Hilton Head Island
South Carolina
November 13-15, 2026
Approved for up to 10 CE credits
OR Today has been approved and is licensed to be a Continuing Education Provider with the State of California Board of Registered Nursing; License No. CEP 16623.
Approved for 6 CE credits
Southeast Councils Annual Conference is approved for 6 CE credits by the Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc. for continuing education for the Certified Surgical Technologist, Certified Surgical First Assistant, and Associate members of AST. This recognition does not imply that AST approves or endorses any product or products that are included in presentations.
Our 2026 theme
The Power of Legacy and Advocacy: Advancing Excellence, Inspiring the Future
Our legacy and advocacy is at the heart of perioperative nursing. Nurses find a calling to speak, act, and lead in ways that protect patients, support colleagues, and strengthen our profession.
Our legacy and advocacy celebrate the courage and commitment of nurses who transform challenges into opportunities for progress. From ensuring safe surgical environments to mentoring the next generation of leaders, perioperative nurses continue to raise the standard of excellence through every action of advocacy.
Perioperative nurses stand at the intersection of precision, protection, and advocacy. Our voices matter — in the policies that shape our practice, in the education that shapes the next generation, and in the compassion that shapes every patient’s journey.
In 2026 as we come together under the banner of The Power of Legacy and Advocacy, we honor those who lead with purpose and passion — and we commit to advancing excellence and inspiring the future of surgical care.
DAISY AWARDS
The DAISY Award is an international recognition program started in memory of J. Patrick Barnes. Pat’s family experienced first-hand the difference his nurses made in his care through clinical excellence and outstanding compassionate care. The family created The DAISY Award to express gratitude to nurses and to enable other patients, families, and staff to thank and honor their special nurses.
Brand Awareness
Build brand awareness within our unique community. Exhibiting at Southeast Councils Annual Conference is a powerful way to show the local community that your company supports perioperative nursing.
Grow Your Business
Generate new leads and strengthen your existing relationships. With the right strategy, Southeast Councils Annual Conference is the opportunity to expand your company’s customer base.
Foster Relationships
The Southeast Councils Annual Conference is the ideal venue for making a great first impression and is also a convenient way to touch base with existing clients or business partners who are in attendance.
Network
Network with over 250 perioperative professionals from around the Southeast.