Annual Seminar
The 2026 FCBA Annual Seminar will be held at the Hotel Hershey on May 15-17, 2026. We are planning what promises to be an outstanding program filled with the latest information on telecom issues and great networking opportunities.
Watch for program details in the coming months.
Program and Sponsorship
The Annual Seminar features programming filled with the latest information on telecom issues and great networking opportunities. As always, FCBA welcomes a wide range of stakeholders from both the government and private sector.
Sponsorships:
There are several sponsorship options available. Gold Sponsors will receive two (2) complimentary registrations, and Silver Sponsors will receive one (1) complimentary registration. In addition, there are special event opportunities. Click here for further details.
TO SPONSOR:
- SIGN IN to your account.
- Go to EVENTS – 2026 FCBA Annual Seminar Sponsorship – register and select the level.
- If you are signing up on behalf of a member, sign in using their credentials (username and password).
*Purchasing a sponsorship will not automatically register anyone. It simply indicates to FCBA that your organization is sponsoring the event. At this time, you do not need to determine who will be using the complimentary registration(s). Elina Gross will contact you separately for this information. IF YOU ARE A PLATINUM SPONSOR, YOU DO NOT NEED TO SIGN UP TO SPONSOR AGAIN. We will contact you for further information.
Register and Reserve Your Room Today!
THE FCBA SPECIAL GROUP RATE WILL ONLY BE GUARANTEED THROUGH MONDAY, APRIL 6. After this date, it is likely that the room rates will increase.
Guests should make reservations online by accessing the following link https://www.thehotelhershey.com/qr/IWSUIC7YRV/ which will direct you straight to the FCBA reservation site. Note that the link will not work in Internet Explorer. You may also call 855-729-3108 and identify as part of the Federal Communications Bar Association group at The Hotel Hershey. The room rate is $409 per room, per night, plus tax. There are no resort or parking fees.
A limited number of rooms for government employees are available at reduced rates. Contact Kerry (kerry@fcba.org) for more information on lodging options.
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TO REGISTER AN INDIVIDUAL: More information coming soon.
Thanks to Our 2026 Annual Seminar Sponsors!
PLATINUM sponsors
AT&T
Covington & Burling LLP
HWG LLP
NCTA – The Internet & Television Association
T-Mobile
Verizon
Wiley Rein LLP
Wilkinson Barker Knauer, LLP
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
GOLD
SILVER
Cox Enterprises, Inc
Lerman Senter PLLC
Nokia
Charter Communications
JSI, LLC
Activity sponsors
Friday Evening Reception
Crest Hill Advisors
Friday Night Bingo
AT&T Services
Saturday Evening Reception
Somos, Inc.
Karaoke
Hogan Lovells
The Hotel Hershey - May 15-17, 2026
The 2026 Annual Seminar will be held at the Hotel Hershey in Hershey, PA.
Other Signature Activities
Saturday Afternoon Golf
Participate in the golf outing and enjoy an afternoon at the Hershey Country Club, a private, year-round destination for Members of all ages – steeped in a rich history and destined for a sweet tomorrow. Designed by Maurice McCarthy in 1930, the West Course is a traditional, yet ever-enjoyable course. Enjoy sweet, bird’s-eye views of the town of Hershey as you play your way through a leisurely day of golf. The West Course requires all 14 clubs, making it great practice for golfers of all skill levels.
Saturday Afternoon Activity
Spend your afternoon experiencing Chocolate World and the famous trolley ride through the town of Hershey. Start off with the ever-popular Create Your Own Candy Bar experience. Next join your conductor on an in-depth sightseeing and chocolate-tasting journey throughout Hershey of today and years past. As you learn about the life of Milton Hershey, you'll visit all the historical sites in the town he created, from his birthplace and the original HERSHEY’S Chocolate factory to the famous HERSHEY’S KISSES streetlights and his historic home, Highpoint Mansion. After the tour, you are able to learn how tropical cocoa beans become world-famous HERSHEY’S Chocolate on our chocolate factory tour ride.
Saturday On Your Own
Explore the Town of Hershey - Visit Hersheypark, Hershey Gardens, The Hershey Museum, ZooAmerica, Hershey Theatre. There are also tons of activities at the Hotel Hershey, including relaxing at the Spa, Hiking, Falconry, shopping, and more!
Thanks to the Annual Seminar Sponsors






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