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Get ready for three unforgettable days of insights, networking and big ideas.
October 5-7, 2026 in fabulous Las Vegas!
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Connections Conference 2026
Advise With Purpose. Plan With Precision.
October 5-7, 2026 | ARIA®, Las Vegas
CFP Board Connections Conference 2026 will be in fabulous Las Vegas, October 5-7, uniting leaders from across the entire financial planning ecosystem for a dynamic three-day experience.
Keynote Speakers
Prepare to be inspired by an expanding lineup of influential voices bringing fresh ideas and big-picture perspectives to the stage. See the full agenda and speaker lineup for a closer look at the conversations and experts leading the future of financial planning.
Patti Brennan, CFP®
CEO, Key Financial, Inc.
Michael Kitces, CFP®
Chief Financial Planning Nerd
Theron Schaub
Award-winning Mentalist & Magician
Liz Ann Sonders
Liz Ann Sonders
Chief Investment Strategist
Schwab Center for Financial Research
Crystal Washington
Crystal Washington
Futurist, Author and Hall of Fame Speaker
Uniting the Profession
With content spanning emerging technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), behavioral finance and modern planning practice, Connections Conference is where the financial planning profession comes together to advise with purpose and plan with precision. This year’s agenda provides tailored programming for:
- CFP® Professionals and Financial Advice Practitioners
- Firm Leaders
- Candidates for CFP® Certification
- Registered Program Faculty
- Financial Planning Researchers and Academics
Register for Connections 2026
Join us in Las Vegas this October to build meaningful connections and gain practical knowledge that will help you stay current, elevate your impact and grow alongside the profession.
Standard Registration
July 26 - September 18, 2026
$1,295
Onsite Registration
October 4-7, 2026
$1,595
Connections 2026 at a Glance
1,100+
Attendees Expected
65%
Of Attendees are C-level Executives and Senior Managers
15
Possible CE Credits Available
Braindate: Connect with Purpose, Learn with Precision
Join fellow CFP® professionals and conference attendees to engage in purposeful, peer-driven conversations.
Braindate is the premier networking forum at Connections Conference, designed to elevate your experience by transforming traditional networking into meaningful, collaborative exchange. The online Braindate platform will be available to all conference registrants beginning in September.
Tap into the collective intelligence of the financial planning community. Whether you are looking to exchange practice management strategies, discuss emerging trends or mentor the next generation of financial advisors, Braindate provides the space to host or join one-on-one and group discussions on the critical challenges defining the profession today.
Last year, our community generated over 161 hours of peer learning and facilitated 590+ connections. The result? 85% of participants felt empowered by their learning experience, and 80% reported a deeper sense of belonging within the financial planning ecosystem.
Why Attend?
Earn up to 15 CE credits while expanding your network, collaborating with peers and gaining valuable insights to enhance your impact in the financial planning profession.
Need help convincing your supervisor? Download our justification letter template.
CFP Board Connections Conference - Networking
Networking Opportunities
Forge valuable connections with industry leaders, engage in meaningful conversations with your peers and build a robust professional network that extends far beyond the conference.
CFP Board Connections Conference 2026 - Professional Development
Professional Development & CE Credits
Enhance your expertise through a dynamic lineup of expert-led sessions and panels — while earning up to 15 CE credits to help maintain your certification and elevate your career.
CFP Board Connections Conference 2026 - Trends
Trends & Innovations
Gain cutting-edge knowledge on the latest developments in AI, fintech and best practices that are transforming financial planning and decision-making across the profession.
CFP Board Connections Conference - Workforce
Workforce Development
Explore forward-thinking approaches to building more inclusive workplaces. Learn how inclusive leadership, employee engagement and organizational culture can come together to create positive, lasting change.
Venue
CFP Board Connections Conference 2026 will be held at ARIA® in Las Vegas, NV.
Hotel Address:
ARIA®, Las Vegas
3730 Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89158
Room Rates: Starting at $208/night + $50/day resort fee
Booking Deadline: September 7, 2026
If you have any questions, please contact us.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Engage with top financial planners, thought leaders and industry decision-makers. Sponsoring the CFP Board Connections Conference connects you with an engaged audience of CFP® professionals dedicated to shaping the future of financial advice.