Conference begins in
0
Days
:
0
Hrs
:
0
Min
:
0
Sec
58th Biennial NAD Conference · Hilton San Francisco Union Square
58th Biennial NAD Conference
Roots and Rising · June 30 – July 5, 2026 · Hilton San Francisco Union Square · Conference concluded
6
Conference Days
77+
Workshops
5
Evening Events
30+
Exhibitors
6
COR Sessions
7
Open Positions
TODAY'S EVENTS
Venue
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
BART: Powell Street Station (walking distance)
EV Charging: 6th floor + valet area
Your Role
Conference Delegate
You served as a COR delegate with full voting rights during the June 30 – July 5 sessions.
New NAD Officers and Board Regional Members were elected during the COR sessions.
Conference Status
Concluded
The 58th Biennial NAD Conference concluded July 5, 2026 at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square.
Board minutes and reference materials remain available on this site.
Parliamentary Authority
Robert's Rules (RONR 12th Ed.)
Per NAD Bylaws § 7.1. Use the ⚖ AI Research tab to instantly verify any procedure, motion, or vote requirement.
QUICK NAVIGATION
Full Schedule
Workshops
Board Elections
COR & Delegates
Evening Events
Exhibit Hall
Travel & Hotel
AI Research
Full Conference Schedule
June 29 – July 5, 2026 · All times Pacific (PDT)
Mon
June 29
Early Arrivals & Volunteer Orientation| Time | Event | Access |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Board, Staff, Volunteer & Delegate Arrivals | |
| 12:00 – 4:00 PM | Volunteer Orientation | Not Public |
Tue
June 30
Arrivals, Exhibit Setup & Board Meeting| Time | Event | Access |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Arrivals — Board, Staff, Volunteers, Delegates | |
| 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Exhibitor Move-In | Not Public |
| 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Registration Opens Onsite only — online registration is closed | |
| 1:00 – 5:00 PM | NAD Board Meeting | Open to Public |
Wed
July 1
Exhibits, Workshops, COR & Opening Ceremony| Time | Event | Access |
|---|---|---|
| 7:30 – 11:30 AM | COR Networking — Session 1 | Delegates |
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Workshops — Concurrent Sessions 1 & 2 (Morning) | |
| 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Registration | |
| 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM | Exhibit Hall Opens | |
| 1:00 – 4:00 PM | COR Work Groups — Session 2 | Delegates |
| 1:00 – 4:15 PM | Workshops — Concurrent Sessions 1 & 2 (Afternoon) | |
| 4:15 – 5:15 PM | COR Caucuses | Delegates |
| 5:00 – 7:00 PM | President's Gathering Combo ticket holders & Workshop/Exhibit registrants | |
| 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Opening Ceremony ⭐ "The Way Forward" — Sheri Ann Farinha (CEO, NorCal Services) & Andy Imparato (CEO, Disability Rights CA). ASL National Anthem by Fred Michael Beam | 🎟 Ticketed |
Thu
July 2
Exhibits, Workshops, COR & Cultural Extravaganza| Time | Event | Access |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:30 AM | Gallaudet University Alumni Gathering | Private |
| 7:30 – 11:30 AM | COR Business Meeting — Session 3 | Delegates Open to Public |
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Workshops — Concurrent Sessions 3 & 4 (Morning) | |
| 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Registration | |
| 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Exhibit Hall | |
| 1:00 – 4:00 PM | COR Business Meeting — Session 4 | Delegates Open to Public |
| 1:00 – 4:15 PM | Workshops — Concurrent Sessions 3 & 4 (Afternoon) | |
| 4:15 – 5:15 PM | COR Caucuses | Delegates |
| 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Cultural Extravaganza ⭐ Deaf culture performances and storytelling | 🎟 Ticketed |
| 9:00 – 10:30 PM | Youth Leadership Camp Alumni Foundation Gathering Suggested Donation: $20 | Open to All |
Fri
July 3
Exhibits, Workshops, COR & College Bowl| Time | Event | Access |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 – 8:30 AM | NTID/RIT Alumni Gathering | Private |
| 7:30 – 11:30 AM | COR Business Meeting — Session 5 | Delegates Open to Public |
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Workshops — Concurrent Sessions 5 & 6 (Morning) | |
| 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | Exhibit Hall | |
| 1:00 – 4:00 PM | COR Business Meeting — Session 6 | Delegates Open to Public |
| 1:00 – 4:15 PM | Workshops — Concurrent Sessions 5 & 6 (Afternoon) | |
| 4:15 – 5:15 PM | COR Caucuses | Delegates |
| 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Exhibit Hall Tear Down & Move-Out | |
| 7:00 – 9:00 PM | College Bowl Competition ⭐ Gallaudet University vs NTID/RIT | 🎟 Ticketed |
| 9:00 – 11:30 PM | ASL Slam | Post-College Bowl Social NAD × Deaf in Government Collaboration | Registrants Only |
Sat
July 4
Workshops, Board Meeting & Conference Bash| Time | Event | Access |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Workshops — Concurrent Sessions 7 & 8 (Morning) | |
| 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | NAD Board Meeting | Open to Public |
| 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Registration | |
| 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Deaf Market Day Deaf-owned businesses and artists | Open to All |
| 1:00 – 4:00 PM | NAD Board Orientation | Not Public |
| 2:00 – 4:00 PM | California Association of the Deaf Statewide Meeting | CAD Members |
| 4:30 – 8:30 PM | Conference Bash / Closing Celebration ⭐ | SOLD OUT |
Sun
July 5
Departure DayNo scheduled conference events. Safe travels.
