2026 Mid-Year Meeting | Cincinnati, OH
Hyatt Regency Cincinnati

February 20-21

Forward Together
Stronger Tomorrow

Welcome to Cincinnati, Ohio, for Beta Alpha Psi’s 2026 Mid-Year Meeting, proudly hosted* by the Mu Delta chapter at Ohio Northern University and the Alpha Sigma chapter at the University of Cincinnati!

Get ready to experience the charm of Cincinnati—a city known for its rich history, vibrant riverfront, and welcoming Midwestern spirit. From exploring the lively downtown and enjoying famous local favorites like Cincinnati chili to connecting with peers in this dynamic setting, Cincinnati offers the perfect backdrop for an inspiring and memorable meeting. We can’t wait to see you there!

*If your school wasn’t selected as a co-host, you’re invited to serve as a moderator for the Chapter Operations sessions—email us with the meeting you’ll attend to express interest; note that registration fees cannot be waived for moderators.

Thank you to our generous sponsors. 

Download our sponsorship form (PDF) to learn more about the opportunities to boost your visibility and involvement at the meeting. Please contact us if you have questions.

Coffee Break Sponsor
 

 

Meeting locations are expected to sell out, so please register early. Do not wait until the last minute to register.

Registration PhaseDateRate
Early Bird DeadlineTuesday, February 4, 2025$190
Regular DeadlineThursday, February 20, 2025$210
Late (Onsite) BeginsFriday, February 21, 2025$250

Beta Alpha Psi Professional Partners are entitled to one complimentary registration per company/organization; any additional attendees must pay the $190 early bird registration fee. Both Professional Partners and volunteers are requested to register by contacting bap@bapeo.org.

Registration is a Two-Step Process

Step One: Create an AAA User Account

  • Create an Account: If you don't already have an AAA User Account, click here to sign up for a free account on the AAA website.
  • Fill in Your Information: When prompted, make sure to include your school or company name in the “Organization Name” field. This is important as your organization’s name will appear on your name badge at the event.
  • Save Your Login Details: After creating your account, note your AAA Account User ID and password. You will use these credentials to register for the meeting and access the 2025 BAP Midyear Meeting App.

Step Two: Complete Your Registration

  • Log Out and Return: After creating your account, log out of your AAA account. Then, return to this page to continue with your event registration.
  • Register Students (If Applicable): If you are a faculty advisor, you can register your student(s) after the individual student has created their own free AAA account.
  • Need Assistance with Payment or Group Registration? If you have trouble paying via credit card or need help with group registration reimbursement, please contact us.

Code of Conduct

By registering, all AAA/BAP event attendees agree to abide by the Beta Alpha Psi Event Professional Code of Conduct and the AAA Event Code of Professional Conduct.

Dress Code

  • Friday  BAP or School Swag
  • Saturday  Business casual (including presenters for Best Practices and Chapter Operations)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made prior to February 6, 2026 will be refunded. Cancellations received after this date and no-shows will not be refunded. If you encounter an emergency, please contact the conference planner and the request will be forwarded to the Executive Director for refund request review. 

Hyatt Regency Cincinnati
151 West Fifth Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202

Booking Deadline (Cut-Off Date): February 23, 2026 5:00 PM ET

A limited number of rooms have been reserved at the conference rate. PLEASE make your reservations as early as possible to take advantage of this special room rate. Please note: we cannot guarantee that any additional rooms will be available in the hotel once our block of rooms is sold out, even if the block is sold out before the cutoff date. Reservation requests after the Reservation Cutoff Date should be made by calling the Hotel directly at (800) 544-9288 and will be subject to rate and space availability.

Single/Double Occupancy Rate $169
Triple Occupancy Rate $194
Quad Occupancy Rate $219

Booking Your Reservation

To ensure accurate registration by school and chapter affiliation, please follow these booking instructions carefully, as the name in which you are registered will be linked to various meeting functions, including meeting registration, session updates and payments.

