2026 Signature Events Know Before You Go

We’re excited to have you join us for CRN’s 2026 Signature Events.
To help you prepare, we’ve compiled key information, event highlights, and resources for your experience. If you missed the Know Before You Go webinar, you can watch the recording here.
If you need to make any changes, use your confirmation number to manage your registration.
CRN 2026 EVENTS APP

Download the app, sponsored by Stratum Nutrition, for agenda updates, alerts on-site, and connect with your industry colleagues attending. In addition to the app, the agenda can also be viewed on the web and downloaded as a PDF for offline access.

 

Questions? Contact Gretchen Powers (gpowers@crnusa.org).

EXPLORE THE ATTENDEE LIST
Want to know who else is attending? Visit the Who's Going page to view our attendee list.

Don't see your name listed? You likely chose to keep your contact information private during registration. To update this setting, click Modify Registration and, on the first page of the registration form, update your Privacy Information. Once saved, your name will appear on the attendee list.
WEATHER & DRESS CODE
Business casual attire is recommended. We suggest dressing in layers, as hotel ballrooms can vary in temperature.
Reception attire is casual, with the following themed recommendations:
  • Tuesday Reception: Hoodie or Quarter-zip
  • Wednesday Reception: Hawaiian shirt
Participation in the themes is optional, so please feel free to dress comfortably for all reception events.

Carlsbad in October typically sees:

  • Avg Mid: 70’s
  • Avg Lows: 50’s
HOTEL INFORMATION
The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa
5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 827-2800
Nestled along the beautiful Carlsbad coastline, The Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa offers a relaxing retreat with upscale amenities, scenic coastal views, and convenient access to Southern California attractions.
Located near Carlsbad beaches, The Crossings at Carlsbad Golf Course, LEGOLAND® California Resort, and a variety of local restaurants, the hotel provides the perfect setting to connect, unwind, and enjoy your time outside of scheduled activities.
REGISTRATION DESK & BADGE PICKUP

Check in and pick up your badge at the registration desk located in the Foyer of the conference center.

Registration desk hours: 

  • MON 10/5 2:00 – 6:00 PM
  • TUE 10/6 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
  • WED 10/7 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • THU 10/8 7:30 AM – 10:30 AM

If you are registered to attend the SSAC Reception and/or the Welcome Reception and arrive after registration has closed, satellite registration will be available at the reception location to assist with badge pickup and check-in.

Badges must be worn at all times during the event, including all sessions, networking activities, and any offsite events. Your badge is your access pass—don’t leave it behind!

CAN'T-MISS-MOMENTS FOR ALL REGISTRANTS

Innovation Exchange

Time: October 6, 2:30–6:00 PM

Location: Grand Pacific Ballroom

'Welcome to the Hotel California' Reception

Time: October 6, 7:00–9:00 PM

Location: Verise Restaurant

Suggested Attire: Hoodie or Quarter-zip

EXCLUSIVE CONVERGENCE'26 EXPERIENCES

Morning Yoga, Sponsored by K. Patel (Register to Attend)

Time: October 7, 6:30–7:30 AM

Location: Grand View Atrium

'Surf City USA' Reception, Sponsored by Kenvue

Time: October 7, 6:30–9:00 PM

Location: Grand View Atrium

Suggested Attire: Hawaiian shirt

Fun Run & Walk, Sponsored by Kyowa Hakko (Register to Attend)

Time: October 8, 6:15–7:30 AM

Location: Hotel Lobby

Golf Tournament (Registration Closed)

Time: October 8, 11:00 AM–2:30 PM

Location: Hotel Lobby

SUSTAINABILITY
We’re committed to hosting a more sustainable event and minimizing our environmental impact. Here’s how you can help:
  • Carpool or share rides will fellow attendees whenever possible—it’s a great way to reduce emissions and meet new people!
  • Use the event app instead of printed materials
  • Take advantage of water refill stations located in the event space and grab a complimentary reusable water bottle (while supplies last)
  • Return your name badge to the registration desk when the event ends so we can reuse badge materials for future events
The CRN team is proud to make progress toward hosting more responsible events and is grateful for attendee support along with that of this year’s Sustainability Sponsor, Nutrawise Health & Beauty dba youtheory.
If you missed any of our sustainability messaging, be sure to look back at why we chose the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa, a venue aligned with our values, explore what you can do, and what we are doing to make this event greener. Together, we are building a more sustainable future, one event at a time.
SHARE YOUR BUSINESS TRIP ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Visit our website to download the “I’m Attending” graphic and access the Canva template to customize it with your photo—then use our suggested caption or create your own and share what you’re most looking forward to at CRN’s signature events.
SPECIAL THANKS

CRN’s signature events are supported in part by the following sponsors: Kenvue; Pharmavite; Vitaquest; Nestlé Health Science; Nutrawise; Plexus Worldwide; Unilever Wellbeing Collective; Amway; Kyowa Hakko; Needed; Verdure Sciences; Brassica Protection Products; Eurofins; Gemini Pharmaceuticals; GRMA; Great Healthworks; SupplySide Global; K Patel Phyto Extractions; Stratum Nutrition; Balchem; Plexus Worldwide; and Vytalogy.

Questions?
Please contact events@crnusa.org.