MAHP Annual Conference 2026
Please join the Mississippi Association of Health Plans for our 2026 Annual Conference at the The Grand Hotel and Resort in Fairhope, Alabama. This year's annual conference will be May 31st - June 3rd. This year's theme will be The Plans at The Point: Below the Surface, On the Horizon. Details regarding registration, hotel and travel information, exhibitors registration, and our new Executive Innovation Presentation are below. More announcements regarding speakers and presenters will be coming so stay tuned. Feel free to stick around on Tuesday for a final networking event. More information will be released at a later date.
Registration Information:
Standard Registration (Registration Post May 1)
Beginning on March 15th, you may register on the website and pay via credit card or mail your check to Mississippi Association of Health Plans, 200 North Congress Street, Suite 401, Jackson, MS 39201.
Hotel and Travel Information
The Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa in Point Clear, Alabama. Click here to make your reservations now in the MAHP block. If you choose to not book online, call 1-855-999-0490 and reference our Group Name "Mississippi Association of Health Plans" to get the Group Rate.
In order to receive the group rate, make your reservations prior to May 1, 2026.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Beckie Feldman at bfeldman@misshealthplans.com
Additional Networking Opportunities
Golf will be offered on Monday afternoon. The cost to play is $250. Club rental is available for an additional $45. Please specify right or left hand if making a rental reservation. More details will be provided regarding arrival time and tee times once registered. Golf registration can be found here.
Paint & Sip is also available for Monday afternoon in the conference center, Azalea C-F. The cost is $100 and includes all materials. It will last about two hours, beginning at 2 pm. Beverages will be provided. Pain & Sip registration can be found here.
Sponsorship and Exhibitor Information
Leadership Sponsor - Exclusive Opportunity Limited to One Sponsor. Sponsorship link is here.
- The Leadership Sponsorship is the conference’s most comprehensive and visible sponsorship opportunity, designed for organizations seeking direct engagement with association leadership, policymakers, and senior decision-makers. This exclusive level positions your organization as a trusted partner and leader within the MAHP community. Sponsorship benefits include: six conference registrations, maximizing your team’s presence and engagement; opportunity to deliver a brief welcome message during the Monday morning opening session, placing your organization at the forefront of the conference; invitations for up to four representatives to attend the MAHP Board Dinner on Monday evening, offering meaningful access to association leadership; dedicated exhibit space to support relationship-building throughout the meeting; full-page advertisement in the official meeting program for prominent brand exposure; prominent recognition throughout the conference; along with company listing and logo placement in meeting materials and on the MAHP website. With only one sponsorship available at this level, the Leadership Sponsorship offers unmatched visibility, exclusivity, and influence throughout the meeting.
Board Dinner Sponsor - Shoutout to Pyx Health for being the Board Dinner Sponsor for this year's annual conference!
Executive Transportation Sponsor-One Sponsorship Available. Sponsorship link is here.
- Position your organization alongside the conference’s most influential leaders. As the Executive Transportation Sponsor, your organization will receive exclusive recognition tied to private transportation for state legislators and C-suite executives attending the Wednesday off-site evening dinner, as well as an invitation for two company representatives to participate in the event. This sponsorship aligns your brand with a curated, high-level experience designed to foster meaningful conversation and relationship-building in an intimate setting. Benefits include: exclusive recognition as the Executive Transportation Sponsor, two conference registrations and dinner attendance, logo placement on transportation signage and related event materials, acknowledgment in the conference program, verbal recognition prior to evening departures and visibility in communications related to the executive dinner. This opportunity offers a distinctive way to engage with decision-makers and policy leaders while supporting a premium conference experience.
Lunch Sponsor-One Sponsorship Available. Sponsorship link is here.
- Position your organization at the center of the day’s conversation. As the Lunch Sponsor, your brand will receive prominent exposure while attendees come together to refuel, network, and exchange ideas between sessions. This sponsorship offers strong visibility during a natural networking break when engagement is high and attention is focused. Benefits include two conference registrations, prominent logo placement on lunch signage and event materials, verbal recognition from the podium, opportunity to provide branded napkins or promotional materials, recognition in the conference program and reserved seating for company representatives. Only one sponsorship available.
Welcome Reception Sponsor- Thank you to the Mississippi Business Alliance for being our Welcome Reception Sponsor for this year!
