Events

TVA Annual Meeting

Explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in the vermiculite industry at the 2026 TVA Annual Meeting! Join your industry colleagues in the charming city of Charlotte for insightful discussions and networking.

May 6 – 7, 2026
Charlotte, NC

Click Here for the Registration Form


Tentative Meeting Schedule

Stay tuned for the full schedule and line-up of speakers!

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | 1130 – 1230

12:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. | 1245 – 1715


6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 1800 – 2100
Registration and Lunch

Welcome and Introductions, Annual Business Meeting, and Industry Sessions

Welcome Reception and Dinner

Thursday, May 7, 2026

Breakfast on Your Own

8:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | 0845 – 1230

12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | 1230 – 1330

1:45 p.m. | 1345


2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | 1400 – 1700

5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | 1730 – 1930

Welcome, Exfoliator Panel, Mining Panel and President’s Roundtable

Lunch

Meet in Lobby to Depart for Afternoon Activity and Dinner
(We will not return to the hotel prior to dinner.)

Afternoon Activity (Offsite)

Dinner (Offsite)


HOTEL INFORMATION

Charlotte Marriott SouthPark
2200 Rexford Road
Charlotte, North Carolina 28211
704-364-8220

TVA has negotiated a discounted room rate for the days of the annual meeting, as well as three days before and three days after the meeting, based on availability. All rooms in our block are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The negotiated room rate is only available until our block is full or the deadline date is reached. Booking within the official hotel block ensures convenience and supports the event. The reservation deadline is April 8, 2026.

Room Rate: 
$249.00 plus taxes and fees (Club Level King)

All rooms in our room block include access to the M Lounge which provides complimentary hot buffet breakfast, snacks, non-alcoholic drinks and more.

Click Here to Make Your Reservation


Sponsor TVA’s Annual Meeting!

Annual Meeting sponsorship opportunities offer a way to elevate your brand, engage directly with attendees, and demonstrate your commitment to supporting the vermiculite industry. From networking events and meals to educational sessions, sponsorships place your organization at the center of the TVA Annual Meeting.

Dinner Sponsor – $4,000
Reception Sponsor – $3,000
Lunch Sponsor – $2,000
Speaker Sponsor – $1,000
Coffee Sponsor – $500

Click Here to Learn More About Sponsorship Opportunities


PAST ANNUAL MEETING LOCATIONS:

2025 Annual Meeting – Amsterdam, Netherlands
2024 Annual Meeting – San Diego, California
2023 Annual Meeting – Miami, Florida
2022 Annual Meeting – Charleston, South Carolina
2019 Annual Meeting – Edinburgh, Scotland
2018 Annual Meeting – San Francisco, California
2017 Annual Meeting – Québec City, Canada
2016 Annual Meeting – Amsterdam, Netherlands
2015 Annual Meeting – Phalaborwa, South Africa
2014 Annual Meeting – Salt Lake City, Utah
2013 Annual Meeting – New York, New York
2012 Annual Meeting – New Orleans, Louisiana
2011 Annual Meeting – Memphis, Tennessee