
March 8–11, 2026
The Emergency Management Association of Texas (EMAT) invites emergency management professionals, partners, and leaders from across Texas and beyond to attend the 19th Annual EMAT Leadership Symposium. This premier annual event brings together practitioners at all levels to share best practices, explore emerging issues, and strengthen leadership across the emergency management enterprise.
Dates: March 8–11, 2026
Location: Hilton College Station and Conference Center
Address: 801 University Drive East, College Station, TX 77840
Hotel Phone: 979-693-7500
The Hilton College Station and Conference Center offers a convenient, full-service venue designed to support collaboration, learning, and networking throughout the symposium.
Engage with emergency management leaders from across Texas
Learn from dynamic keynote speakers and experienced practitioners
Participate in breakout sessions focused on leadership, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation
Network with peers, partners, and solution providers
Gain insights you can immediately apply in your organization and community
Registration is now open.
Secure your spot early to take advantage of full access to symposium sessions, networking events, and special activities.
A discounted room block has been secured for symposium attendees at the host hotel.
EMAT Group Hotel Code: 93L
Room Rate: $153 per night
Booking Deadline: February 22, 2026
Hotel Booking Link
Or call 979-693-7500 and reference the EMAT Group Code 93L.
Rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are encouraged to book early.
Additional details regarding the agenda, keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and special events will be released as they are finalized. Check back regularly for updates.
We look forward to welcoming you to College Station for the 19th Annual EMAT Leadership Symposium—where leadership, collaboration, and preparedness come together.
About EMATThe Emergency Management Association of Texas is dedicated to the advancement of the field of emergency management both statewide and nationally. To that end, EMAT engages in an array of efforts to advance a statewide emergency management agenda and to promote the professional growth of the emergency management practitioner. |