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BMA Smart Healthcare Facilities Convention 2026
Houston, Texas · Sep 1–2, 2026

The Smart Healthcare Facilities Convention 2026

A day and a half with senior healthcare executives, innovation leaders, and technology providers — built around candid panel discussions, curated networking, and the kind of conversations that don't happen over email.

Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton, Houston Hobby Airport
Dates
September 1 – 2, 2026
Format
Invite-only, senior-level delegates
Why Attend

Built for the conversations that matter

Four elements anchor every day on-site — designed to put you in the room with the right people, not just the right sessions.

01

Panel Discussions

Sessions on smart infrastructure, cybersecurity, sustainability, and AI in operations — led by facilities directors and technologists actually running these programs.

02

Networking Opportunities

Curated, invite-only mixing with senior decision-makers and vetted solution providers — structured for real one-on-one meetings, not badge scanning.

03

Cocktail Receptions

Evening cocktails on Day 1 and Day 2 — the setting where most of the actual deal-making and relationship-building happens.

04

Lunch & Dinner Sessions

Round-table lunch and a closing dinner built into the schedule, keeping delegates and speakers together between sessions.

Panel Topics

What's on the agenda

The pressing and emerging issues shaping the future of healthcare facilities — covered across panels, keynotes, and expert talks.

01

Smart Infrastructure & Predictive Maintenance

02

Patient-Centric Facility Design

03

Energy Efficiency & Sustainability

04

Emergency Preparedness

05

Cybersecurity & Risk Management

06

Healthcare Data & Predictive Analytics

07

Telehealth & Remote Monitoring Integration

08

Workforce Retention & Wellbeing Tech

09

AI in Medical Operations & Diagnostics

10

Accessible Design & Transport Tech

11

Compliance, Safety, and Standards

12

Procurement Innovation & Resilience

Event Schedule

A day and a half, Houston

A working snapshot of the agenda — panels, expert talks, and the networking moments built around them.

Day 1 · Half DayTue, Sep 1
2:00 PM Exhibitor Set UpOps
3:00 PM Exhibitor Set UpOps
4:00 PM Exhibitor Set UpOps
5:00 PM Networking CocktailCocktails
6:00 PM Networking CocktailCocktails
Day 2 · Full DayWed, Sep 2
7:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
8:30 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
9:00 AM Industry Expert Talk
9:15 AM Industry Expert Talk
9:30 AM Industry Expert Talk
9:45 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
10:15 AM Coffee Break / 101 Sessions
11:15 AM Panel DiscussionPanel
11:45 AM Industry Expert Talk
12:00 PM Industry Expert Talk
12:15 PM Industry Expert Talk
12:30 PM Lunch SessionLunch
1:30 PM Panel DiscussionPanel
2:00 PM Industry Expert Talk
2:15 PM Industry Expert Talk
2:30 PM Coffee Break / 101 Sessions
3:30 PM Panel DiscussionPanel
4:00 PM Panel / 101 SessionsPanel
4:30 PM Panel / 101 SessionsPanel
5:00 PM Smart Facility Awards
5:30 PM Networking CocktailsCocktails
6:00 PM Networking CocktailsCocktails
7:00 PM Networking CocktailsCocktails
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM DinnerDinner
Registration

Sign up to attend

Registration is open to healthcare executives, facility directors, and innovation leaders attending as delegates.

Delegates

Delegate Registration

Includes access to all panels, keynotes, meals, and networking events across the full agenda.

Register as Delegate →
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