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EMBAC - 2026 Conference

Registration is now open for the 2026 EMBAC Conference, set for October 11-14 in Los Angeles, California.

EMBAC welcomes both members and non-members who are interested in joining EMBAC to its annual conference.

Both members and non-members will use the EMBAC member portal for registration. You may register and pay by credit card from a secure site or select pay by invoice.

Special incentives

EMBAC offers an economic incentive for early registration: Members who register online and pay before the early registration deadline of 9 PM Pacific Standard Time (PST), Saturday, August 15, can save $300 off the conference registration fee.

  • The 2026 EMBAC Conference registration fee is $1,495 for academic members. As an academic member, if you register by the early bird deadline of August 15, 2026, you pay $1,195 to attend, saving $300.
  • Academic non-members pay $2,195 in conference fees, regardless of when they register.
  • NOTE: Your conference registration includes breakfast on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and lunch on Monday and Tuesday. There is an extra $75 fee for paying by wire.

Conference cancellation policy

Full conference fees will be refunded if cancellation is received in writing no later than August 22, 2026. No refunds will be granted after that time or for "no shows."

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

Don’t forget to make your hotel reservations at the conference’s venue, the Biltmore Los Angeles, 506 South Grand Avenue. One of the first greatest hotels in the western U.S., the Biltmore features stunning architecture, as well as historic and current connections to the film industry that include hosting the first Academy Awards and serving as a popular filming location—past and present—for movies and series.

Plan to reserve your hotel room early. EMBAC’s hotel room rate of $230 per night, plus taxes and charges, is available only until the EMBAC block of rooms fills, or until September 18, whichever comes first.

Make your reservations here.

If you experience difficulties making your sleeping room reservation, please contact Linda Thompson.

HOTEL CANCELLATION POLICY

Reservations must be canceled 72 hours before arrival to avoid penalty.

Access the online conference registration with the following links:

By registering for this event, you agree to EMBAC policies.

Schedule overview

An early, broad overview of conference events by day can help you plan your conference experience. Look for a full schedule in the months to come.

SUNDAY, October 11
8 AM-5 PM / Directors Program (Optional)
Evening / Opening Reception

MONDAY-TUESDAY, October 12-13
Morning / General and Plenary Sessions
Afternoon / Concurrent Sessions

WEDNESDAY, October 14
Morning / Plenary Session
Noon / Conference Adjournment