2026 ​MINDSHARE RETREAT

ACAM-CEO hosts a 3-day networking and leadership experience unlike anything you have attended. We aim to build the most immersive, thought-provoking, dynamic event on your calendar each year at a reasonable cost. We invite you join us in Chicago in 2026.

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July 22-24, 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Owners or senior executives of Community Association Management companies – which means what exactly? Essentially peers learning from peers. Executives that are interested in a supportive, nurturing, and an open idea sharing environment, won’t want to miss this conference.

WHY ATTEND?​

Attendees will have an opportunity to learn from peers and business partners through dynamic conversation. If you are looking for actionable solutions for your business and ideas your competitors have not yet considered, you cannot afford to miss this education opportunity. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the cost of the conference?

Registration pricing for the 2026 MindShare Retreat:
Early Registration (through April 30,2026)

• Returning Attendee: $950
• First-Time Attendee: $850
• Pre-Conference Session: $400
• Additional Guest: $400

Registration rates increase by $100 on May 1, 2026.

WHAT ARE THE START AND END TIMES? ​

The Mindshare Retreat begins at noon on Wednesday,  ​July 22, 2026, and goes through noon on Friday, July 24, 2026.

There will be a pre-conference session that will run from 8:00 -11:00 am on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.  The pre-conference session is an additional fee.

Are there evening events? 

The Mindshare Retreat is an all-inclusive event.  There will be networking opportunities, dinner and events Wednesday (July 22, 2026) and Thursday (July 23, 2026) evenings.

Can I bring a plus 1 to the evening events?

Additional guests (18 and older and not affiliated with your employer) are welcome to join us for our evening events at and additional cost. All guests must be registered through our registration page and will be required to wear a name tag during the event.

What is the PRE-conference Session? 

AI In Action: Real Tools. Real Results.  Real Implementation.
Most leaders are experimenting with AI. But the most successful ones are using it to improve accuracy, save time, reduce costs and work more strategically.

In this three-hour pre-conference session, you will learn practical frameworks for applying AI in your business from an AI implementation expert, followed by a panel of management company leaders who will demonstrate how they are using accessible tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot and other platforms in their day-to-day operations. You will see real workflows and the results they are already achieving.

This is not about industry specific software or expensive enterprise platforms. It is about proven AI tools that work across businesses and how to apply them immediately in your organization. Expect live demonstrations, real examples and the opportunity to ask questions specific to your challenges.

what is the dress code?

The ACAM-CEO Mindshare Retreat dress code is business casual. Please dress comfortable, keeping in mind that the conference rooms tend to be on the colder side.  Our evening events are causal and likely outdoors.  

How do I reserve a hotel room?

You may reserve your room on the link HOTEL page

WHAT MEALS ARE PROVIDED?

The Mindshare Retreat is an all-inclusive conference.  A​ll meals and snacks are included from lunch on Wednesday to breakfast on Friday.  For those attending the pre-conference session, Breakfast will be included.

Is there a cut-off date to register or is the conference capped at a certain number?

We recommend everyone register early.  Registration will end 3 weeks prior to the start of the event or if we hit the maximum number of registrants (which ever comes first).  Rates will increase by $100 on May 1, 2026.