Today, August 1, 2026, we begin work on the 2028 Conference, which is scheduled to occur in January 2028 in Vero Beach. We will be reaching out to our vendors to make arrangements for catering and other services that are required to make our conference successful. Contacting our vendors early will ensure that they will lock in the date and time their services will be required. The same applies regarding our chosen venue.
We are also interviewing potential speakers, and, in that regard, we have already contacted and approved several. Like previous conferences, we will continue building on those things that were successful (the reception, banquet, and auction) and add things that we believe will enhance the overall experience. As with prior conferences, our 2028 conference will follow the FUN Show and begin with a reception followed by a 4-day program, which includes a reception on the first day followed by 3 days of speakers. The format will be very similar to our last conference.
As indicated, we will be incorporating some new features into our program. We will be developing these new additions over the next year and will update everyone once everything has been finalized. In the meantime, tickets will go on sale in exactly one year, August 1, 2027. Prices will be advertised well in advance.
So, with that said, we have our work cut out for us. Stay tuned for details!
Ben Costello
President, 1715 Fleet Society
