Frequently Asked Questions

Click any “Register Now” button to access the online registration portal. You’ll need a PCMA account to complete your registration.

Yes, registration transfers are allowed. Contact [email protected] for assistance.

Cancellation details will be provided at the time of registration. Please review our full policy before completing your purchase.

PCMA membership is required to access member pricing. Non-members may register at the New Member + Event rate, which bundles a PCMA membership with your BES registration.

All active PCMA member types qualify. Contact [email protected] to verify your status.

Yes. BES 2026 is held at El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, June 21–24, 2026.

Hotel block booking information will be provided in your registration confirmation and on the Hotels & Travel page once available.

San Juan (SJU) is the primary airport. Ground transportation options to Fajardo will be available.

Sessions at BES are 75–90 minutes — intentionally longer than a standard conference breakout to allow for deep work and practical application.

Learning Laboratories are facilitator-led workshops with hands-on tools and practice. Idea Exchanges are peer-driven facilitated discussions where the expertise in the room is the content.

BES sessions are not recorded. The experience is designed for in-person engagement and peer interaction — the value is in the room.

BES speakers are selected through a competitive call for proposals reviewed by the PCMA Event Education Committee.

Speaker suggestions can be sent to [email protected].

Approximately 800 participants. The event is intentionally sized to maintain community feel and meaningful peer interaction.

BES is designed for experienced, senior-level business events professionals. Content is advanced, application-focused, and assumes significant professional experience.