• 18th Annual Conference

    May 11-14, 2026 | New Orleans, LA

  • 18th Annual Conference

    May 11-14, 2026 | New Orleans, LA

  • 18th Annual Conference

    May 11-14, 2026 | New Orleans, LA

MEet this year’s keynote speaker

Gayle Benson

Owner & CEO, New Orleans Saints & New Orleans Pelicans

Gayle Benson, owner of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans, is a visionary leader, philanthropist, and champion for the Gulf South. Under her stewardship, both franchises have achieved new heights of success, with state-of-the-art facilities, sold-out stadiums, and bold leadership for the future. Beyond sports, she has invested millions in healthcare, education, the arts, and disaster relief, leaving a lasting impact on her community. Gayle’s story of resilience, purpose-driven leadership, and commitment to excellence will inspire and energize audiences.

Early Bird Registration Opens

Early Bird Registration

Available from December 1 - 31

ASPDA Professional Member: $375

ASPDA Student Member: $275

RegistratioN Information

Advanced Registration

Available from January 1 - 31

ASPDA Professional Member: $425

ASPDA Student Member: $300

Student registration capacity is limited.
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STANDARD Registration

Available February 1

ASPDA Professional Member: $450

ASPDA Student Member: $325

Non-member Pricing: $775

SPEED NETWORKING

  • Back by popular demand!
    Speed Networking will return at the 2026 Annual Conference. Young sports and performance RDs will have the opportunity to engage in productive dialogue with veteran and experienced members representing a multitude of backgrounds in this speed networking event. Attendees will be asked to come prepared with three questions for veteran members and will leave feeling more confident, having improved their understanding of the profession, and having made multiple connections. More information and registration will be available in the spring.

POSTER PRESENTATIONS

  • Call for Poster Presentations:
    Any poster presentation that interests registered dietitians is appropriate for committee review. Poster sessions are an informal format for presenting research data or highlighting innovative practices. Poster presentations can include many methodologies, such as experimental research, applied research, program evaluations, or literature reviews that address research questions. Additionally, presenters can highlight any innovative practice or intervention. Presenters can share preliminary results or final outcomes for the practice. 
    Call for Poster presentations closes March 31, 2026.
    Click Here to view the submission directions.

What to Expect

15

Number of CEUs offered (pending)

4.5

95% of attendees rated their experience highly

Future Meeting Dates & Locations

Indianapolis, IN
May 20-23, 2027

New Orleans, LA
May 15-18, 2028