Southern North America District

Get ready for an incredible opportunity to connect, collaborate, and bring back fresh ideas for your section 26-27 September at the Section Forum & Workshop in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. This event is FREE to attend, and we are expecting at least one representative from each section to participate. Register Here! Breakfast and lunch included both days. 

The Section Forum & Workshop is a unique, high-impact experience designed specifically for section volunteers. Over two energizing days, participants will exchange ideas, share best practices, and build practical, mission-focused plans to help strengthen and sustain vibrant, successful sections. If you are looking for fresh inspiration, stronger peer connections, and tools you can put into action right away, this is the place to be.

This workshop combines the best of the former District Leadership Conference and Volunteer Workshop into one highly practical, action-oriented event. Attendees will leave with renewed motivation, valuable resources, and a stronger network of peers from across ISA.

The excitement is already building, especially after the Section Forum & Workshop in Prague, Czech Republic received rave reviews from attendees. The feedback made it clear: this experience is valuable, energizing, and worth attending.

What attendees are saying

• "Engagement and participation in a friendly environment"
• "Lots of insights on what to do next"
• "Engaging and helped ensure that we all became familiar with one another"
• "Experiences were shared across multiple sections"
  
• "Included networking, interaction and practical exercises. Very dynamic!"

Register Here

Accommodations 

The ISA hotel group block is limited and discounted room rates will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin
1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Special Rate: 279 USD per night + 45 USD resort services package fee (per room, per day)

Book Your Stay - Booking Deadline: 3 September

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Rachael McGuffin, CAE
Senior Manager, Districts, Sections and Member Programs
International Society of Automation (ISA)
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If you’re planning to attend the Section Forum & Workshop in Lake Buena Vista, consider extending your trip 28-29 September for the Automation Summit and Expo, a technical conference designed to help you deepen your expertise and bring fresh ideas back to your section.

Why attend the Automation Summit and Expo?

• Customize your conference experience by selecting sessions from up to three tracks that align with your professional goals.
• Unlock the full potential of automation by exploring cutting-edge technologies, real-world applications and lessons learned.
• Forge new connections with thought leaders, industry experts and innovators.
• Gain valuable insights and earn professional development hours as you explore the future of automation.

Registration options

Conference and Expo - Register by 31 July: USD 880 | After 31 July: USD 1,075

• Admission for both days (28–29 September), networking receptions, breakfast, coffee breaks, lunch, multiple program stages and access to the exhibit hall to connect with vendors and partners

Expo-only Pass - FREE with advance signup by 14 September | On-site: USD 75

• Access to the exhibit hall both days to connect with vendors and partners
• Food is not included with the Expo-only Pass, but attendees can add the Expo Eats Package:
  • One-day pass: USD 65
  • Two-day pass: USD 75

Attending both the Section Forum & Workshop and the Automation Summit and Expo is a great way to maximize your time onsite with leadership development, peer connection and technical learning all in one trip.

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Rachael McGuffin, CAE
Senior Manager, Districts, Sections and Member Programs
International Society of Automation (ISA)
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