North American Regional Conference 2026 Memphis, USA
Experience the spirit of Friendship Force in Memphis—networking, discovery, and community at the 2026 Regional Conference. [Early bird pricing extended for 24 hours only!)
April 24 - 27, 2026
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Hyatt Centric Hotel
The things that need to change in Friendship Force are changing, but the things that truly matter – our core mission, values, focus – remain constant.
Dear members in Canada, Mexico and the United States:
For much of the world, 2025 has been a year of turbulence — from U.S. tariff escalations and trade retaliations, to intensifying conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, to the rapid rise of AI reshaping how we connect. So where is Friendship Force in this moment? FFI is evolving its structure to meet these challenges, yet our mission and focus remain steadfast. This is our time to listen, learn, and act together. Welcome to the 2026 North American Conference. 
Jeremi Snook
CEO and President
Friendship Force International
Agenda
Friday, April 24
3:00 PM
3:00 PM
Event Start
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
FFI Conference Registration
Hyatt Centric Hotel Lobby
Come sign in to receive your name tag and conference gift bag.
4:00 PM
4:00 PM
Hyatt Check-In
Check-in for those who have booked rooms at the Hyatt properties
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Optional excursion available for an additional fee. Pre-registration required.
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Free evening
Settle into your room, explore the area, or meet with friends for dinner
Saturday, April 25
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM
8:00 AM - 8:50 AM
Latecomers' Registration
If you arrived too late to register on Friday, please visit our table outside the Hyatt Centric Hotel's Foundry Ballroom
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Welcomes from FFI leaders and hosts, uplifting performances, and introductions, highlighted by remarks from FFI President & CEO Jeremi Snook and an inspiring keynote from Dr. Rob Bowman.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Enjoy a relaxed lunch with friends at one of the many eateries along and around Beale Street.
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
FFI Workshops, Session I
Topics include (subject to change):
The Power of Citizen Diplomacy
Technology and Our Mission
Membership for All
FFI 101, Best Practices & Guidelines
Making Every Connection Count
The Civil Rights Movement
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
FFI Workshops, Session II
Topics include (subject to change):
The Power of Citizen Diplomacy
Technology and Our Mission
Membership for All
FFI 101, Best Practices & Guidelines
Making Every Connection Count
The Civil Rights Movement
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Coffee break
Hyatt Centric Hotel, Prefunction Area
3:20 PM - 4:10 PM
3:20 PM - 4:10 PM
FFI Workshops, Session III
Topics include (subject to change):
The Power of Citizen Diplomacy
Technology and Our Mission
Membership for All
FFI 101, Best Practices & Guidelines
Making Every Connection Count
The Civil Rights Movement
4:20 PM - 5:10 PM
4:20 PM - 5:10 PM
FFI Workshops, Session IV
Topics include (subject to change):
The Power of Citizen Diplomacy
Technology and Our Mission
Membership for All
FFI 101, Best Practices & Guidelines
Making Every Connection Count
The Civil Rights Movement
5:10 PM
5:10 PM
Free evening
6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
6:45 PM - 8:15 PM
Optional excursion available for an additional fee. Pre-registration required.
Sunday, April 26
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Field Rep Workshops Session I
Topics include (subject to change):
Best Practices for Ambassador & Host Coordinators
New Member Recruitment Strategies
Club Structure / Leadership Styles
Network and Marketing in your Communities
Utilizing your MyFF Club Page
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Coffee break
Hyatt Centric Hotel, Prefunction Area
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Field Rep Workshops Session II
Topics include (subject to change):
Best Practices for Ambassador & Host Coordinators
New Member Recruitment Strategies
Club Structure / Leadership Styles
Network and Marketing in your Communities
Utilizing your MyFF Club Page
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch on your own
12:00 PM - 4:45 PM
12:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Optional excursion available for an additional fee. Pre-registration required.
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Optional excursion available for an additional fee. Pre-registration required.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Optional excursion available for an additional fee. Pre-registration required.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Optional excursion available for an additional fee. Pre-registration required.
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Farewell Dinner & Drinks Reception
Celebrate the finale with a festive reception - Memphis-style! Closing words and a conference toast, followed by a buffet dinner and an unforgettable night of music and dancing with local band, Memphis Funk-n-Horns.
Monday, April 27
11:00 AM
11:00 AM
Hyatt Check-Out
Please be sure to check out of your hotel by noon if you are leaving on this day
12:00 PM
12:00 PM
Event End
