RCon™ 2026: Where Waste and Resource Management Professionals Go to Think

RCon™ Dates: September 29 – October 2, 2026
Exhibit Hall Open: September 29 – October 1, 2026
Location: America's Center, St. Louis, Missouri

More than an event, RCon™ is a new experience empowering waste and resource management leaders to reshape our industry’s future, turning challenges into solutions. RCon, powered by SWANA, reimagines a blended learning experience with technical training, roundtable discussions, keynote and concurrent sessions, and unique networking that achieves your professional goals.

Early Bird Registration March 9 – May 15

Take advantage of our Early Bird registration available March 9 – May 15 with discounted rates for SWANA members only. Non-members may register now at standard registration rates.*

View the 2026 RCon rates to see options as you make your plan to join thousands of waste and resource management professionals.

*Group registration will be available soon. Those registering for a team, who submitted a proposal, or plan to be an exhibitor should wait for further information before registering.

Note: Be on alert for phishing emails or calls claiming to be SWANA staff selling hotels, registrations or contact lists. Official communications regarding RCon will always come directly from a "swana.org" email address.

Exhibit Hall Nearly Sold Out!

The RCon Exhibit Hall is nearly sold out, and now is the time to act before your preferred booth location is gone.

Secure your booth to connect with the professionals who are influencing major purchasing decisions across North America.

View the RCon 2025 attendee list to get an idea of who you can expect to connect with at this year’s event.

Exhibit Hall & Sponsorship

"The future of waste and resource management starts here, so don’t miss your chance to be part of it! St. Louis has a strong commitment to sustainability, championing innovative community projects and grant programs. We’re excited to hold our second annual RCon in yet another city offering many opportunities to learn about local waste and resource management projects."

-Amy Lestition Burke, CEO of SWANA

RCon Hotels

Book your stay for RCon before the discounted hotel room rates end September 7. Stay just a few steps from the action at the Marriott St. Louis Grand or the Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown.

"As someone new to the waste industry, RCon 2025 was one of the most inspiring conferences I’ve ever attended. I especially enjoyed Michelle Lee of IDEO and her presentation on the creative process and its intersection with our industry. I appreciate SWANA's intentionality in curating the program, creating space for a wide range of voices, and ensuring strong industry representation, and I can’t wait to attend the next RCon!"

-Janine James, Public Relations Manager, LCSWMA

Save the Date For RCon 2027

RCon 2027 will be held September 21-24 in Portland, Oregon. Mark your calendar!

Our Sponsors

Become a sponsor of RCon 2026! To learn more about sponsor opportunities please contact
Amy Lestition Burke at aburke@swana.org.