There are many ways to make meaningful connections at the SYTA Annual Conference. Each day, there are opportunities to cultivate new relationships by attending a general session, participating in education sessions, going to all networking events or in your prescheduled business appointments.

These prescheduled, six-minute appointments are designed to act as in-person introductions that would otherwise take place via phone, email or webcam. To learn more about scheduling these appointments, please visit our business sessions page.

SYTA offers a series of Webinars to help attendees prepare for Annual Conference. These are designed for first time attendees, but anyone is welcome to attend.  If you miss attending these webinars live, we will post the link to the recordings.

Join SYTA Staff and SYTA Annual Conference Committee to learn what to expect during your one-on-one business appointments and how to prepare for a successful appointment session.

We cannot wait to see you in Pittsburgh, PA for the 2026 SYTA Annual Conference! Join SYTA Staff and SYTA Annual Conference Committee to learn everything you need to know for the upcoming conference. Be sure to join us to learn what is new!

View the Volunteer Orientation webinar below! 

Buyers and suppliers both have the opportunity to participate in the sightseeing tours. What better way to meet new people than exploring a new city together?!

As you can see, the SYTA Annual Conference is poised to offer all attendees valuable opportunities to meet new people and create a foundation for future business. And, if there is a person or company that you desire to meet and haven’t been able to find them, a member of SYTA staff or SYTA leadership will ensure the connection is made. That is the SYTA Guarantee!