Members Gathering 2026
Event Details & Accomodations
Join as we continue to Move Together this August! Together we’ll celebrate, collaborate, and champion our 2033 and 2050 goals. This will be an iron-sharpening-iron time for us as we build synergy in tech, strategy, and collaboration through a members only luncheon, general sessions, breakout problem solving, and connecting meaningfully with each other. We look forward to seeing you there!
August 19-20, 2026
12-12pm CST
The Hope Center | 2001 W Plano Parkway Plano, TX 75075
Schedule
Wednesday, August 19th
| Time | Session |
| 12:00 PM | Check-in Open Optional lunch available |
| 1:00 PM | Worship |
| 1:15 PM | Session 1 |
| 2:00 PM | Break |
| 2:30 PM | Session 2 Table Breakouts |
| 3:00 PM | Break |
| 3:30 PM | Tracks Begin
|
| 5:15 PM | Closing |
| 5:30 PM | Dismissal |
| 6:00 PM | Celebration Dinner Located Offsite; more details will be shared with registrants |
Thursday, August 20th
| Time | Session |
| 8:00 AM | Breakfast Available |
| 8:30 AM | Session 3 |
| 9:00 AM | Case Study & Table Discussion |
| 10:00 AM | Break |
| 10:30 AM | Session 4 |
| 10:40 AM | Board Panel Conversation and Q&A |
| 11:25 AM | Worship & Prayer |
| 11:50 AM | Closing |
| 12:00 PM | Dismissal |
Airport
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
25 minutes from the Hope Center - Dallas Love Field (DAL)
35 minutes from the Hope Center
Places to Stay
- Towneplace Suites by Marriott Dallas/Plano Richardson
2 miles from The Hope Center
Reservations can be made directly at +1 972-423-3300 or online. - Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Plano Richardson
2.5 miles from The Hope Center
Reservations can be made directly at +1 972-516-2949 or online. - Home 2 Suites By Hilton Plano Richardson
4.9 miles from The Hope Center
Reservations can be made directly at 1-469-661-2900.
Travelers should request the corporate rate for The Hope Center, to ensure they receive the negotiated corporate discount. - Homewood Suites by Hilton Plano Richardson
3 miles from The Hope Center
Reservations can be made directly at 1-972-881-3339.
Travelers should request the corporate rate for The Hope Center, to ensure they receive the negotiated corporate discount. - Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Dallas/Plano East
3.4 miles from The Hope Center
Reservations can be made directly at 1-972-509-4500.
Travelers should request the corporate rate for The Hope Center, to ensure they receive the negotiated corporate discount.
Places to Eat
- Legacy West
Dining, Shopping, & More!
https://www.legacywest.com/dine
15 minutes from The Hope Center - Earl’s Kitchen + Bar
American dining, burgers, steaks, & handhelds
https://earls.ca/locations/legacy-west/menu/ - North Italia – Plano
Italian
https://www.northitalia.com/locations/plano-tx-legacy-west/ - Mesero – Legacy West
Tex Mex
https://www.mesero.net/legacy-west - Coffee
1418 Coffee
https://www.1418coffee.com/
8 minutes from The Hope Center
*JJ’s Favorite - Mudleaf Coffee
https://mudleafcoffee.com/
8 minutes from The Hope Center
Things to See
Coming soon
Who to Ask
Reach out to gatherings@cotw.global with any questions.