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55th Annual Alaska CHARR Convention

Hospitality industry gathering in Fairbanks, AK

Monday, September 21, 2026 to Thursday, September 24, 2026

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

813 Noble Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701-4919
United States

55th Annual Alaska CHARR Convention

September 21st - 24th, 2026

Fairbanks, AK

Come together and enjoy discussing the industry, working sessions, legislative priorities all while having fun! 

Early Bird Registration - $250

This rate includes the welcome reception, 1 registrants, all daytime sessions and Awards Dinners Charity Auction Dinner. This rate is only available until August 10th, 2026.

Early Bird Convention Rate - 3 Pack $750

Includes Everything above for THREE registrants - Available until August 10th, 2026. 

Standard - $400

This rate includes the welcome reception, 1 registrant, all daytime sessions, Awards Dinner and Charity Auction Dinner. By registering for this event, you consent to receive email/text communications from Alaska CHARR, including renewal notifications and other industry announcements.

Event Ticket Cancellation Policy
We understand that plans can change, and we aim to accommodate cancellation requests as best as possible. Please review the following policy regarding event ticket cancellations:
  • Cancellation Requests Made 14 or More Days Before the Event
    Cancellations requested 14 or more days prior to the event will incur a $50 cancellation fee. The remaining balance will be refunded to the original payment method.
  • Cancellations Within 14 Days of the Event
    No refunds will be granted for cancellations made within two weeks (14 days) of the event date.
By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge and agree to this cancellation policy.
Credits Price
Early Bird
Early Bird Convention Rate - Available until August 19th, 2026 Registration Ends 8/19/26 at 5:00 PM Alaskan Daylight Time
$250.00
Early Bird Convention Rate - 3 Pack
Includes 3 attendees with a $75 discount - Available until August 19th, 2026.  Registration Ends 8/19/26 at 5:10 PM Alaskan Daylight Time
$750.00
Standard Convention Registration
Includes all sessions and the Charity Auction Dinner for 1 Attendee Registration Ends 9/19/26 at 12:00 AM Alaskan Daylight Time
$400.00
Credits Price
Platinum Partner
$15,000.00
Diamond Sponsor
$10,000.00
Gold Partner
$7,500.00
Silver Partner
$5,000.00
Bronze Partner

*Please note this option does not include complimentary registration to any event
$2,500.00
Industry Partner
*Please note this option does not include complimentary registration to any event
$1,000.00
Friend of the Industry
*Please note this option does not include complimentary registration to any event

$500.00
Credits Price
Charity Auction Dinner
Standalone ticket to the Charity Auction Dinner on Thursday September 23rd.

If you are already registered for the Convention, you do NOT need to purchase a separate ticket for yourself.
$100.00

Agenda

September 21
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting Alaska CHARR Board of Directors Meeting at The Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Registration Convention attendee registration 
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Welcome Reception Held at Westmark Fairbanks, all convention registrants are welcome!
September 22
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Breakfast in Gold Room Registration continued
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Opening Session Welcome 
- BreeAnna Erickson, Alaska CHARR President & CEO
- Jodi Blakley, ICHARR, Mecca

Voice of the Membership Meeting 
- Facilitated by Alaska CHARR 
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM Membership Breakout Sessions Help with Membership Contact
Share concerns of Industry

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Lunch by Miguel's
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM AI Speaker AI Session
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Awards Dinner UAF with Sean Walkin
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM Bar Stroll List will be provided
September 23
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Breakfast
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Sessions
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM Lunch by The Banks Alehouse
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Keynote Speaker
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Charity Auction Dinner
September 24
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Breakfast
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM Legislative Updates and 2027 Legislative Priorities -Michael Cervantes, Chair, Alaska CHARR Government Affairs Committee
-Lobbyist Kim Hutchinson

11:15 AM - 11:45 PM Closing Comments

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center, has rooms blocked for the Alaska CHARR Convention.

Follow this link Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

  • Choose September 21st as the check in date and September 24th as the check out date. 
  • Click Special Rates
  • Type CHR in the Group Code box.
  • Cost stating $129
  • 800-222-8733 with the group code

All reservations, must be made 30 days prior to the event date, August 21st, 2026. 

 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Levels and Benefits

Benefits 

Platinum

$15,000

Diamond

$10,000

Gold

$7,500

Silver 

$5,000

Bronze

$2,500

Industry 

Partner

$1,000

Friend of the Industry

$500

Recognition

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Logo on promotional materials and signage at event

Best placement and sizing

Premier Placement Standard Placement Two events One event Name Listed Name Listed
Ad in Fall and Winter issues of Alaska CHARR - The Magazine Full Page Half Page Quarter Page 1/4 page
Ad in Convention Program Full Page Half Page Quarter Page
Complimentary Registrations

4

3

2

1
Opportunity to present at a breakout session Yes Yes
Opportunity to add branded company item to attendee gift bag

Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Recognition in Alaska CHARR social media marketing Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Join us for the 55th Annual Alaska CHARR Convention's Charity Auction Dinner. We are proud to support the Breast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska. Their mission is to increase awareness of the survivability of breast cancer and the benefits of early detection by delivering screening services and education programs throughout the state of Alaska.
 
Enjoy a live and thrilling auction and other fundraising surprises. Every bid, dash, and donation helps fund BCDC's goal is to provide breast cancer screenings regardless of geographical or economic barriers. 

For More Information:

Corrine Law
Corrine Law
Alaska CHARR (334)695-9233

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out to me! claw@alaskacharr.com