LYND Leadership Conference 2026

FUTURE FORWARD

Conference Details • Hotel • Travel • Parking • Food • Quick Answers
Venue: Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
Hotel
Check-in / Check-out
Front desk, luggage, Wi-Fi tips
Flights
SAT Airport
Arrival timing + rideshare
Parking
Conference Guidance
Where to park + what to avoid
Food
River Walk
Coffee, lunch, dinner

Hotel

Everything you need at the venue.
Venue
Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
San Antonio, TX
Check-in Front Desk Elevators River Walk
Tip: If you arrive early, ask the desk about luggage storage while you explore.
Hotel Quick Answers
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Wi-Fi: Hyatt Meeting
  • Password: ghsa2026q1
  • Fitness center: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Nearest coffee: Your Hotel Room or Spoonful Provisions in the Lobby
Heads up: Work-appropriate jeans (no holes) and tennis shoes are allowed each day — bring a sweater (rooms can get chilly).
Getting around the hotel
Lobby landmarks
Front desk • elevators • concierge • restrooms • grab-and-go.
Meetup points
Choose a consistent “rally spot” for your team (ex: near lobby seating).
Quiet calls
Use lobby edges / hallway alcoves — keep conference rooms clear.

Maps & Wayfinding

Floor plans + quick links to key spaces.
Virtual Tour
Hotel Tour
Explore the property in 3D
Open Tour
Main Ballroom
Lone Star Ballroom
2nd floor • Main sessions / meals
Open Space
Training Rooms
Travis Rooms
3rd floor • Breakouts / training
Open Space
Thursday Night
Terrace (After Party)
Terrace on 5th • Happy hour
Open Space
Floor Plans
Open PDF
Registration: Lone Star Prefunction B • 2nd floor
Main: Lone Star Ballroom D/E • 2nd floor
Training: Mission A (2nd) • Travis Rooms (3rd)
After Party: Terrace on 5th
Tip: On mobile, rotate your phone sideways for the cleanest map view.

Conference Rooms

Where sessions happen (by floor).
Lone Star D/E
2nd floor • Main sessions / meals
Lone Star Corridor
2nd floor • Expo / Soundhealing area
Lone Star Pref B
2nd floor • Registration
Mission A
2nd floor • Training sessions
Travis A&B
3rd floor • Breakouts Track A
Travis C&D
3rd floor • Breakouts Track B
Terrace on 5th
After Party location
Fast tip: Save these room names in your phone notes — it makes wayfinding way easier.

Flights & Travel

Arrivals, rideshare, and timing.
Airport
San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
Recommended for all flights
  • Rideshare: Uber / Lyft
  • Taxi: available at arrivals
  • Timing: plan buffer for traffic + check-in
Pro move: If your first event is Monday afternoon, try arriving Monday morning (or Sunday night) to avoid stress.
Future Forward travel checklist
  • Bring an ID that matches your airline ticket
  • Pack chargers + a small power bank
  • Comfortable shoes (hotel walking adds up fast)
  • Screenshot your schedule / room list
  • Bring a sweater — rooms can get chilly
Travel ready: Build in buffer for check-in, parking, and your first session — arrive calm, not rushed.

Dress Code

What to wear each day.
Monday — RM & Compliance Meeting
Business Casual
Monday — Expo / Meet & Greet
Work-appropriate but more relaxed
Tuesday — Day 1 of Conference
Business Casual
Wednesday — Day 2 of Conference
Wear your team colors and show your team spirit!
Thursday — Day 3 of Conference
Conference T-Shirts
Thursday Evening — Annual Awards Banquet
Dress up for the awards ceremony
Notes:
Work-appropriate jeans (no holes) and tennis shoes are allowed each day.
Avoid flip-flops or sandals.
Bring a comfortable sweater — rooms can get chilly.

Parking

Conference guidance for parking.
Conference guidance
  • Park here: Convention Center Parking (600 E Market St)
  • Do not use: Hotel valet (not reimbursable)
  • Local tip: Coordinate a ride to reduce parking costs
Reminder: DO NOT PARK VALET (not reimbursable).
Rideshare
  • Set pickup pin near the main entrance
  • Use “Hotel Lobby” as the landmark
  • Allow extra time during lunch + evening events

Schedule

Quick view by day (final agenda).
This is a “quick view.” For full session-by-session detail, use the Live Intel schedule panel.

Restaurants & Coffee

Near 600 E Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205.
Coffee
  • Option 1: CommonWealth Coffeehouse & Bakery
  • Option 2: Spoonful Provisions (Hotel Lobby)
Pro tip: Spoonful is the fastest grab-and-go when you’re trying to make the first session.
Quick Lunch
  • Option 1: Schilo’s Delicatessen
  • Option 2: Food Hall at Make Ready Market (Pearl)
Quick win: Pick something fast, hydrate, and get back to breakouts without rushing.
Dinner
  • Option 1: Boudro’s Texas Bistro (River Walk)
  • Option 2: The Esquire Tavern (River Walk)
Group move: Choose one dinner spot as your unofficial meetup point.
Hotel options (Grand Hyatt)
Moda Fare
Moda Fare embodies Italian culture, blending taste and design for a lasting impression. Offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktails, it combines tradition with modern elegance.

Hours:
Mon–Thu: 6:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Fri–Sat: 6:30 AM – 1:00 AM
Sun: 6:30 AM – 12:00 AM
Happy Hour: Mon–Sun 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
modafare.com
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Fine-dining steakhouse featuring custom-aged Prime steak, classic entrées, and an award-winning wine list.

Dinner Hours:
Mon–Sat: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sun: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Happy Hour (Prime Bar): Mon–Sun 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Contact: +1 210 227 8847
600 E. Market Street, San Antonio, Texas 78205
ruthschrissa.com/riverwalk
Tejas Lounge
Texas-inspired downtown River Walk lounge with a curated cocktail menu and light bites — cozy, sophisticated vibe for unwinding or toasting the night ahead.
Lobby Convenience: Spoonful Provisions offers premium coffee + grab-and-go options throughout the day.
Free Night Ideas
River Walk Reset
Sunset stroll + relaxed dinner + recharge for the next day.
Team Meetup
Choose one restaurant and make it your unofficial gathering spot.
Recharge Mode
Hydrate, rest, and show up strong for tomorrow’s sessions.

What to Bring

So you’re comfortable and ready.
Essentials
  • ID / wallet
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Chargers + backup battery
  • Water bottle
  • Light jacket (meeting rooms can be cold)
Nice-to-have
  • Small notebook
  • Business cards (if you use them)
  • Breath mints
  • Travel-size meds / allergy support