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Combined Regions Annual Meeting
New Orleans, LA
February 25-26, 2026
Join your fellow AWO members in New Orleans for the Combined Regions Annual Meeting! The primary focus of this meeting is on current regional advocacy and regulatory efforts in the Southern, Midwest, and Ohio Valley regions. We will also be joined by guests from local U.S. Coast Guard sectors to talk about prevalent regulatory issues. Join us at the end of a day filled with jam-packed content for networking and the chance to enjoy each other's company at the evening reception. This event is open to AWO members only.
Following the meeting, join AWO for a social dinner to network and meet fellow AWO members. Additional RSVP required during registration, and cost of dinner will be invoiced after the event.
NOTE: The Winter Safety Meeting begins on February 26 and is a separate registration. If you plan to attend, please register on your Member Dashboard.
Hotel Information
The Ritz-Carlton
921 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112 Get Directions
Room Reservations
For member convenience, AWO has reserved a block of rooms at a discounted rate of $299.00, excluding taxes and fees. Room block in available until February 4 at 5:00PM or until room block is full.
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Schedule At-A-Glance
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
| 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Combined Regions Annual Meeting
All Members and Guests Welcome
| Lafayette Ballroom |
| 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. |
Reception
All Members and Guests Welcome
| Courtyard |
Thursday, February 26, 2026
| 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
Combined Regions Annual Meeting
| Lafayette Ballroom |