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February 12-13, 2026

Bellagio Resort & Casino, Las Vegas

Business training, entertainment, and networking come together at EPIC2026 — the can’t-miss event of the year for the home services industry. Join us February 12-13 at the Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas for unforgettable celebrity keynote presenters, breakout sessions delivered by legendary industry experts, an immersive cutting-edge product & services showcase, dynamic networking opportunities, and the industry’s blowout party of the year.

Keynote Speakers

Agenda At A Glance

Pre-Events
Day 1
Day 2
8:00 AM

High-Performance Service Operations Workshop

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Tuesday, February 10th – Wednesday, February 11th (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Bellagio, Monet 2 Meeting Room

This two-day deep-dive workshop from Contractor University is designed to provide attendees with a turnkey service department playbook. It will deliver a full review of service department operations, goal setting, department profitability planning, service pricing and much more.

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8:00 AM

Tee Off for the Trades Charity Golf Benefiting Women in HVACR & EGIA Foundation

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Wednesday, February 11th (Shotgun Start at 8:00 AM)

Angel Park Golf Course

Kick off your EPIC week with fun, food, beverages and networking at the fourth annual Tee Off for the Trades — a charity golf tournament supporting industry charities Women in HVACR and EGIA Foundation. Hit the links with industry peers in this shotgun-start scramble and play 18 holes at the beautiful Angel Park Golf Course before EPIC2026.

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10:00 AM

Exclusive Daikin Elite Member Workshop: Stress-Free Inverter System Sales

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Wednesday, February 11th (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM)

Bellagio, Gaugin 1-2 Meeting Rooms

In today’s HVAC market, homeowners don’t want pressure, they want clarity and simplicity. Stress-Free Inverter System Sales shows contractors how to present inverter-driven HVAC solutions using clear, bundled options that reduce confusion and build trust. This session delivers practical strategies for creating a more comfortable buying experience that leads to higher closing rates, bigger tickets, and long-term customer satisfaction, without all of the pushy gimmicks or stress.

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2:00 PM

Distributor Day at EPIC2026

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Wednesday, February 11th (2:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

Bellagio, Monet 3-4 Meeting Rooms

A dedicated session for senior management personnel of HVAC distribution businesses featuring keynote presentations, a live voice of the customer contractor panel, review of all-new industry research findings that are important for distributors, and an exclusive evening party at Bruno Mars’ Pinky Ring Lounge.

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Thursday, February 12th

8:00 AM

Check-in & Breakfast

Opportunity to network, visit with exhibitors and enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet.

9:15 AM

Kickoff & Welcoming Remarks

Jim Knight kicks things off and reviews important event details for attendees.

9:30 AM

Opening Keynote

Ryan Leak

Leveling Up: Mastering Personal and Professional Growth

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10:30 AM

Break

Opportunity to network, enjoy refreshments and visit with exhibitors.

11:00 AM

Breakout Sessions

Choose to attend one of the following breakout session options:

  • Leverage a “WOW” Customer Service Experience to Unlock Growth and Increase Profits
  • Scaling Your Business for Wealth Creation
  • The Overlooked Market That Can Transform Your Bottom Line
  • Are You Fueling Growth or Burning Cash?

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12:00 PM

Lunch

Opportunity to network, visit with exhibitors and enjoy a complimentary lunch buffet.

1:00 PM

Breakout Sessions

Choose to attend one of the following breakout session options:

  • How Video and Training Fueled Barron’s 3x Growth to $45M
  • Shoot to Thrill: Maximize Sales Performance with Menu Pricing
  • The Hidden Revenue Killer: Stop Quick Fixes With Technology, Coaching, and Teamwide Accountability
  • Building Your Company Value to Sell (or to Keep!)

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2:00 PM

Break

Opportunity to network, enjoy refreshments and visit with exhibitors.

2:30 PM

Afternoon Keynote

Lori Greiner

Business Insights and Advice from America’s Favorite Shark

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3:30 PM

Product & Service Showcase Happy Hour

Visit the exhibitor tables inside the main ballroom and discover new products and services that can help you solve the challenges your business is facing. Beer, wine and light appetizers will be served.

7:00 PM

Evening Party

Networking, food, open bar, and live entertainment at Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar on the Strip until 10pm!

Friday, February 13th

8:00 AM

Breakfast

Opportunity to network, visit with exhibitors and enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet.

9:00 AM

Day 2 Kickoff

Jim Knight

Culture that Rocks: How to Amp Up Your Business’s Culture and Deliver Sustainable Results

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9:15 PM

Break

Opportunity to network, enjoy refreshments and visit with exhibitors.

9:30 AM

Breakout Sessions

Choose to attend one of the following breakout session options:

  • Pay to Play – How “No-Ceiling” Pay Can Lead to “No-Ceiling” Performance
  • Differentiate or Die: How to Set Your Business Apart from the Sea of Sameness
  • The Evolving Search Landscape: From Yellow Pages to AI-Driven Discovery
  • The Data-Driven Roadmap to Attracting and Retaining Top Residential and Commercial Talent

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10:30 AM

Break

Opportunity to network, enjoy refreshments and visit with exhibitors.

11:00 AM

Breakout Sessions

Choose to attend one of the following breakout session options:

  • Internal Operations: The Key to Driving Sales Performance
  • HVAC Industry Pulse 2026: Insights from EGIA’s Latest Survey of HVAC Business Leaders
  • Artificial Intelligence in the Trades
  • What’s Coming Next from HVAC’s Major Equipment Manufacturers: A Panel Discussion

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12:00 PM

Lunch

Opportunity to network, visit with exhibitors and enjoy a complimentary lunch buffet.

1:00 PM

Closing Keynote

James Clear

Atomic Habits: How to Get 1% Better Every Day

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2:00 PM

End of Conference

Conference concludes and attendees receive information about joining the presale list for EPIC2027 on their way out.

 

Presenters

Exhibitors

Exhibitor spaces for EPIC2026 are filling fast and the exhibitor list will be announced soon. If you are a company that serves home service contractors and are interested in exhibiting at EPIC2026, contact Lucas Ehrbar at 503-780-6045 or lehrbar@egia.org for more information.

EPIC2026
Ultimate Dream Trip

On January 1st, all Contractor University members will be entered into a drawing to win the Ultimate Dream Trip to EPIC2026!
Each member will receive 1 entry per year of pre-paid membership that they have for Contractor University as of January 1st, 2026

Book A Room

A limited number of discounted overnight accommodations have been secured at the Bellagio for attendees of EPIC2026. The discounted room rate is $225/night including resort fee (not including taxes). Click below to reserve your discounted room directly with the Bellagio.

Room Block Cutoff: Monday, January 12, 2026

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Contractor University
Members

Plus members who qualify for Loyalty Reward Program benefits receive 1 free all-access registration.
 
Premium, Premium2, and Next Level Coaching members receive 2 free all-access registrations.


Additional Contractors
 

All-access registration for Contractor University non-members or Contractor University members purchasing additional tickets above their free allotment.
 

$995

Register

Prices increase on 11/12/25

Non Contractors
 

Limited number of non-contractor tickets are available outside of exhibitor packages (subject to approval).

$1495

Register

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Evening Party Only
 

Networking, food, open bar, and live entertainment at Jason Aldean’s Kitchen + Rooftop Bar on February 12th from 7pm – 10pm! 21+

$225

Register

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