Fall 2026 Conference & Trade Show (1 Nov 2026)

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Campus Center, UMass Amherst | Amherst, MA

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Connect. Learn. Explore. Together.

The Northeast Campus Stores Association (NCSA) Fall Conference & Trade Show is back—and this year, we're bringing the conference experience directly to one of our member campuses.

Built around NCSA's mission of connecting and empowering members to create success, this year's event has been thoughtfully shaped by the feedback, survey responses, and conversations we've had with members since our last conference. We heard what you wanted more of, and we've worked hard to deliver a conference that provides greater value, more opportunities to learn from one another, and more ways to strengthen your operations.

Whether you're a campus store director, buyer, marketing professional, operations leader, frontline manager, or vendor partner, this conference is designed to help you Connect, Learn, and Explore alongside peers who understand the unique challenges and opportunities of educational retail.

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Subject to change. Updates will be reflected in real time.

More Programming. More Learning. More Value.

This year features our most robust educational lineup yet, including two bonus sessions newly added to the schedule to provide even more opportunities for discussion, idea sharing, and practical takeaways. From industry trends and operational best practices to merchandising, marketing, technology, and campus partnerships, our programming is focused on the topics that matter most to today's stores.

A Unique Member Campus Experience

For the first time in recent years, attendees will have the opportunity to experience the conference on a member campus. This setting creates a unique opportunity to see another store operation firsthand, gain fresh perspectives, and strengthen the connections that make the NCSA community so valuable.

Expand Your Network and Discover New Opportunities

One of the greatest strengths of NCSA is the willingness of members to share ideas, successes, and lessons learned. Throughout the conference, you'll have dedicated opportunities to connect with fellow store professionals, exchange strategies, and build relationships that continue long after the event ends.

The trade show remains one of the most valuable parts of the conference experience, giving stores the opportunity to meet with vendor partners, explore new products and services, discuss industry trends, and take advantage of conference specials and purchasing opportunities. A strong turnout from both stores and vendors creates value for everyone—helping members maximize purchasing opportunities while strengthening the network that supports campus retail across the Northeast.

Join Us

If you've attended before, you'll notice the enhancements. If this will be your first NCSA conference, there's never been a better time to join us.

Visit the Fall Conference page to explore the full schedule, educational sessions, trade show details, registration information, and everything else you'll need to plan your visit.

We hope you'll join us as we come together to Connect. Learn. Explore. and continue building a stronger future for campus stores across the Northeast.

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hotel information

Hotel UMass

Start Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026

End Date: Monday, November 2, 2026

Special Group Rate: 169.00 USD per night

Last Day to Book : Friday, October 2, 2026

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Hotel UMass

Campus Center, UMass Amherst

1 Campus Center Way

Amherst, MA 01003

hotel@umass.edu

(413) 549-6000

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CAMPUS STORE CONNECT - Fall Conference Highlights, Key Takeaways & Ideas in Action (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Fall Conference Highlights, Key Takeaways & Ideas in Action

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 2:00pm ET | Virtual via Zoom

FREE for store members! You must be logged in to register.

The 2026 NCSA Fall Conference & Trade Show brings campus retail professionals together to exchange ideas, explore new opportunities, and learn from one another. Now, let's keep those conversations going!

Join fellow NCSA members for a collaborative discussion highlighting key takeaways, valuable insights, and ideas shared during this year's conference. We'll revisit notable session topics, explore new products and vendor discoveries, and discuss practical strategies and opportunities that emerged throughout the event.

For those who attended, this is an opportunity to share what resonated most, continue conversations with colleagues, and discuss ideas you've already started implementing or hope to put into practice. For those who couldn't attend, it's a chance to catch up on conference highlights, hear firsthand perspectives from fellow members, and discover ideas and resources that may benefit your own store.

Together, we'll reflect on what we learned, exchange experiences, discuss opportunities for putting ideas into action, and identify topics worth exploring further through future NCSA programming.

Format: Interactive round-table discussion featuring a brief conference recap, attendee insights, questions, and peer-to-peer idea sharing. Participation is encouraged.

Northeast Campus Stores Association upcoming events

Fall 2026 Conference & Trade Show (1 Nov 2026)

Connect. Learn. Explore. Together.

More Programming. More Learning. More Value.

A Unique Member Campus Experience

Expand Your Network and Discover New Opportunities

Join Us

hotel information

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

CAMPUS STORE CONNECT - Fall Conference Highlights, Key Takeaways & Ideas in Action (18 Nov 2026)

Campus Store Connect

Fall Conference Highlights, Key Takeaways & Ideas in Action

Northeast Campus Stores Association upcoming events

Fall 2026 Conference & Trade Show (1 Nov 2026)

november 1 & 2, 2026

Connect. Learn. Explore. Together.

More Programming. More Learning. More Value.

A Unique Member Campus Experience

Expand Your Network and Discover New Opportunities

Join Us

hotel information

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

CAMPUS STORE CONNECT - Fall Conference Highlights, Key Takeaways & Ideas in Action (18 Nov 2026)

Campus Store Connect

Fall Conference Highlights, Key Takeaways & Ideas in Action