Join us as we kick off the 2027 Continuing Education Conference! The Thursday evening vendor-sponsored event will be held in the Sebastian Ballroom of the Rosen Shingle Creek resort from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. PST. Event to include a complimentary happy hour with light appetizers followed by a cash bar. A $30 per person, non-refundable fee is applicable to this event.

Opening the conference with ABM Franchising Group's vision for the next year of network and contractor growth, our first session features 2026 Employee of the Year winners and the Linc Service and TEGG Contractor of the Year Awards.

Action Circles bring peers together to commit to their conference goals, including practical changes they plan to implement for real business results.

Visit with leading industry vendors in the exhibit hall to learn about the latest products, services and tools you need to grow your business.

Action Circles bring peers together to commit to their conference goals, including practical changes they plan to implement for real business results.

Visit with leading industry vendors in the exhibit hall to learn about the latest products, services and tools you need to grow your business.

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Breakout sessions group teams and offices together to apply the strategies shared in the keynote session.

Role roundtables provide attendees the opportunity to discuss their breakout plans and personal takeaways with experienced peers from across the network.

Redefining Leadership: How To Communicate, Collaborate, and Influence Performance

When the world changes this fast, leadership belongs to everyone. Personal success requires understanding people and adapting in real time to intentionally influence what happens next. Business success depends on that level of leadership working at every level of an organization.

In this highly interactive keynote, Alyson Van Hooser challenges professionals to rethink what it means to be a leader for every title and position. Through practical application of a simple, proven framework, participants discover how to build understanding and influence to act more intentionally under pressure.

Breakout sessions group teams and offices together to apply the strategies shared in the keynote session.

Role roundtables provide attendees the opportunity to discuss their breakout plans and personal takeaways with experienced peers from across the network.

Innovation is not limited to inventing something new. It is the practical discipline of improving how we serve customers, operate our businesses, and prepare for what comes next.
This panel discussion will explore how Linc Service and TEGG franchisees can identify meaningful opportunities to innovate, whether through improved customer experiences, more efficient processes, new services and solutions, or the thoughtful use of data, technology, and AI. Panelists from ABM and the franchise network will share real-world examples, lessons learned, and practical ideas that can be adapted by businesses at any stage of the franchise lifecycle.
Attendees will leave with ideas to discuss with their teams during the company breakout session that follows.

Breakout sessions group teams and offices together to apply the strategies shared in the keynote session.

Bringing the action strategy full-circle, groups come together to share, reassess, and reshape go-forward plans they can help each other commit to implementing over the next year.

Each year we gather for the celebration and recognition for our colleagues. During the course of the Awards Presentation, Linc Service and TEGG contractors will be recognized for their professionalism, dedication, success, and excellence in 2026. The 2026 Diamond Award Winners, Circle of Excellence Winners, Sales and Spot Recognition Awards will be presented as well as the Don Lehr Passion Award and Preston Bond Award.

Following the Awards Presentation, we invite everyone to join us for the Awards Celebration, which will feature specially-prepared cuisine, several bar stations, and entertainment. You will also have the opportunity to participate in a fun photo shoot with your peers.