2026 Mid-Year Conference
Join us for the 2026 MSTPA Mid Year Training, held at The Hotel at Auburn University & Dixon Conference Center from March 24, 2026, to March 25, 2026 (Eastern Time). This in-person event is designed to offer educational sessions that provide real world solutions and technology to help you advance your career and enhance your parking and mobility operations. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with industry professionals.
Hotel Reservations
The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center
Address: 241 S College St, Auburn, Alabama, 36830
Phone:1-334-821-8200
Hotel Website: www.auhcc.com
🎯 Featured Sessions
Day 1 - Tuesday, March 24
Auburn Parking Charrette & SWOT Analysis (1:30 PM-3:30 PM)
Interactive workshop analyzing Auburn's parking infrastructure
AI Panel Discussion (3:30 PM-4:30 PM)
Featuring: Katherine Beaty (President, Beaty Solutions) & Steve Gorski (VP, Portier)
Exploring artificial intelligence applications in parking management
Workplace Conflict: How to Keep It Professional When Behavior Gets Personal (4:30 PM-5:30 PM)
Speaker: Julie Dixon, President, Dixon Resources Unlimited
Professional development session on workplace dynamics
Auburn Stadium Tour (12:30 PM-1:30 PM)
Exclusive parking garage and stadium facility tour
Day 2 - Wednesday, March 25
Get Curious, Not Furious: Reduce Frustration by Changing Your Perspective (9:00 AM-10:00 AM)
Speaker: Cindy Campbell, Sr. Training & Development Specialist, IPMI
Customer service and mindset training
Analytics in Action: Smarter Parking (10:00 AM-11:00 AM)
Speakers: Jon Martens & Shakesha Holmes, Walker Consultants
Data-driven parking solutions and innovations
High Volume Parking's Impact on Event Reception and Logistics (1:00 PM-2:00 PM)
Speaker: Jay Thurman, The Car Park
Managing large-scale event parking operations
The Behavior Gap: Why Customers Aren't Doing What Your Parking System Assumes (3:00 PM-4:00 PM)
Speaker: Katherine Beaty, President, Beaty Solutions
Understanding user behavior vs. system design
🤝 Networking Opportunities
Networking Lunch & Sponsor Presentations (Day 1)
Evening Reception (Day 1, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM)
Networking Breakfast (Day 2, 8:00 AM-9:00 AM)
Diamond Sponsor
SAVE THE DATE
2026 JOINT CONFERENCE & TRADESHOW with FPTA
November 30-December 4, 2026
San Destin Resort
Miramar Beach, Florida
Mark your calendars for the 2026 MSTPA Mid-Year Conference,
March 24-25, 2026 at Auburn University!
We're switching things up a bit this year, with our Mid-Year Conference in the spring and joining forces with FPTA for one combined show next fall.
But first, it’s all about Auburn!
The Mid-Year Conference is your chance to come together with parking, transportation, and mobility professionals for two days of education, networking, and fresh perspectives. With Auburn University as our host, this year’s event will provide a unique setting to exchange ideas, explore new strategies, and walk away with actionable solutions for your operation.
Highlights to look forward to:
Dynamic educational sessions designed to tackle today’s challenges
Insights thought leaders across multiple sectors
Networking opportunities with peers and partners across the region
Interactive discussions that spark collaboration and new approaches
Join us at the Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center for an engaging Mid-Year Conference that delivers the connections, insights, and energy to carry you forward in 2026. Stay tuned for registration details and the full program announcement soon.
Resources
MSTPA provides resources throughout the year for our members to learn and grow.
Development
Members will continue to grow professionally by engaging in MSTPA opportunities.
Networking
Through our annual conference and other events, members will gain a large network.
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