Welcome Reception Bar Sponsor- Shoutout to Modivcare for being this year's Welcome Reception Bar Sponsor!
Breakfast Sponsor-One Sponsorship Available. Sponsorship link is here.
- Start the day with visibility and impact. As the Breakfast Sponsor, your organization will be front and center as attendees gather to network, connect, and prepare for a full day of programming. This sponsorship offers prime brand exposure during one of the conference’s most highly attended functions. Benefits include: two conference registrations, prominent logo placement on breakfast signage and event materials, verbal recognition from the podium, opportunity to provide branded napkins or promotional materials, recognition in the conference program and reserved seating for company representatives
Badge Sponsor-Thank you to Ambetter by Magnolia for being the badge sponsor for this year's annual conference.
Pocket Schedule Sponsor- Thank you to Cornerstone Government Affairs for being this year's pocket schedule sponsor!
WiFi Sponsor- We are proud to announce that Molina Healthcare will be this year's WiFi sponsor for the annual conference! Thank you Molina Healthcare!
Conference Tote Bag Sponsor- A huge thanks to UnitedHealthcare for being our conference tote bag sponsor for this year's annual conference!
Coffee Break Sponsor- One sponsorship available. Sponsorship link is here. MAHP would like to thank Capitol Resources LLC for helping keep our attendees wide awake as one of this year's Coffee Break Sponsors!
- Enjoy one complimentary conference registration. Keep attendees energized with coffee, tea, and snacks during the General Session mornings, and we’ll make sure everyone knows who to thank for the pick-me-up! This sponsorship includes a reduced exhibit rate. Two sponsorships available.
Floral Sponsor- TrueCare
- Thank you to TrueCare for being the 2026 Floral Sponsor and providing the lovely arrangements that enhance our conference atmosphere.
Golf Sponsorships
Golf Cart Sponsor- Thank you to CVS Health for being the Golf Cart Sponsor for the second year in a row!
Golf Beverage Sponsor-One Sponsorship Available. Sponsorship link is here.
- Enjoy one complimentary conference and golf outing registration, along with premium recognition throughout the golf event! Your company will be highlighted at each beverage cart stop, ensuring great visibility as players refresh and recharge. If you joined us last year, you know our fantastic cart driver made sure the beverage sponsor was well recognized and appreciated! This sponsorship also includes a discounted exhibit rate. Only one available—claim it before it’s gone!
Golf Hole Sponsor-$150 per hole-Multiple Sponsorships Available. Sponsorship link is here.
- Company logo on signage to greet our golfers! You pick the hole number! Shoutout to MTM for securing the first five sponsorships!
Exhibitor Registration
We have space for exhibitors! You will be well positioned in the Grand Ballroom South and get lots of visibility from our attendees.
The cost for an exhibit space is $1,000. This includes two booth staff, meals with the attendees (breakfast and lunch), table and chairs. You may bring a pop-up banner, your own pipe/draping, signage, etc. A diagram of the exhibit area is below, so you may select your table number and provide it to Beckie Feldman.  The silent auction, breakfast and lunch buffet will be held in the same area for maximum contact/networking with the attendees. Exhibitor registration can be found here.
Executive Innovative Presentation
A Curated Opportunity to Engage MAHP Leadership
As part of its 2026 conference program, the Mississippi Association of Health Plans (MAHP) will host a limited, application-based Executive Innovation Presentation session designed to spotlight solutions aligned with the evolving priorities of Mississippi’s health plans.
This is not a traditional sponsorship opportunity. It is a strategic platform for select partners to present directly to MAHP Board Members and CEO-level executives in a structured, high-level setting.
Purpose
To elevate meaningful dialogue between health plan leadership and innovative partners whose solutions address critical challenges in Medicaid, behavioral health, federal and state policy shifts, and operational sustainability.
What Selected Participants Receive
- Dedicated executive-level presentation time
- Structured Q&A with Board members
- Recognition as a Featured Innovation Presenter in conference materials
- Visibility in MAHP post-conference communications
- Access to executive networking opportunities.
Selection Criteria
Presentations should demonstrate:
- Measurable impact and proven results
- Relevance to Mississippi health plan priorities
- Scalability and operational feasibility
- Forward-looking innovation aligned with 2026 challenges
Space is intentionally limited to ensure focused attention and substantive engagement.
To learn more or apply, please reach out to Beckie Feldman at bfeldman@misshealthplans.com.