Workshops & Training Sessions
77+ sessions · CEUs available through RID (SaVRID) · July 1–4, 2026
Day:
Track:
Board Elections — 2026
Voting occurs during COR Sessions · July 1–3, 2026
⚠ Candidacy deadline: Wednesday, July 1 at 12:00 PM PDT — Elections Committee: Melissa Draganac Hawk (Chair)
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS (2-year term 2026–2028)
President
2-year term · max 3 consecutive
Stephanie Hakulin
Floor nominations allowed (1 candidate)
Vice President
2-year term · max 3 consecutive
Jenny Buechner
Jack Z. Ludwig
Kevin Ryan
Secretary
2-year term · max 3 consecutive
Jacob Leffler
Floor nominations allowed (1 candidate)
Treasurer
2-year term · max 3 consecutive
Octavio Cuenca Maldonado
Floor nominations allowed (1 candidate)
REGIONAL BOARD MEMBERS (4-year term 2026–2030)
Region I — Northern States
CT, DE, DC, ME, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT, VA, WV
Thomas W. Minch
Floor nominations allowed (1 candidate)
Region II — Midwestern States
IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, SD, WI
⚠ No candidates — floor nominations open
Region III — Southern States
AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, PR, SC, TN, TX, USVI
Joseph "Ari" Latino
Floor nominations allowed (1 candidate)
Region IV — Western States
AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, OR, UT, WA, WY + Territories
Jack Z. Ludwig
Floor nominations allowed (1 candidate)
NAD Bylaws § 4.6 — Floor Nominations: "There shall be no nominations from the floor except in cases where there is not more than one (1) candidate running for the Elected Offices at the time of deadline in which nominations from the floor shall then be accepted."
Eligibility (§ 4.2 / § 4.3): Candidate must have been a member of the Association and a member of a State Association Affiliate and/or Membership-Based Nonprofit Organizational Affiliate for two years immediately preceding the election.
Eligibility (§ 4.2 / § 4.3): Candidate must have been a member of the Association and a member of a State Association Affiliate and/or Membership-Based Nonprofit Organizational Affiliate for two years immediately preceding the election.
Council of Representatives
Delegate business sessions · July 1–3, 2026 · Open to the public (business sessions)
COR Schedule
| Wed July 1 AM | Session 1 — Networking (7:30–11:30 AM) |
| Wed July 1 PM | Session 2 — Work Groups (1:00–4:00 PM) |
| Thu July 2 AM | Session 3 — Business (7:30–11:30 AM) ✓ Public |
| Thu July 2 PM | Session 4 — Business (1:00–4:00 PM) ✓ Public |
| Fri July 3 AM | Session 5 — Business (7:30–11:30 AM) ✓ Public |
| Fri July 3 PM | Session 6 — Business (1:00–4:00 PM) ✓ Public |
| Daily 4:15–5:15 PM | Regional Caucuses |
Quorum Rule (NAD Bylaws § 5.1.5)
Quorum = majority of voting delegates registered with the credential committee as in attendance, provided that at least one-third of the State Associations and Membership-Based Nonprofit Organizational Affiliates in good standing are present.
Delegate Representation (§ 5.1.5.1)
- 20–199 members → up to 2 delegates
- 200–399 members → up to 3 delegates
- 400–599 members → up to 4 delegates
- 600–799 members → up to 5 delegates
- 800+ members → up to 6 delegates
Proposed Bylaws Amendments
Proposed amendments were submitted to the Bylaws Committee 60 days prior per NAD Bylaws § 8.1 and distributed to delegates 30 days prior. They will be read during the conference and acted upon immediately thereafter. View the full list at nad.org/sf26/proposed-bylaws-amendments/.
Vote required to adopt: Two-thirds (2/3) of the Council of Representatives present and voting (§ 8.1).
To suspend bylaws: Four-fifths (4/5) vote required (§ 8.2).
