Independent College Bookstore Association

B2B Networking Discussions - Apparel/Gift May 2026
2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Learn and share with the ICBA Community as we talk about all things apparel/Gift - ask questions, ask follow-ups, & share your observations. You drive the networking discussion!
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B2B Networking Discussions - Supplies + Tech May 2026
2026-05-28 13:00 - 14:00
Learn and share with the ICBA Community as we talk about BOTH Supplies and Tech! Ask questions, ask follow-ups, & share your observations. You drive the networking discussion!
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NACAS CX West 2026
2026-05-31 - 2026-06-02 | Hilton Long Beach, CA
Join ICBA and the NACAS Community at West CX 2026 in Long Beach, CA! Jon Bibo, ICBA's CEO, will be at the trade show; Jon and the team have previously attended NACAS events, including giving multiple C3X presentations as well as at NACAS regional events, believing in the importance of connecting with and educating the auxiliary services and business officer communities on independent self-operation.

Tri-States Annual Conference
2026-06-02 - 2026-06-04 | Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN
Join ICBA and the Tri-States Bookstore Association at Gustavus Adolphus College! ICBA VP of Membership & Operations Sonda Uitermarkt delivers the newest "ICBA Innovators" session spotlighting innovative successes at independent stores--happening June 3rd!

S2S Networking Discussions - Community Colleges June 2026
2026-06-09 11:00 - 12:00
Store Leaders, learn and share with your ICBA Community of peers as we talk about successes, challenges, and trends in store operations. You get to drive the networking discussion, so ask questions, ask follow-ups, & share your observations - this is your time!
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Networking Discussions - Student Employee Development June 2026
2026-06-09 13:00 - 14:00
We'll discuss helping talented student workers develop and grow, and providing opportunities to lead and learn through both formal programs or informal opportunities. You get to drive the networking discussion, so ask questions, ask follow-ups, & share your observations - this is your time!
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Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales OVER $7M June 2026
2026-06-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Store2Store: Total Store Sales Over $7M
ICBA Store2Store Calls are an open forum for peers to discuss important topics, pressing issues, and identify opportunities for collaborative solutions. Sessions are grouped by common interests and common challenges to ensure the ideas discussed are relevant and actionable. ICBA Members must be logged in to register. Once you log in, a registration link will appear below.

B2B Networking Discussions - Course Materials June 2026
2026-06-10 13:00 - 14:00
Learn and share with the ICBA Community as we talk about all things Course Materials! Ask questions, ask follow-ups, & share your observations. You drive the networking discussion!
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Website Engagement - Marketing Discussion June 2026
2026-06-16 11:00 - 12:00
Learn and share with the ICBA Community as we talk about all things Website (think workflows, traffic, content, conversion--anything!) Ask questions and share your observations and ideas. Members, you drive the networking discussion!
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Retail Trends Networking Discussion June 2026
2026-06-16 13:00 - 14:00
We'll discuss what successes and ideas from general retail "out in the world" might be applied to our specialty collegiate market--observations and ideas could come from anywhere--ecommerce, malls, general specialty retail, mass retail, and more!! Ask questions and share your observations and ideas. Members, you drive the networking discussion!
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AI Networking Discussion June 2026
2026-06-17 11:00 - 12:00
AI is ALWAYS a popular professional development and networking topic. Here, we'll open it up to everything from campus AI initiatives and productivity-boosting generative or agentic AI uses to favorite platforms. AI in our Community has shown to be a powerful differentiator on campuses!
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Operational Efficiencies Networking Discussion June 2026
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00

Store2Store Networking Call: Store Sales UP TO $7M June 2026
2026-06-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Store2Store: Total Store Sales Up to $7M
ICBA Store2Store Calls are an open forum for peers to discuss important topics, pressing issues, and identify opportunities for collaborative solutions. Sessions are grouped by common interests and common challenges to ensure the ideas discussed are relevant and actionable. ICBA Members must be logged in to register. Once you log in, a registration link will appear below.

Fun at Work Networking Call June 2026
2026-06-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Fun at Work!
Together we'll ask and answer about having fun at work! We can share on:

What makes your store a great place to work?
How do your teammates connect and celebrate working together?
Bring your best ideas to have fun at work?
How do you have fun with customers?

ICBA Members must be logged in to register. Once you log in, a registration link will appear below.

Dallas Gift Market
2026-06-24 - 2026-06-29 | Dallas Market Center, 2100 Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, TX, 75207
Buyers can join up with ICBA Vendor Programs Manager Svea Chrimes to tour the Dallas Gift Market and visit with new and established vendors. In any given year, ICBA may attend the Dallas, Las Vegas, and/or Atlanta Gift Markets, hosting ICBA Member Buyers and coordinating attendee benefits where available! Events may include meeting with current or prospective AVP vendors, networking, and more. Reach out to Office[at]ICBAinc.com to learn more about these opportunities!

Las Vegas Market
2026-07-26 - 2026-07-29 | World Market Center Las Vegas, 475 S Grand Central Pkw, Las Vegas, NV, 89106
Buyers can join up with ICBA VP of Programs & Services enise Walsh to tour the Las Vegas Gift Market and visit with new and established vendors. In any given year, ICBA may attend the Dallas, Las Vegas, and/or Atlanta Gift Markets, hosting ICBA Member Buyers and coordinating attendee benefits where available! Events may include meeting with current or prospective AVP Vendors, networking, and more. Reach out to Office[at]ICBAinc.com to learn more about these opportunities!
