The AGENDA

REGISTRATION

Welcome to National Meeting! Get registered, pick up your name badge, and drop off your luggage.

HEADSHOTS

Upgrade your professional profile! If you signed up, stop by at your designated appointment time for a headshot session with a skilled photographer. Check the Headshots page for the full schedule. 

LUNCH

Connect with old friends and meet new ones as you fuel up over lunch.

OPENING REMARKS

Mike Engels, Partner

Grab a seat in the Grand Ballroom for our conference kick-off before we head out for the BRIDGE event.

BRIDGE EVENT

Give back with purpose! Join us at the Tarrant Area Food Bank or local Fort Worth parks to support the community with hands on volunteer work.

CHECK IN AND LUGGAGE PICK UP

Pick up your room key, luggage, and welcome gift before heading up to your room to relax and get ready for the night ahead!

BILLY BOB'S HONKY TONK

Dust off your boots and throw on your best western wear! Join us for an unforgettable evening of BBQ, country music, and line dancing at the world-famous Billy Bob’s—an iconic Fort Worth experience. 

BREAKFAST

Kick start your day with an energizing breakfast.

SAFETY SHOES

Shoes for Crews will join us with a selection of their most popular CWS footwear. Our representative will be on hand to answer questions and connect with attendees.

HEADSHOTS

Upgrade your professional profile! If you signed up, stop by at your designated appointment time for a headshot session with a skilled photographer. Check the Headshots page for the full schedule. 

EXTREME OWNERSHIP WORKSHOP

Echelon Front will lead an interactive session on Extreme Ownership, teaching proven strategies to lead, overcome challenges, and build high-performing teams.

LUNCH

Enjoy a midday break for lunch and networking with your teammates. 

EXTREME OWNERSHIP WORKSHOP, CONTINUED

Echelon Front will lead an interactive session on Extreme Ownership, teaching proven strategies to lead, overcome challenges, and build high-performing teams.

CWS Tenured Team Member Reception
(By Invitation Only)

The heartbeat of CWS is our values and our people. Reunite with long-term colleagues and celebrate your contributions during this exclusive event.

General Happy Hour

If you haven't been with CWS for 10 years, no worries! Join the general happy hour in the Grand Ballroom Foyer

AWARDS CEREMONY AND DINNER

Come together to celebrate nominees and recipients alike during this elegant affair. Bring high spirits, a good appetite, and dress like an a-lister for this can’t miss event.

CELEBRATION PARTY

Let's party the night away with a live band!

BREAKFAST

Enjoy a hearty breakfast to gear up for the final day of National Meeting.

DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS WORKSHOP

Pollack Peacebuilding will help team members feel more conformable addressing issues respectfully and assertively while prioritizing both relationships and business outcomes.

CWS LEADERSHIP PANEL 

Hear from CWS leadership about their experiences, thoughts on current operations, and ideas for the future. 

KEYNOTE

Gary Carmell, Partner

Gary’s famous keynotes are one of our most popular sessions each year. His unique insights, research, and perspectives on life, love, loss, the economy, business, and the world are sure inspire ideas and extraordinary possibilities!

CLOSING THOUGHTS

Joe Krumrey, Chief Operating Officer 

Thank you for attending CWS's 2025 National Meeting. We look forward to seeing you at the next one!