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BSA 2026 Convention: May 2–5, San Antonio, TX Register

Value of Convention Attendance

Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Villas

Here's why attendees value the Annual Convention:

  • Education and training
  • Maintain and build relationships
  • Relevant and timely business programs and access to high level decision makers from member distributor and manufacturing companies are staples of BSA conventions
  • The ability to keep up-to-date with changing industry trends
  • Hear about new products, equipment, technology and services
  • Save money, with the efficiency of seeing all your bearing channel partners in one place
  • Acquire new ideas
  • Maintain a presence – “see and be seen”

Value only found at the 2026 BSA Annual Convention:

Industry Updates

Find out the latest industry information from the BSA Distributor Survey results and ABMA Industry Update.

Incredible Speakers

  • Julie Holmes - AI is a freight train. Are you running behind or all aboard? AI isn’t just another stop; it’s your express ticket to leap ahead. It’s about harnessing new tools and technologies to sell smarter, serve better, and save tons of time. But wait, the tracks have their twists… You might be swamped with tech jargon and overwhelmed by conflicting advice. Not to mention the thousands of AI tools appearing daily! Plus, there’s the pressure of making crucial decisions and strategizing. You’re not alone! Julie demystifies AI, delivering clear, actionable strategies for innovation and application. Get on board to move your organization forward faster with practical insights. You’ll get current content grounded in research and sprinkled with plenty of laughs – that’s the Julie promise!
  • Tim Gabrielson - Comedy. Magic. Mindset Shifts for over 3 Decades. Tim Gabrielson doesn’t just take the stage—he transforms it. With a dynamic mix of comedy, magic, and meaningful insights, Tim creates an unforgettable experience that engages, inspires, and drives action. His keynote, "Look for the Good: It Makes Today Better", isn’t just about motivation—it’s about real, lasting change that improves both personal and professional lives. He's a storyteller with one simple mission: help people laugh more and live better. From his first theme park gig in Minnesota to headlining at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, his career has always been about creating moments of joy, wonder, and connection. Over time, that journey grew into something bigger than entertainment—it became a way to help people shift perspectives, break free from negativity, and discover the good that’s already in front of them. Tim’s passion for spreading smiles goes far beyond a goal—it’s the heartbeat of everything he does, driving a career dedicated to creating joy, connection, and lasting impact.

Location

Sporting Events

Unwind and network with your channel partners for a leisurely afternoon of golf.

Social Functions

Enjoy the Saturday Welcome Event and three nights of networking packed social events at no additional cost.

One-on-One Meetings With Your Channel Partners

  • Participate in Tuesday's Conference Table Sessions and/or make arrangements for private meetings on Tuesday afternoon or any other time that does not conflict with a BSA Convention scheduled activity or function.

Special Features

  • Gain insight for the future as BSA prepares to help you reconnect with your essential relationships.
  • Events planned specifically for spouses.
  • A plethora of tours and activities for family members of all ages.
The BSA Convention offers the best opportunity for the leadership of distributors and manufacturers to grow their relationships and set strategy for mutual business growth. This year, attendance at the convention is a must for all of us, to be able to move forward and rekindle those relationships that have been compromised over the past year.

John Masek, Bearing Service Inc.

I thought assigned seating for Sunday evening was a great idea. The "team" event made it an even better experience!

Jeff Williams, General Bearing Corporation

Great convention. Liked the change in the business program. Speakers were relevant to our industry. Social events were fun.

Jim Fitzpatrick, Bearing Specialty Company

I very much liked the assigned seating, and felt that pushed people to meet each other - as a first time attendee, I liked it very much.

– Charles Estermann, Weimer Bearing &Transmission, Inc.

This was the best convention I've attended because of the meeting structure, content, activities and venue.

David Zoesch, Schaeffler Group

It was a beautiful setting, very well run meetings, and some excellent group activities. The camaraderie throughout the organization and the fact that relationships do matter was very apparent.

Scott Eiss, NTN Bearing Corporation of America

Relationships Matter

The Annual Convention brings together the top leadership of only authorized bearing distributors and manufacturers and offers unparalleled opportunities to grow successful relationships with trusted supply chain partners.

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