Call for Proposals and Applications for Innovation Zones at the 2026 HPA Tech Retreat Now Available
The 2026 HPA Tech Retreat is set to return, offering a unique opportunity for professionals in the entertainment industry to exchange ideas, challenge assumptions, and inspire innovation. Kari Grubin, President of HPA, has emphasised the event's importance as a hub for authentic discussion and expert dialogue.
Taking place from February 15-19, 2026, at the Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa in Rancho Mirage, California, the non-profit event welcomes technologists, creatives, engineers, and executives alike.
Call for Proposals
The call for proposals for the 2026 HPA Tech Retreat includes submissions for conference sessions, Breakfast Roundtables, and the Innovation Zone. Proposals for conference sessions and Breakfast Roundtables open on August 1, 2025, and remain open until the program is filled. Applications for the Innovation Zone opened in early August 2025.
Conference Sessions and Breakfast Roundtables
The organisers are seeking proposals that reflect rigorous examination of topics related to content creation, management, and dissemination in entertainment technology. Proposals should aim to foster expert dialogue and authentic discussion. Early submission is advised due to the first-come, first-served nature of the proposal process.
Innovation Zone
The Innovation Zone provides a platform for individuals and companies to showcase cutting-edge technologies. Applications typically require submitting your technology or innovation for review and acceptance.
Registration and Networking
With the event expected to sell out, early registration is strongly encouraged. More information about the 2026 HPA Tech Retreat, including registration details, can be found on the official website, HPATechRetreat.com.
The 2026 HPA Tech Retreat will feature a single-track format, promoting meaningful dialogue across disciplines, and will include various networking opportunities. The venue will be exclusive to registered attendees for the duration of the event.
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- The Innovation Zone at the 2026 HPA Tech Retreat offers a platform for individuals and companies to showcase cutting-edge video technologies for review and acceptance.
- proposal submissions for conference sessions and Breakfast Roundtables at the 2026 HPA Tech Retreat should focus on content related to entertainment technology, aiming to foster expert dialogue and authentic discussion, with early submission advised.
