2026 Spring Meeting

 
 

2026 Spring Meeting

April 23, 2026
Nashville, TN

Join TEGMA for a one-day event tailored for members and grain industry professionals in the eastern Corn Belt! This gathering will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at the Marriott’s Renaissance Nashville Hotel, 611 Commerce Street. The afternoon meeting will feature insightful sessions from key speakers in the grain trade and rail sectors, offering a valuable grain and transportation outlook. The highlight of the day will be a networking reception, providing a prime opportunity to connect with colleagues and industry leaders. Don’t miss this chance to gain insights and strengthen your professional network!


Featured Speakers

Michael Swanson, Wells Fargo

Tommy Grisafi, Ag Bull Trading


Meeting Schedule

1:00 p.m.
Welcoming Remarks & Introductions

1:10 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Michael Swanson, Ph.D., Chief Agriculture Economist, Wells Fargo

2:00 p.m.
Keynote Speaker

2:50 p.m.
Meeting Break

3:10 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Tommy Grisafi, Risk Advisor & Commodity Broker, Ag Bull Trading

4:00 p.m.
Closing Speaker

5:00 p.m.
Reception

Meeting Registration

Registration Fees

TEGMA Members: $125
Non-Members: $150

**To receive the TEGMA member rate, individuals must be employed by a TEGMA member company. View list of TEGMA member companies here.


Hotel Accommodations

Renaissance Nashville Hotel
611 Commerce St
Nashville, TN 37203

TEGMA’s discounted nightly rate is $309 plus taxes. There are a limited number of rooms available at this rate, and rooms are available at a first come, first serve basis. The discounted room block will expire when full or on March 23, 2026. We recommend making your reservation as early as possible to ensure availability.

The Renaissance Nashville Hotel is ideally located hotel in downtown Nashville, Tennessee with spacious rooms and suites steps from B.B. King's Blues Club, Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium and more.


Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available! Contact Erica Venancio for more information.

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received by April 8 to qualify for a refund. No refunds will be issued after this date, regardless of the reason, including illness. Substitutions are permitted at any time; however, any applicable rate differences (e.g., member vs. non-member) will apply..

Meeting Attire

Dress code for this event is business-casual.

Special Needs

For questions about accessibility, to request accommodations, or for special dietary needs, please email Erica Venancio at least two weeks prior to the event.