Know Before You Go
Conference Venue
With the exception of the preconference field trips, all conference events will be held at the Raleigh Convention Center, 500 South Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.
Preconference field trips will depart from and return to the Raleigh Convention Center. Preregistration and additional fee required.
Presenters: AV & Bring your Laptop
Computer projectors or monitors will be available in every session room. You must bring your own laptop (or plan to share with another presenter) and AC power adapter. Mac users, don’t forget your own HDMI adapter (i.e., dongle). Since most of the meeting rooms are a moderate size, amplified sound and microphones will not be provided.
Courtesy to Speakers
During sessions, please silence all cell phones and other devices. The use of cameras and recording devices is prohibited unless you have received prior permission from the speaker.
Conference Check-in
Conference check-in, including badge pick-up for attendees and speakers and a full-service registration desk, are located in the Main Lobby of the RCC. Hours:
- Monday, 10am-6pm
- Tuesday, 7:30am-4pm
- Wednesday, 7:30am-4pm
- Thursday, 7:30am-11:30am
Badges are required for all conference sessions and events. All attendees, including speakers and session chairs, must register and pay the registration fee. Lost badges can be replaced at the Conference Check-in desk for a nominal fee.
BYOWB
Bring Your Own Water Bottle (BYOWB) and support INFORMS’ sustainability efforts. The RCC has bottle filling stations in the North and South Hallways. There are two more on the ballroom level.
Networking and Meals
Conference attendees are offered the following opportunities to network:
- Monday’s Welcome Reception, 5:30 to 7pm
- Tuesday’s two (2) Coffee Breaks
- Wednesday’s two (2) Coffee Breaks
- Wednesday’s Posters, Munch & Mingle, 12:15 to 1:30pm
- Thursday’s Coffee Break
Locations and menus will be available in the mobile app.
Please note: You’re on your own for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Raleigh offers several great restaurants. Be sure to check the mobile app for a curated list of nearby dining options.
Conference Photos
View photos updated throughout the Conference in one of three places: the Social Timeline in the mobile app, conference homepage, or directly on INFORMS Flickr. Share your own conference pictures with us on X and Instagram using #HEALTHCARE2026.
