Nov 8-10, 2026 | San Antonio, TX
Across campuses, teams are making harder calls around projects, space, and funding. Those decisions don’t get easier without the right conversations.
HEFF is where higher ed facilities leaders step away from campus to focus on how they’re moving projects forward across planning, design, construction, and operations.
It’s not a trade show. It’s an invite-only group with time built in for one-on-one and small group discussions to work through what people are actually dealing with.
Recent Speakers Included:
2026 lineup coming soon!
Tyler Gillum
Head Coach
Mark Helms
Assistant Vice President, Facilities Services
Lisa James
Associate Vice President, Facilities Management
Niraj Dangoria
Vice Chancellor for Operations Management and Capital Programs
Dwyn Taylor
Chief Facilities Officer, Campus Planning, Infrastructure & Facilities
Jay Wasson
Vice President for Physical Facilities and Chief Public Safety Officer
Everet Simmons
AVP, Construction, Facilities, & Real Estate
John D'Angelo
Assistant VP, Facilities Operations
John Shea
Chief Executive, Facilities & Infrastructure
Mike Wilson
AVP, Capital Programs & Utility Services
Bryan Alexander
Higher Ed Futurist | Author | Professor
Lalit Agarwal
President & CEO
Jim Jackson
Associate Vice Chancellor of University Operations
Angela Jacobs
Senior Director, Capital, Utilities, and Real Estate
Ron Galloway
Author | Futurist |
Gabe Hampton
Director, Building Systems Maintenance
Leo Bobadilla
VP, Chief Facilities Management/Operations Officer
Jon Clark Teglas
Chief of Staff, Facilities Division
Aaron Benz
CEO & Founder
Peter Zuraw
VP, Market Strategy & Development
The Fulcos
Rock Band
Much More
To be announced
Check out who’s spoken at HEFF over the years…
The things we’re going to do…
Explore New Ideas
Take Part in Peer Roundtables
Go on Group Run/Walks
Evaluate New Solutions
Enjoy Live Music
Make Meaningful Connections!
Explore New Ideas
Evaluate New Partners
Take Part in Peer Roundtables
Enjoy Live Music
Go on Group Run/Walks
Make Meaningful Connections!
Topics we’re going to explore:
Keeping Projects Moving Without Full Funding
Reworking Existing Buildings to Meet New Demand
Managing Energy Demand on Campus
The Cost of Running a Campus Today
How Capital Projects Are Being Prioritized Today
Delivering Projects With Smaller Teams
Partnerships Beyond Student Housing
Where AI Is Making a Difference on Campus
Buildings as Data-Driven Systems
And much more!
Intimate and Carefully Curated
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Limited to 200 industry leaders
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Engage in meaningful conversations
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Establish genuine relationships that take your business to the next level.
A Previous Event
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One of the best conferences I’ve ever attended – nearly every presentation related to something we are dealing with right now on our college and university campuses.”
Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management, University of San Diego
Check out photos from HEFF ’25!
Where you’ll be
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort & Spa | San Antonio, TX
We’re heading to the Texas Hill Country 🌵. Rustic charm, shady trails, and a brand new 2.2-acre Crystal Lagoon opening this year. It’s the perfect place to disconnect from the daily grind and truly connect with your peers. Join us in this one-of-a-kind setting.
Agenda
SUNDAY
NOV 8
11:30am Welcome!
12:30pm Networking Activities
6:00pm Sunset Cocktail Reception
7:00pm Dinner + Keynote
MONDAY
NOV 9
6:00am Group Run/Walk
7:00am Breakfast
8:00am State of the Industry
9:00am Sourcing Session
10:30am Innovation Talks
11:30am Sourcing Session
12:30pm Networking Lunch
1:30pm Innovation Talks
2:30pm Sourcing Session
4:00pm Happy Hour +
Mastermind Roundtables
7:00pm Dinner Party
TUESDAY
NOV 10
7:45am Breakfast
9:00am Innovation Talks
10:00am Sourcing Session
11:00am MasterMind Roundtables
12:00pm Bon Voyage Brunch
INDUSTRY
Insights + Trends
Wanna join us?
ATTEND
(Senior Facilities Leader)
Qualified facilities, design and construction leaders are welcome to attend the forum.
PARTNER
(INDUSTRY VENDOR)
Partnering with HEFF is a great way to get your company in front of some of the nation’s top colleges and universities.
FAQ
Who attends the event?
I’m a facilities leader and would like to attend. How do I register and what's included?
Registration is complimentary for qualified facilities leaders and includes 2 nights’ accommodation (Sunday and Monday), full meals (Sunday dinner – Tuesday lunch) and access to the entire program. Click here to request an invite.
I’m an industry vendor and would like to attend. How can I get involved?
Who will be speaking?
Can my spouse attend the events?
What is the dress code?
What is your cancellation policy?
- Less than 4 weeks prior to the event – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $499 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
- Less than 1 week prior to the event – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $999 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.