  1. Online: Click here to book your reservation online.

  2. By Phone: Call (800) 544-9288 mention group code G-MB16 to book your reservation over the phone.

Taxes

Occupancy rate is subject to applicable taxes which are currently 19.3% tax per night. Guestroom internet access is complementary. 

Check-In/Out Time

Check-in time is 4:00 PM, check-out time is 11:00 AM. All guests arriving before 4:00 PM will be accommodated as rooms become available. The hotel’s front desk staff can arrange to check baggage for those arriving early when rooms are unavailable and for guests attending functions on departure day.

Parking

Valet parking: $48 per night

Transportation

From Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), the Hyatt Regency Cincinnati is about 13 miles away. Get directions on Google Maps > Typical taxi or rideshare cost is around $35–$45.

*Note About Housing Scams Beta Alpha Psi does not use a housing bureau or third-party agency for hotel accommodations or any other travel arrangements. Any claims by any company stating otherwise are not true. Please be sure you are booking directly through the links on this page or directly with the hotel.

Stay tuned as we get closer to the meeting for step-by-step instruction on setting up our meeting app to access real-time schedules, updates, and more.

FridaySession/Title
11:00am-5:00pmRegistration
12:00pm-12:45pmAffinity Groups Meeting
1:00pm-1:30pmOpening Session
1:30pm-2:15pmPlenary Keynote
2:15pm-2:30pmBeverage Break
2:30pm-3:30pmFaculty Advisors + Chapter Advocate Roundtable
2:30pm-3:30pmLeadership Activity
3:30pm-3:40pmSession Transition Break
3:40pm-4:40pmProfessional Sessions
4:45pm-5:45pmProfessional Sessions
6:00pmFriday Night on Your Own

SaturdaySession/Title
7:30am-1:30pmRegistration Desk Open
7:30am-8:30amBreakfast for Chapter Presidents, Chapter Advocates, Board Members and BAP Professional Partners
8:30am-10:45amBest Practices (held in multiple rooms)
10:45am-11:15amBeverage Break
11:15am-12:15pmChapter Operations (held in multiple rooms)
11:15am-12:15pmFaculty Teaching & Research Exchange
12:15pm-1:30pmAttendee Lunch and Closing Session
1:15pm-1:30pmClosing Session
1:30-1:45pmProfessional Partners' Feedback to Best Practices Winners
1:45pmConference Adjourns

We sincerely thank the following Professional Partners for their invaluable support during the mid-year meeting.

NameOrganization
Meredith NewmanAGA
Edwin GonzalezAICPA & CIMA
Leanne LutkusBaker Tilly
Tara SteedFifth Third Bank
Palmer MayerKPMG LLP
Jasmine GaetanoNASBA Center for the Public Trust
Meagan PareRSM US LLP
Matt KesslerRSM US LLP
Tori MaasWipfli LLP

*Attending Professional Partners are subject to change.

We’re finalizing details — check back soon!

Beta Alpha Psi invites chapters to share innovative ideas, best practices, and success stories that demonstrate excellence in chapter operations at the 2026 Mid-Year Meetings.

Presentation Guidelines

  • Should not exceed 8 minutes, including Q&A
  • Be specific. Include results, lessons learned, or measurable impact
  • A limited number of presentations for each topic will be considered

Deadline

Sunday, January 25, 2026 11:59 PM ET

Open Submission Form

Chapter Operations Topics

  • Overcoming Operational Challenges
    Show how your chapter removed barriers that made operations or events difficult — such as funding limits, event approvals, scheduling conflicts, or logistics like marketing for recruitment or securing speakers.
  • Chapter Sustainability and Knowledge Transfer
    Show how your chapter prevents information from disappearing when members graduate, using tools like transition meetings, onboarding, documented procedures, shared drives, or templates.
  • Member Engagement and Belonging
    Show how your chapter builds connection and community through programming or traditions that encourage participation, leadership, and relationship-building — beyond résumé goals.
  • Ethical Decision-Making in Action
    Describe a real ethical situation your chapter faced and how you approached it — the decision options, what you chose, and what you learned.
  • Pipeline Initiatives: Bridging the Accounting Gap
    Show how your chapter encourages students to explore accounting and related fields — especially those who may not have considered the profession.
  • Partnerships and Professional/Community Impact
    Show how your chapter collaborates outside BAP — with faculty, student organizations, firms, nonprofits, or community groups — and the impact of those partnerships through service, outreach, or professional events.