Delegate Rights & Privileges (RONR + NAD Bylaws)
- Right to attend all COR business sessions
- Right to make motions, speak in debate, and vote (RONR § 3 & 4)
- Voting rights on all resolutions, bylaws amendments, and elections within your region
- Board of Directors and Past Presidents have floor privileges but no vote (§ 5.1.7)
- Right to request division of the assembly to verify a voice vote (RONR § 29)
- Right to object to consideration of a question (RONR § 26)
- Candidates in a contested election cannot vote in their own case (RONR § 59:24)
Delegate Roster
Updated 6/25/2026 ·
Evening Events — Nights of Unity
Ticketed events highlighted. Conference Bash is sold out.
Wed
Jul 1
Opening Ceremony — "The Way Forward" ⭐
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Ticketed
Keynote addresses by Sheri Ann Farinha (CEO, NorCal Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing) and Andrew J. "Andy" Imparato (CEO, Disability Rights California). ASL National Anthem performed by Fred Michael Beam.
Thu
Jul 2
Cultural Extravaganza ⭐
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Ticketed
Deaf culture performances, storytelling, and artistic expression celebrating the richness of the Deaf community.
Thu
Jul 2
Youth Leadership Camp Alumni Foundation Gathering
9:00 PM – 10:30 PM · Open to All · Suggested Donation $20
Informal alumni gathering open to all conference attendees. Donations support the Youth Leadership Camp Foundation.
Fri
Jul 3
College Bowl Competition ⭐
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Ticketed
Gallaudet University vs NTID/RIT — academic competition showcasing student excellence from the two flagship Deaf universities.
Fri
Jul 3
ASL Slam | Post-College Bowl Social
9:00 PM – 11:30 PM · Conference Registrants Only
NAD × Deaf in Government collaboration. Post-competition social event featuring ASL poetry slam. For registered conference attendees.
Sat
Jul 4
Conference Bash / Closing Celebration ⭐
4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The signature closing celebration of the 58th Biennial Conference.
SOLD OUT
Exhibit Hall
July 1–4 · Free & open to the public during hall hours
Hall Hours
| Wed July 1 | 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM (with President's Gathering) |
| Thu July 2 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Fri July 3 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Teardown after) |
| Sat July 4 | Deaf Market Day 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
Major Sponsors & Partners
Chase
Google
Microsoft
Meta
Disney
Waymo
Morgan Stanley
Gallaudet University
All Exhibitors
Travel & Hotel
Hilton San Francisco Union Square · 333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Hotel
| Hotel | Hilton San Francisco Union Square |
| Address | 333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102 |
| Conference Rate | Special NAD block rate available — book through Passkey (deadline was June 12; check with hotel directly for availability) |
| EV Charging | Available on 6th floor and valet area |
Parking Options
| Hilton Self-Parking | 333 O'Farrell St · $74/day + tax |
| Mason O'Farrell Garage | 325 Mason St · Rates vary |
| Handlery Union Square | 351 Geary St · Rates vary |
| Axion Hotel | 28 Cyril Magnin St · Rates vary |
Getting Around San Francisco
| BART | Powell Street Station — walking distance from hotel |
| Muni Metro & Buses | Fully accessible throughout the city |
| Cable Cars | Historic and scenic; routes near Union Square |
| Rideshare / Taxi | Pickup zones near hotel entrance |
Weather
San Francisco in July: mornings and evenings are cool (60–70°F / 15–21°C). Daytime can be warmer but fog is common. Pack layers — the city is significantly cooler than most of the country in July.
Key Contacts
| Conference Email | conference@nad.org |
| Workshop Feedback | workshops@nad.org |
| NAD HQ | 8630 Fenton St, Suite 202, Silver Spring, MD 20910 |
| Join/Renew NAD | nad.org/join/ |
| SF Travel Info | sftravel.com/believe-san-francisco |
NAD Board Meeting Minutes
Official minutes from NAD Board of Directors meetings · 2022–2026
2026
📄 Board Meeting — April 15, 2026 · Rochester, NY Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — January 30–31, 2026 · San Francisco, CA Open PDF ↗
2025
📄 Board Meeting — October 29–30, 2025 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — April 17, 2025 · Columbus, OH Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — January 16, 2025 · Salt Lake City, UT Open PDF ↗
2024
📄 Board Meeting — September 27, 2024 · Portland, ME Open PDF ↗
📄 COR Business Meeting — July 2–5, 2024 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — July 1–6, 2024 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — April 11–12, 2024 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — January 11–13, 2024 Open PDF ↗
2023
📄 Board Meeting — September 20–21, 2023 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — April 13–15, 2023 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — January 12–14, 2023 Open PDF ↗
2022
📄 Board Meeting — October 6–8, 2022 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — July 4, 2022 Open PDF ↗
📄 Council of Representatives — June 30–July 3, 2022 Open PDF ↗
📄 Board Meeting — June 29, 2022 · Orlando, FL Open PDF ↗
Parliamentary Research Tool
Instant AI-powered verification using NAD Bylaws 2024 + RONR 12th Ed. + Maryland statutes
CoR Standing Rules (2026) + NAD Bylaws (2024) always included in every query — per Article VII § 7.1, RONR is the parliamentary authority of the Association