Activities
Please note: The 2026 schedule is under development and subject to change.
ESC Second Line Parade & Party
Kick off ESC in true New Orleans style! Meet in the Hyatt lobby at 4:45pm as we second line our way to the historic Pat O'Brien's bar, arriving around 5:30pm, complete with drink tickets and dueling pianos waiting on the other end. From there, roam the French Quarter for dinner and sightsee before the conference officially kicks off in the morning.
Don't forget your conference badge! You'll need it to receive a drink ticket at Pat O'Brien's.
Sunday, Oct 25 | 4:45 PM–7:00 PM
Women in Circularity Roundtable
A roundtable celebrating women's leadership in the circular economy — open to all. Share experiences, tackle challenges, and walk away with actionable insights to strengthen leadership and inclusion in the industry.
Monday, Oct 26 | 8:30 AM–10:45 AM
8:30am - 9:00am: Networking & Breakfast (breakfast served until 9:30am)
9:00am - 9:40am: Women in Circularity Panel with Microsoft, Google and Apkudo
9:45am - 10:45am: Women in Circularity Roundtable Breakouts
Speed Networking
Back by popular demand! This fast-paced exhibit hall favorite is built to maximize the number of meaningful connections you make in a single hour. By the end, these short, structured conversations will leave with you a stack of business cards and a head full of ideas.
It's the most efficient way to scan the room: processors meet ITAD firms meet end-users meet equipment makers — all in the time it takes to grab a coffee.
Monday, Oct 26 | 4:30 PM in the Exhibit Hall
⚠️ Seats fill fast. Register through the conference app.
Run for Beignets
Meet us in front of the Hyatt Lobby at 6:45 AM. Keep up with the group or self-pace this 1.4 mile run to Cafe Du Monde, with fresh beignets waiting on the other side. Follow the route using the map in the app.
Tuesday, Oct 27 | 6:45 AM - 7:30 AM | Meet in the Hyatt Lobby
Pickleball Tournament
Free shuttles leave the Hyatt Regency lobby at 7:15 PM and 7:40 PM; look for PICKLEMAN pointing the way. Free shuttles return to the Hyatt Regency from the venue at 11:00 PM, 11:25 PM and 1:00 AM.
30 teams, 6 pools and one very famous last place. The 2nd Annual Greenchip Pickleball Invitational takes over The Exchange Pickleball + Bar for a night of friendly competition.
Inside: a full Cajun spread, a top-shelf open bar, pickleball pros and a DJ for the after party until 1 AM. Up for grabs: a $500 Best Buy gift card, paddles, Best Dressed prizes and the Dead Ass Last trophy. Not playing? Come cheer! See all 30 teams.
The details:
When: Tuesday, Oct 27 | 8 PM - 11 PM (After party 11 PM - 1 AM)
Where: The Pickleball Exchange + Bar
The E-Scrap Gong Show
Our Awards Breakfast is getting a little extra entertainment this year. Between award presentations, attendees will take the stage to sing, dance, juggle or tell their best e-scrap joke, with host Uriah Kiser ready on the gong. Think you can beat it?
Wednesday, Oct 28 | 9:00 AM at the Awards Breakfast
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