2026 Networking Events
Welcome Reception
Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 5:00-7:00PM
Location: The Grove Lawn
Join the GWMS welcome reception to kick off your time in Palm Springs! Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and valuable networking opportunities with academics, researchers, and thought leaders from across the waste and recycling industry.
Sponsored by our Gold Sponsors
Golf
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 12:30PM
Location: Celebrity Course at the Indian Wells Golf Resort
Join your peers for an enjoyable afternoon of golf on the Clive Clark designed Celebrity Course at the Indian Wells Golf Resort in Palm Springs, CA. In addition to spectacular mountain views, the Par-72 Celebrity Course features undulating fairways, and flowing water in the form of streams, brooks, and split-level lakes connected by striking waterfalls, with vibrant floral detail. This California golf course is unrivaled in beauty and playability.
The golf outing includes greens fees for the Celebrity Course, as well as lunch before tee off and a reception after. You can create your own team by choosing to be paired with specific players.
Timeless hospitality at an affordable price! The iconic Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas is the official hotel for the Global Waste Management Symposium. Founded by Hollywood legends Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz in 1957, this boutique-style hotel offers spectacular views and direct access to the Indian Wells Golf Resort.
Golf Sponsors
Format of Play
Team Scramble: Each player shall play his/her drive from the teeing ground on every hole. The TEAM shall select the best DRIVE and from that position play will continue with each player playing his/her ball from this selected position. After the “second” shots have been completed, play shall continue in the same manner as the “third” and “fourth” strokes are played from the most advantageous position. Remember putting shall follow the same formula until the ball has been holed.
Make sure to add the golf outing when registering for the conference.
Other Receptions
Young Professionals Meet Up
Monday, February 23, 2026
Time: 7:00 AM
Location: Opening Breakfast on Fountain Drive
Monday Cocktail Reception
Monday, February 23, 2026
Time: 5:30-7:00PM
Location: Indian Wells Ballroom
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Tuesday Cocktail Reception
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time: 5:00-6:30PM
Location: Indian Wells Ballroom