The Beta Alpha Psi Best Practices Competition, sponsored by Deloitte, invites chapters to design and implement initiatives that demonstrate leadership, professional responsibility, and service.

Explore topics, download the manual, and submission form are found on the Best Practices Competition page

Initial Abstract deadline for U.S. chapters:
Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 11:59 PM ET

 

 

 

This year, our service activity will support Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, contributing to its efforts to provide care and resources for children and families in need. Details about the activity will be shared soon.

Kick Off Your Mid-Year Meeting with New Affinity Groups — Join Us Friday!

Solo Travelers & Chapter Adopters
Traveling solo this year? We’d love to help you connect with others! Be sure to answer the solo-traveler questions during registration so we can match you with a participating chapter. Chapters interested in welcoming solo travelers are encouraged to complete the corresponding questions as well.

Chapter Presidents’ Meet-Up
Meet fellow Chapter Presidents and officers at an informal gathering designed to spark conversation, exchange ideas, and build meaningful connections. It’s the perfect opportunity to network, share experiences, and support one another in your leadership roles.

Connect with Professional Partners: Exclusive Opportunity for Cincinnati Meeting Attendees

Exciting news for Cincinnati meeting registrants! You will soon have the opportunity to share your resume with BAP Professional Partners through our Mid-Year Meeting Resume Book. This optional benefit is designed to help you connect with firms and explore opportunities before, during, and after the meeting.

More details on how to take advantage of this opportunity will be shared via email soon, so please keep an eye on your inbox! Don’t miss out on this chance to build valuable connections!

Professional Session Exclusively for Faculty Advisors at the Beta Alpha Psi 2026 Mid-Year Meetings 

We are pleased to invite you to participate in the Faculty Teaching & Research Exchange, part of the Beta Alpha Psi 2026 Mid-Year Meetings. This professional session is designed for Faculty Advisors and accounting educators to share innovative teaching practices and engage in discussions that advance accounting education. Professional Session Exclusively for Faculty Advisors at the Beta Alpha Psi 2026 Mid-Year Meetings.

Learn more and submit today >

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To download your badge, right-click on the image, select "Save Image As," choose your preferred location, and click "Save."

To Upload the Badge to Your Social Media Account

Instagram: Open the Instagram app, tap the "+" icon, select the downloaded image from your gallery, edit or add a caption if desired, then tap "Share."

LinkedIn: Go to your LinkedIn homepage, click on "Start a post," select the image icon, upload your image, add any text or hashtags, and click "Post."

Facebook: On your Facebook homepage, click on "What's on your mind?" then select "Photo/Video," upload the image, write a caption if desired, and click "Post."

 

How to Participate

  • Explore Cincinnati and capture photos at local attractions.
  • Post your photos on Instagram between Friday, 6 PM ET through Midnight ET.
  • Make your posts public and include your team name in each post.
  • Tag  @_betaalphapsi and use #BAPAnnual – this is VERY IMPORTANT to ensure your entries count!

Teams who post from 6 or more locations will be eligible to win a prize during the closing session on Saturday!

Cincinnati Attractions


Hear what our Professional Partners think about BAP!

Beta Alpha Psi has been an important of my career - both as a member and officer in college, but even more so as a Professional Partner.  I encourage students not only to get everything they can from their student experience, but avail themselves of continuing their involvement as a BAP Alum!

Michael Brown
Senior National Instructor
Becker Professional Education