About the CIC Summit
Join us in Sacramento for the 2026 California Immunization Coalition Summit!
The 2026 Summit will offer a rich, interactive experience for participants and speakers alike. Our collective work in disease prevention remains vital, and this year’s event will feature insightful discussions, shared learning, and opportunities to build trust, strengthen expertise, and foster unity across the immunization community.
This one-of-a-kind Summit brings together clinicians, healthcare professionals, epidemiologists, pharmacists, school health leaders, and immunization partners from across California—and beyond. Attendees will gain deeper insights into vaccine confidence, explore effective communication strategies and statewide resources, and receive key updates on California’s immunization programs and initiatives.
With expert panels, workshops, and opportunities for collaboration, the Summit provides a unique space to connect with colleagues, learn from leading voices in immunization, and develop partnerships that advance vaccine access and disease prevention across the lifespan.
Don’t miss this opportunity to renew our shared commitment to strengthening vaccine confidence and improving immunization rates in California and beyond.
For bulk registration or purchase orders, please contact Kamrynn Lawton at klawton@immunizeca.org
Program
Program Schedule
This year’s Summit will feature a variety of sessions including keynote speakers, panel presentations, with breakout /workshop sessions taking place on Thursday, June 4.
Who Should Attend?
Physicians, pharmacists, nurses, school nurses, administrators, educators, immunization stakeholders, coalition members, advocates and other providers from the public and private sector who are interested in learning more about current immunization issues, strategies and activities.
CIC Immunization Champion Awards
The Natalie J. Smith, MD Immunization Champion and the Ronald P. Bangasser, MD Leadership award winners will be honored at our annual luncheon held at the Summit on Thursday, June 4. See below for nomination process, nomination forms.
Read about our amazing past award recipients here.
Exhibitors
If you would like to participate in the Summit as an Exhibitor or Sponsor please contact Kamrynn Lawton and information packet will be sent to you.
2026 CIC Summit Agenda
The 2026 California Immunization Coalition Summit will focus on using evidence-based data and clear, factual communication to guide our strategies for reaching communities and building vaccine confidence. Presentations will include updates from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), statewide partners, and local leaders who will share best practices for strengthening advocacy, improving awareness, and supporting California’s immunization programs.
Your participation in this statewide gathering will expand your knowledge of current immunization issues, communication strategies, and innovative approaches in public health. You’ll have the chance to connect with colleagues from public agencies, community organizations, and the private sector—helping us broaden the Coalition network and develop partnerships that advance education and community support.
The Summit is a valuable opportunity to renew our shared commitment to ensuring vaccine access and disease prevention for all Californians. We look forward to coming together again and reconnecting with you!
2026 Summit Objectives:
Share evidence-based strategies for building vaccine confidence and improving immunization uptake.
Support and strengthen education, communication, and community engagement efforts.
Highlight best practices that advance advocacy and partnership development statewide.
Review current recommendations, data, and emerging trends in vaccines and vaccine-preventable diseases.
Summit Agenda with announced speakers, workshop presentations and other information will be posted here as it becomes available. Posted Agendas are considered DRAFT Agendas and the times, speaker details and room location are all subject to change. Final Agenda will be posted around one week prior to the Summit. Contact us at info@immunizeca.org with any questions or corrections.
Continuing Education Credits (CME/CEU)
This education activity is being jointly provided by the Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower and the California Immunization Coalition.
CE credit will be available for clinicians (nurses, physicians, pharmacists).
Speakers:
We are so excited to share with you some of our amazing speakers we have scheduled for the 2026 CIC Summit.
Rob Schechter
Pia Pannaraj
Gary Marshall
Call For Abstracts
The California Immunization Coalition is seeking abstract submissions for workshop sessions at the CIC 2026 annual Summit on June 3-4, 2026 in Sacramento, California. Workshops will take place on Thursday, June 4th.
The planning team seeks presentations that can illustrate and support the following focus areas:
- Specific Populations: Programs and Interventions that are tailored to reach specific populations (e.g., educational settings, pharmacies, workplaces, geography, age, race/ ethnicity, risk, etc.).
- Tools and Strategies: Development and implementation of effective tools, techniques and strategies to improve immuinization rates (e.g., training, education, operations, outreach, vaccine storage and handling, etc.).
- State and Local Advocacy: Projects that support state and local advocacy on vaccine issues, or improve skills in program planning, policy development, and promotion of legislation.
- Clinical: Clinical updates regarding vaccines and vaccine-preventable diseases.
- Media: Creative methods using both social and traditional media to promote vaccination.
- Other: Don’t feel limited to the categories above. Tell us what your are doing and how it worked.
Abstracts are encouraged from all disciplines, including coalition members, immunization program staff, community- based organizations, health care providers, governemtn and non-government agencies, health communications specialists and others interested in immunization issues.
Abstracts are due by Friday, March 13, 2026. All abstracts submitted will be acknowledged, and the Summit Planning Committee will reply to primary authors by Friday, March 27, 2026. CIC is happy to announce that we will offer a 5% discount on registration fees for presenters whose presentation is accepted.
