Member Registration: $200
​Renaissance Minneapolis Bloomington Hotel, 5500 American Blvd W, Bloomington, MN 55437
BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOM at the special Annual Meeting rate of $144 per night
​Interested in sponsorship?
Show your support for CRC and connect with leaders from across the celebration industry. Each sponsorship includes free Annual Meeting registrations.
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​Move the Celebration Industry Forward — Together
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CRC’s Annual Member Meeting brings members together to look at what’s changing now, where the industry is headed and what it means for the celebration marketplace.
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This year’s program will combine outside perspective, practical industry discussion and time for member connection as we address the issues shaping the marketplace, share CRC’s direction for 2027 and highlight how members can support the work ahead.
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What to Expect
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Forward-looking industry perspective
Insights on the market, policy and business forces shaping celebration in 2027.
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Practical preparation for what’s ahead
What emerging advocacy, sustainability and supply-chain issues mean for members and how CRC is preparing.
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A voice in CRC’s 2027 direction
Opportunities to share what members need most and help shape CRC’s priorities and member value.
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Meaningful industry connection
Dedicated time to connect with peers, sponsors and leaders across the celebration marketplace.
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2026 Program Highlights
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Celebration Forward: CRC’s Direction for 2027
A look at what moved in 2026, what CRC heard from members and the priorities guiding the coalition in 2027.
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Helium 2027: Supply, Cost & Resilience
A forward look at helium supply, pricing and availability, the forces shaping the market and what celebration businesses should be watching as they plan for 2027.
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Protecting Access: CRC’s 2027 Advocacy & Market-Access Agenda
A practical look at priority legislative and regulatory issues, readiness and responsible-use implementation — and what members should expect in the year ahead.​
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Building the Future Responsibly
Sustainability, stewardship, extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation and the practical expectations shaping the celebration marketplace.
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Growing the Celebration Marketplace
Retail, grocery, value, e-commerce and evolving channels — and where new opportunities for category growth are emerging.
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Member Exchange: What CRC Must Deliver in 2027
A facilitated discussion giving members a direct voice in CRC’s priorities, programs and member value.
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From Strategy to Action
How CRC will translate its 2027 priorities into action, where members can engage and what comes next.
Featured Industry Speakers​
Growing the Celebration Marketplace
Nick Bertram - President & Chief Operating Officer, Michaels
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Nick Bertram is President and Chief Operating Officer of Michaels, overseeing Stores, Services, Artistree and Real Estate. A purpose-driven leader with more than 20 years in retail and grocery, he previously served as CEO of Flashfood and President of The GIANT Company. Nick brings a leading retailer’s perspective on the changing celebration marketplace, evolving retail channels and opportunities for category growth.
Helium 2027: Supply, Cost & Resilience
Maura Garvey - President & Intelligas Consulting
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Maura Garvey is President of Intelligas Consulting LLC, which serves the U.S. and international industrial, medical and specialty gases community. She specializes in worldwide helium supply, demand and pricing studies for major suppliers, end users and investors, and has authored more than 100 articles on industrial gas markets. Maura brings a helium market analyst's perspective on supply, demand and pricing.
​Schedule at a Glance
Wednesday, November 11
5:30–7:30 PM CT | Annual Meeting Welcome Reception
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Thursday, November 12
8:00–9:00 AM CT | Breakfast & Member Connection
9:00 AM–12:00 PM CT | Morning Program
12:00–1:15 PM CT | Networking Lunch
1:15–4:00 PM CT | Afternoon Program & Closing
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Member Registration
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Member Registration: $200
Not Currently a CRC Member?
Prospective members and industry partners interested in participating should contact CRC to learn more about membership, attendance or sponsorship opportunities.
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Thank You to Our 2026 Annual Meeting Sponsors!
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Put your organization in the room with companies and leaders from across the celebration industry while supporting an event focused on protecting access, growing value and building the future of the celebration marketplace.