Join the Society for Scholarly Publishing May 27–29, 2026, at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center in Chula Vista, California, for our 48th Annual Meeting!

This year’s program challenges us to confront a defining paradox: how to adapt and innovate amid disruption while remaining grounded in the core values of scholarly communication. With funding pressures, declining trust in institutions, constrained library budgets, continued strain on peer review, and the accelerating impact of AI, our community faces profound change. Together, when we gather in California, we will examine the implications for workflows, business models, research assessment, open access, AI governance, and relationships across the ecosystem.

Featured Sessions

Keynote Address | Wednesday, May 27

Recognized by TIME as one of the world’s most influential people in AI and named to Forbes’ inaugural 30 Under 30 AI list, Chinasa T. Okolo, Ph.D., Founder of Technecultura and Policy Specialist at the United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies, brings critical insight to conversations about AI’s role in scholarly communications.

Plenary Session | Thursday, May 28

Senior leaders will examine research assessment, mentorship, trust in research, open access, and AI’s impact on scholarly communications.

Previews Session | Friday, May 29

Rapid-fire presentations showcasing practical solutions designed to enhance efficiency, protect integrity, and strengthen partnerships across the ecosystem.

Meeting Highlights

• Twenty-three educational sessions over two days, complementing three plenary sessions
• Robust networking opportunities, including evening receptions, interactive lunches, and informal meetups.
• Industry Breakout Sessions featuring case studies, market insights, and applied expertise
• The Exhibitors Marketplace, open throughout the meeting, showcasing the latest innovations from industry service providers
• Informative Posters will be on display along with a dedicated time to engage directly with presenters
• The 2026 Epic Awards Celebration, recognizing outstanding achievements in scholarly publishing (separate registration fee)

Registration & Hotel

Register before April 17 and save! Special discounted rates are available for librarians, students, retirees, funders, researchers, and groups. SSP members and staff of organizational members enjoy additional savings! 

SSP’s Annual Meeting Buddy Program returns for its third year, pairing first-time attendees with seasoned participants to support networking and orientation. Sign up by May 7, 2026.

Make the most of your Annual Meeting experience by staying onsite at the Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center. SSP has secured an exclusive group rate of $289 per night for a single/double room,offering significant savings compared to standard rates. Book early, and before the cut-off date of May 5, 2026!

Can’t Attend In Person?

The 2026 Annual Meeting Highlights Virtual Event will take place June 17, 2026 (11:00 am–1:00 pm ET), featuring session summaries and live discussion. On-site Annual Meeting registrants receive complimentary access. Annual Meeting Highlights registrants will have access to Annual Meeting session recordings.

Register Today

Our 48th Annual Meeting is more than a conference—it is where our community gathers to examine difficult questions, share practical solutions, and reaffirm the role of scholarly communication in serving humanity. We look forward to welcoming you to Chula Vista for an engaging and forward-looking event. Secure your spot before April 17 to take advantage of Early Bird rates!

We extend our sincere thanks to the Annual Meeting Program Committee for their leadership in shaping this year’s program.

Industry partners interested in exhibiting or sponsoring are invited to contact [email protected] to learn more about opportunities to engage with the SSP community at this dynamic event.