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Fall 2026 PLMA Conference Networking

Join Us for High Energy Networking! 

PLMA prides itself on connecting load management practitioners in supportive, collegial environments. And, together with the many learning opportunities of these conferences, we’re also in favor of adding a little bit of fun to the mix! Here is an overview of the networking opportunities planned for the Fall 2026 PLMA Conference — we hope you’ll join us!

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Sunday Welcome Reception
Fifth Avenue Room
6:00 – 8:00 pm

Kick off your conference experience by joining fellow attendees for an evening of networking at the beautiful Westin Seattle. Reconnect with colleagues, make new industry connections, and enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re expanding your professional network, exchanging ideas with peers, or catching up with friends across the industry, this reception is the perfect way to start the conference and experience the collaborative spirit of the PLMA community.

Reception Sponsored by
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Space Needle

Address: 400 Broad Street, Seattle, WA 98109

Phone: (206) 905-2100

Website: Space Needle

Pike Place Market

Address: 85 Pike Pl, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 682-7453

Amazon Spheres

Address: 2111 7th Ave., Seattle, WA 98121

Email: visitspheres@amazon.com

Website: Seattle Spheres 

Overlook Walk

Address: 1505 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: (206) 499-8040

Urban Pickleball

Address: 401 Union St, Suite #230, Seattle, WA 98101

Seattle Climate Innovation Hub

Address: 1215 4th Ave 15th Floor Seattle, WA 98101 (By appointment only)
Phone: (971) 770-2378

Monday, November 9, 2026

Seattle Sound Reception at the MoPOP
Museum of Pop Culture
6:00 – 9:00 pm

Don’t miss the conference’s premier networking event on Monday evening from at Seattle’s iconic Museum of Pop Culture Sky Lounge. Inspired by Seattle’s legendary music scene, this unforgettable evening features appetizers, drinks, entertainment, and interactive experiences in one of the city’s most unique venues. Reconnect with colleagues, build new industry relationships, and enjoy an exciting night of conversation, networking, and fun as you experience one of Seattle’s most celebrated destinations.

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Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Women in Load Flexibility Breakfast Connect
Grand Crescent
7:30 – 9:00 am

Join PLMA’s Women in Load Flexibility Affinity Group for some early morning networking over breakfast, and an opportunity to hear from some talented colleagues who’ve forged successful load management careers in the utility and vendor spaces. Everyone welcome!

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Emerging Professionals Luncheon
Grand Crescent
11:45 am – 1:00 pm
To be announced.
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Sponsor Reception with Secret Word Drawing
Grand Ballroom 1 & 2
5:00 – 6:30 pm
Immediately following the conclusion of Tuesday’s General Session and
the dynamic Sponsor Technology Advancement Roundtable, head over to the Sponsor Lounge and enjoy a beverage, some hors d’oeurvres, and a chance to ask questions of our sponsors.

PLMA will have some great door prizes, but as they say, “you have to be in it to win it!” Everyone welcome!

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Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Nitro Coffee and Seattle’s Best Donuts
Grand Foyer
2:00 pm
A new PLMA tradition, our Nitro Coffee & Donut Social offers the perfect opportunity to wrap up the conference with final conversations, meaningful connections, and a well-deserved afternoon pick-me-up. Attendees can enjoy refreshing nitro coffee and delicious donuts while reconnecting with colleagues, exchanging ideas, and fueling up before heading into their ULME meetings. Fresh coffee and sweet treats will be plentiful!

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