First Time Annual Meeting Attendees
The Annual Meeting is an exciting event full of opportunities to learn from colleagues, share knowledge, and network with peers. Because this event can be overwhelming, we’d like to highlight some key resources our newest attendees have found most helpful. In the coming months, we’ll share much more detail but know we are already thinking about making you feel at home.
Resources for First Time Attendees
Introductory Guide to AOM and the Annual Meeting
Discover what the Academy of Management is all about and learn how to navigate the Annual Meeting with this helpful introductory guide.
First Time Meeting Attendee & New Member Orientation Webinar
An introduction to AOM membership and tips for attending the Annual Meeting.
The 2025 webinar was held Tuesday, 8 July at 11:00 ET (UTC/GMT-4).
Gear up for the Annual Meeting!
Plan ahead and make the most of your first meeting.
March/April
- Keep an eye out for the early registration dates in order to take advantage of the lower rate.
- Book your accommodations quickly as rooms close out early.
- Connect with your Division/Interest Group community! Read their newsletters and emails as they are full of important Annual Meeting activities to note.
May/June
- Review program and identify goals focusing on your 2 primary Division and Interest Group (DIG) sessions.
- Customize your program to have your schedule on hand.
- Include DIG socials and other networking opportunities in your schedule. This is the time to meet others with similar interests.
- Review the Career Fair listings and sign-up for Career Coaching. Career Services require a separate sign-up (link available 2026) during the Annual Meeting.
- Sign-up to attend the New Member and Annual Meeting orientation (link available 2026).
July
- Pack! Business casual attire is accepted and preferred. If you have interviews scheduled at the Annual Meeting Career Fair, business attire is a must.
- Bring comfortable shoes as sessions take place over several properties.
- Don’t forget a jacket or sweater as the air conditioning in meeting rooms may be chilly.
August
- Check in to your hotel, and pick up your badge in the registration area.
- Get connected. Wi-Fi connections (links available July 2026) and charging stations are available throughout the meeting properties. Power up your devices and get connected so you don’t miss anything!
- Download the mobile app, review your sessions, and don’t forget to check for last-minute schedule changes.
- Get your bearings and make sure you know your upcoming sessions and locations.
- Visit the Member Welcome Room! Come meet AOM staff, Student Ambassadors and other Volunteers to help you navigate and meet other new members.