The Natalie J. Smith, MD Immunization Champion and the Ronald P. Bangasser, MD Leadership award winners will be honored at our annual luncheon held at the Summit on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Start thinking about nominating an exceptional individual, group, or organization.
Learn more about the namesake of these awards and the amazing partners who are past recipients.
Venue & Lodging
The 2026 California Immunization Coalition Summit will be held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel located in downtown Sacramento, California. Other downtown hotels, including the Hyatt Sacramento are located nearby.
Hotel Information
Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel
1230 J St,
Sacramento, CA 95814
Tel: 9164471700
Website: Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel
The Summit Planning Committee has negotiated a great rate for Summit attendees at the Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel and we recommend you book early.
Travel
Downtown Sacrmaneto is approximately 20 minutes away from the Sacramento International Airport. If you have not visited Sacramento or the downtown area surrounding the Sheraton Grand Hotel before, we encourage you to come early and explore and enjoy the historic buildings and the area. Downtown Sacramento offers a variety of award-winning restaurants. Please visit the Visit Sacramento website for a list of nearby restaurants and things to do during your stay.
Flying:
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is approximately 12 miles away with a wide variety of rental car or ride share options.
Driving:
The Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel is located in downtown Sacramento. Please refer to your preferred GPS App for directions to each location.
Hotel Parking
The Sheraton Grand Hotel
Valet parking includes full in-and-out privileges and is subject to availability.
Please note: the public garage does not offer in-and-out privileges.
Activities
As part of your registration fees to attend our annual Summit we will host a 1- hour reception on Wednesday, June 3 with light appetizers and a cash bar. On Thursday, June 4, 2026 we will hold a luncheon where we will honor our Immunization Champion Award winners and special guests. We will close out the Summit on Thursday, June 4th with a fun raffle. If your organization would like to make a donation or raffle off a prize reach out to Kamrynn Lawton for more information.
Be A Sponsor
The 2026 California Immunization Coalition Summit provides a rich interactive experience for our participants and speakers. Our work in disease prevention is vital and unique, and the 2026 event will include expanded time for networking, peer engagement and resource sharing. This one-of-a-kind event has helped those supporting immunizations get to know their resources in California, better understanding of the challenges around vaccine confidence, and receive important status updates on Californias immunization programs.
Showcase your organization and support for immunizations by participating as a sponsor orexhibitor at the 2026 Annual CIC Summit. There are several ways to support the Summit beyondjust attending: you can become a general sponsor, sponsor specific events or activitities, or exhibit.By participating as a sponsor or exhibitor at the CIC Summit, you’ll contribute to creating anengaging and empowering experience for everyone involved.
*On a limited basis, CIC is able to offer a discount on Exhibitor fees for Nonprofit organizations. We recommend reaching out early as we do have a limited number of exhibitor tables available.
We are always looking for new partners and sponsors and there are a number of creative ways to be involved. If you and your organization would like to be involved please reach out to Kamrynn Lawton
Many local and national organizations have sponsored and exhibited at past CIC Summits. Our past sponsors and exhibitors include:
Anthem Blue Cross
AstraZeneca
Berlinger
California Department of Public Health IZBranch
Cervivor
Chapman University
Control Solutions
Dynavax
The Food and Drug Administration
GlaxoSmithKline
M- Corp
Merck
Merit Calibration
Moderna
Novavax
Onset
Partnership Health Plan
Pfizer
Primary.Health
2026 Exhibitors Include:
2026 Sponsors By Level
Big Shot Sponsor
Ambassador Sponsor
Partner Sponsors
Conference Break Sponsors
Advocate Sponsors
The California Immunization Coalition Summit is the premier event for clinicians, healthcare professionals, and public health advocates to learn about the latest information on vaccine preventable diseases and communication strategies for maintaining and improving vaccination rates in California and beyond. Professionals in medicine, pharmacy, nursing and public health have found the Summit to be a great opportunity to engage with fellow professionals in the fields of public health, epidemiology, infectious disease, pharmacy, and school health programs, to receive updates and develop collaborations for the future.
To purchase tickets in bulk for your organization, please use the form located here: https://www.immunizeca.org/2025-bulk-ticket-purchase/
Refund Policy:
Cancellation requests need to be made in writing by letter or email to info@immunizeca.org (no phone calls are accepted) and must be made prior to April 6, 2026. Approved cancellations will be refunded to the original payment source and will be charged a 30% processing fee. Refunds will not be made for cancellations after April 6, 2026 or for no-shows. Hotel cancellations are between the attendee and the hotel.
Registrations are transferable until Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Contact Kamrynn Lawton by email at Klawton@immunizeca.org
CIC's Event Code of Conduct:
The California Immunization Coalition (CIC) is dedicated to providing a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment for all participants regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, ethnicity, religion, or age. Diversity in all its forms is integral to our mission, which is to achieve and maintain full immunization protection for all Californians to promote health and prevent disease, disability, and death.
Please review CIC’s Code of Conduct document here. We are looking forward to another fantastic event and appreciate your partnership and collaboration.
Contact us
For questions about attending the Summit or becoming a Sponsor/ Exhibitor please contact us at Info@immunizeCA.org with the subject line: “Summit 2026 Interest.”