today!

Although the agenda can be found on the conference website, the most up-to-date information will always be found in the conference mobile app. Plus, you can start to add sessions to your personalized agenda within the app!

Download: Apple Store | Google Play

 

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Please Note:

  • Be sure to show up early to each session as seating is limited.
  • Be sure to wear your badge as you will need your badge scanned to enter each session room, meal function, and reception.
  • Networking breakfasts have been replaced with Fresh Connections, which includes whole fruit, coffee (regular and decaf), and hot tea. Please plan ahead to grab breakfast on your own if you’d like a full meal.
  • Networking lunches are full buffets.
  • The Sunday and Monday receptions feature open beer/wine bars and a cash liquor bar.
  • Exhibitor Boxed Lunches will be available at the back of the Exchange in the exhibit hall on Monday and Tuesday, beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET

Restroom Accessibility

The Miami Beach Convention Center provides fully accessible restrooms for all attendees, including men’s, women’s, and all-gender/family facilities. All restrooms are ADA-compliant to ensure comfort and convenience for everyone.

Conference Attire

 
Business or business casual is recommended for all sessions.
  • Welcome Reception and Evening Networking Events: Smart casual
  • Awards Ceremony: Black-tie optional

Don't Miss Your Chance to Join Opportunity Accelerator 2025 (OA25)

 
Join us Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m., for an afternoon of bold ideas, real opportunities, and the kind of connections that will move your business forward.

Start Strong. Build Momentum. Leave Transformed.
Each year, before the NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange,  the NMBEIC hosts the Opportunity Accelerator—a high-impact event that has been inspiring attendees for more than a decade.

Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas, partnerships, or a new perspective—this is where your conference journey begins. Register Today!

Transportation and Exploring Miami

Shuttle service will be available with buses running every 15-20 minutes. Please consult the schedule.

On your free Tuesday night, we have some resources to help you explore while in Miami:

WITH THE SUPPORT OF THE MIAMI BEACH VISITOR AND CONVENTION AUTHORITY.
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Community Services - Giving Back

 
As part of our tradition of giving back to the communities that host us, we’re excited to support Overtown Youth Center (OYC) Miami, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth and families through education, mentorship, and opportunity.
 
Join fellow attendees in assembling 1,500 school supply kits to help equip students for success and inspire the next generation of leaders.
 
Location:
Miami Beach Convention Center – West Lobby, Hallway outside of the Sponsor Lounge
 
Schedule:
  • Monday, November 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, November 4 | 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, November 5 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Together, we can make a meaningful difference, one backpack at a time.

Play The Scavenger Hunt at The Exchange!

Join us for Incheq's Floor-Wide Scavenger Hunt at the 2025 NMSDC Annual Conference & Exchange!

Be among the first 100 participants each day for a chance to win prizes, including a free 2026 conference registration and a tablet/iPad!

To get started, simply download the Incheq app, and visit Incheq’s Booth #1744, to sign up and begin! 

Download the Incheq app for:

Social Sharing and Community Forum

 
We want to hear about your experience onsite, the new connections you make, and the insights you gain. Don't forget to tag @NMSDCHQ and use the official conference hashtags #NMSDCConference #NavigatingOurNewEconomy #TheExchange when sharing on social media.
 
You can also join the Community Forum inside the mobile app, a private space for attendees to post updates, photos, and discussion threads.

Have Questions?

We are here to help! Please contact us at events@nmsdc.org or visit the conference website for additional information.

Safe travels, and get ready to connect, collaborate, and chart a bold path forward as we navigate our new economy in Miami!