If you’ve never been to an NPC Conference, make 2026 your year. The National Plasterers Council’s 37th Annual Conference will take place February 18–20, 2026, at the Westin Anaheim Resort — and if past years are any indication, this one’s going to be fabulous.

Every year, NPC manages to outdo itself. The hotels are always top-tier — impeccably designed, with stunning views and luxurious amenities that make you feel both relaxed and inspired. The Westin Anaheim continues that tradition, located just across from Disneyland

and surrounded by the best of Southern California.

And the food? Mountains of it. We’re talking gorgeous breakfast spreads and lavish lunches that rival a resort buffet. It’s a level of hospitality that makes you feel valued — because you are.

But the NPC Conference isn’t just about comfort — it’s where pool pros go to sharpen their edge. This year’s program features more than fifteen educational sessions, including a dedicated Spanish-language track, ensuring every member of your crew can benefit. Sessions cover everything from surface prep and waterproofing to acid washing, pigments, start-up best practices, and updates on the NPC Pro app. Every class is designed for practical, hands-on learning you can take straight to the job site.

For those who want to dive deeper, you can add the GENESIS

by PHTA course—an optional two-day class running on-site before the main conference (extra fee applies).

https://www.nationalplastererscouncil.com/annual-conference Networking is at the heart of NPC, and this event takes it seriously. From the lively Opening Reception to informal Conversation Stations, there’s no shortage of ways to meet the industry’s best and brightest. There’s also a New Member Reception to help you connect right away, and the Women of NPC reception to build community, mentorship, and support across the industry.

And don’t miss theAnnualAuction, hosted by Jay and Laura Eaton — a perennial favorite. Between bites of another show-stopping breakfast and lunch, you can bid on valuable products and services. It’s fun, fastpaced, and all for a great cause: supporting NPC’s ongoing research, education, and scholarship programs.

If you arrive early, you’ll have the option to play a round at Anaheim Hills Golf Club or enjoy a private brewery tasting and lunch at Brewheim — both optional add-ons that sell out quickly.

Rooms at the Westin Anaheim are available at a special conference rate of $284 per night, but you’ll want to reserve early; this event draws more than 70 percent of NPC’s membership each year, and rooms go fast.

Whether you’re a pool plasterer, builder, or service pro, NPC delivers the perfect blend of education, connection, and good living. You’ll come home refreshed, inspired, and ready to take your business to the next level. Register and book your stay now at NationalPlasterersCouncil. com/Annual-Conference.