About this Event
2026 NAMC Midwinter National Meeting
February 17–18, 2026
“Navigating Change, Delivering Opportunity”
Join NAMC leaders, chapter representatives, industry partners, and subject-matter experts for the 2026 Midwinter National Meeting, a two-day convening focused on policy, practice, and positioning minority contractors for success in a rapidly evolving contracting environment.
This year’s program will feature timely discussions on how NAMC chapters and members can navigate race-neutral contracting policies, strengthen access to public and private sector opportunities, and build sustainable local impact. Sessions will address city-based small and emerging business programs, major corporate partner engagement strategies, critical legal and legislative developments affecting minority contractors nationwide, and chapter development, including strengthening chapter capacity, aligning local advocacy with national strategy, and sharing approaches that support member growth, sustainability, and engagement.
Participants will also explore how federal and local funding streams—such as Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)—flow through cities and how chapters can work proactively with local officials to ensure member participation in funded projects. Additional discussions will examine workforce and compliance challenges, including the impact of immigration reform on the construction industry and guidance on DBE recertification requirements.
To foster relationship-building and peer exchange, the Midwinter Meeting will include a networking event on the evening of Day One, providing attendees with an opportunity to connect with national leadership, chapter representatives, corporate partners, and key stakeholders in an informal setting.
The meeting will conclude with the closed February National Board Meeting for National Board Members and Chapter Presidents.
This event is designed to equip NAMC leaders and members with practical insights, policy awareness, and strategic tools to advance equity, opportunity, and chapter effectiveness across the NAMC network.
Who Should Attend
- NAMC National Board Members
- NAMC Chapter Presidents and Chapter Leadership
- NAMC Corporate Partners
- Minority contractors and construction industry professionals
- Policy, legal, and workforce development stakeholders
- Public-sector partners and other key industry stakeholders supporting supplier diversity and small business participation
Event Hotel:
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center
375 NE Holladay Street
Portland, OR 97232
Room rates:
$145/night + resort fee (standard queen or king)
$160/night + resort fee (river/mountain views queen or king)
To reserve your room by phone or have questions for the hotel, please call (971) 222-1234 and refer to “NAMC Mid-Winter Meeting 2026”.
The online room reservation link is Group Booking | Hyatt Events
Contact the national office with any questions at (202) 296-1600 or [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center, 375 Northeast Holladay Street, Portland, United States
USD 53.64 to USD 5000.00
