Registration
Is Now Open!
Get ready for the premier multidisciplinary conference for Black professionals in land-related industries. Whether you're a developer, an engineer, an attorney, or something else entirely, if your work touches land, this is your room!
Hotel Accomodations
Conference attendees enjoy discounted rates on rooms when booking with the Westin Hotel in Charlotte, NC during the conference. Room reservations may be made by clicking the link below.
Reservations can also be made by phone:
Dial 1-866-837-4148 toll free. Specify Groundbreakers Conference.
Provide your arrival date and number of nights.
Have a credit card available to hold the room.
Registration Options
Includes:
✔️ Access to all 8 expert-led panel discussions
✔️ Access to conference breakout sessions
✔️ Admission to the 90's & 00's Hip-Hop/R&B Welcome Reception
✔️ Admission to the Groundbreakers Awards Ceremony
✔️ Conference meals and scheduled refreshments
✔️ Networking opportunities with attendees, speakers, and industry leaders
✔️ Access to the conference mobile app and attendee resources
VIP
Enjoy the complete Groundbreakers experience with exclusive access, premium networking opportunities, and special perks.
Includes everything in Standard Registration, plus:
⭐ Admission to the Charlotte Hornets Game and Groundbreakers Networking Mixer
⭐ Priority selection for tours and site visits (limited capacity)
⭐ Priority selection for Breakfast with Experts tables (choose your preferred topic before standard registrants)
⭐ Preferred seating at the Groundbreakers Awards Ceremony
⭐ VIP recognition throughout the conference
Everything you need for an exceptional Groundbreakers experience.
Standard
$899
(Early Bird- $699)
$1099
(Early Bird- $899)
Includes:
✔️ Access to 6 expert-led panel discussions
✔️ Admission to the Groundbreakers Awards Ceremony
✔️ Conference meals and scheduled refreshments
✔️ Networking opportunities with attendees, speakers, and industry leaders
✔️ Access to the conference mobile app and attendee resources
1-day| Friday,
November 6th
Access to all the conference activities on Friday, November 6, 2026.
Access to all the conference activities on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
1-day| Thursday,
November 5th
$399
$299
Includes:
✔️ Access to 2 expert-led panel discussions
✔️ Access to conference breakout tours and site visits
✔️ Conference meals and scheduled refreshments
✔️ Networking opportunities with attendees, speakers, and industry leaders
✔️ Access to the conference mobile app and attendee resources
Ready to Register?
By registering for the Groundbreakers Conference, you agree to these Terms and Conditions, as well as the Refund Policy on the registration page.
Need help redeeming your complimentary transit pass?
Take a look at this helpful guide from our partners at CATS. Note: your actual redemption code will be sent via email along with other conference information after registration.
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