Program Development Meeting

WM2026 Program Development Meeting

September 6-9, 2025

Registration is now open!

Click to Register

For registration questions, contact Meg Pratt, mpratt@wmsym.org

Accommodations

This year PDM will take place at the beautiful Wigwam Resort. Indulge in an unforgettable getaway with luxurious amenities amidst a picturesque setting. Relax in chic rooms, unwind at the spa, and bask poolside at our oasis in Arizona.

Rooms are reserved exclusively for registered attendees. (Link will be provided in confirmation email) If a room is booked without a corresponding PDM registration, the reservation may be subject to cancellation.

We’re pleased by the enthusiastic response to this year’s WM PDM — our room blocks are nearly full, and we are close to selling out what’s in our block .

If you attempt to book a room through the link provided and find no availability, we recommend calling the hotel directly at (844) 239-1641. The hotel has additional rooms available outside of our block and can assist you with booking with our group rate.

Below is a list of those hotels with government rate:

Nearby Hotels with Availability

Please note: WM does not have contracts or negotiated rates with any of the hotels listed above. Availability and pricing are subject to change, so we recommend booking early to secure your preferred accommodation.

Airlines

Flying to Phoenix for PDM? Take advantage of discounts for the airlines below.

Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for WM Symposia

You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY3ZH
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation
800 number.

We are pleased to partner with United Airlines for air travel to our upcoming event

To make flight reservations online, please click on discount code ZR5B710511
MileagePlus members earn valuable miles for their travel when using the Meetings discount code.
You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk Monday – Friday at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance.
Booking fees are waived for Meeting reservations.

Things To Do

ATTRACTIONS

P.W. Litchfield Heritage Center

  • 13912 W Camelback Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
  • Distance from hotel: 1.7 miles away
  • (623)535-4414

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

  • 15305 W McDowell Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85395
  • Distance from hotel: 4.0 miles away
  • (623)209-8840

Topgolf

Two Bay Bundle
  • 6101 N 99th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85305
  • Distance from hotel: 7.0 miles
  • (623) 218-2243

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium, & Safari Park

  • 10315 W McDowell Rd, Avondale, AZ 85392
  • Distance from hotel: 7.6 miles
  • 623-936-5300

Westgate Entertainment District

  • 6751 N Sunset Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85305
  • Distance from hotel: 7.8 miles
  • 480-387-5678

SUPPORT LOCAL

Park Cafe

Chill, lofty bar/eatery offering omelets & sandwiches for breakfast & lunch, plus outdoor seating.
  • 44 N Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
  • Distance from hotel: 0.3 miles away
  • (623)535-6661

Lazy Palm Sports Grill

Big screens line the exposed-brick walls of this easygoing sports bar serving big burgers & beers.
  • 76 N Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
  • Distance from hotel: 0.3 miles away
  • (623)518-6388

Old Pueblo Café

Casual cafe & pub serving up Sonoran-style Mexican plates in colorful surrounds with patio seating.
  • 102 N Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
  • Distance from hotel: 0.3 miles away
  • (623)935-5059

Papa Paul’s Brick Oven Pizza & Pasta

Convivial outlet offering wood-fired pies, hearty pasta dishes & sandwiches, plus outdoor dining
  • 118 N Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
  • Distance from hotel: 0.3 miles away
  • (623)215-6850

If you have any questions, please contact Henry Gooden, hgooden@wmsym.org for assistance.

During the Program Development Meeting (PDM), Program Advisory Committee (PAC/IPAC) Members & Supporters will create the preliminary program for the WM2026 Conference.

Interested in Becoming a PAC Supporter?

To learn more about becoming a PAC Supporter, please contact Gary Benda, gbenda@wmsym.org.

Thank You To Our Sponsors

If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact Maurya Palmer, mpalmer@wmsym.org for more details.

WM Symposia 2019