National Convention
You are invited to join your sisters at Delta Zeta’s 56th National Convention in Orlando, Florida, July 31- August 2, 2025.
Registration is opening soon! Please see below for more information about the agenda, registration options and our exciting keynote speakers!
The National Convention is held biannually, and the purpose is to vote on amendments made to Delta Zeta’s national governing documents in addition to approving the budget and voting on the next National Council.
Get ready for a new sisterhood experience, Everlasting!
This year’s event will be hosted at the newly opened Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. The resort includes signature culinary offerings, luxurious accommodations, an on-site spa, an adjoining golf course, numerous other activities, and plenty of options for everyone.
Agenda
Specific times and locations are tentative and subject to change.
Thursday
Pre-event activities including philanthropy and service events, resort activities and local Orlando activities on your own.
4:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Dinner and Networking, DZ Marketplace
Friday
7:30 a.m. – Breakfast
9:00 a.m. – Memorial Service
10:00 – Initiation
Lunch
1:30 – 4:30 p.m. – Business Meeting (hybrid)
6:00 p.m. – Dinner
7:00 p.m. – Reconvene Business Meeting, if needed
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. – Hike for Hearing and Speech and Philanthropy Partner Education
Saturday
8:00 a.m. – Breakfast
10:00 a.m. Keynote – Dr. Gyl Kasewurm
12:00 p.m. – Lunch and Partnership Fair
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. – Fair
- DZ Marketplace
- Professional Development Topics
- Personal Development Topics
3:00 p.m. – Keynote – Anne Bonney
6:30 p.m. – Rose Banquet – Truly Celebrate
Registration Options
Full Registration Options
- Full registration (hotels, meals billed separately) - $625
- Full registration NO HOTEL - includes meals and program - $1570
- Full Hotel and Meal Package (double occupancy) - $1480
- Virtual Delegate Registration - $165
A la Cart Registration Options
- Pre- or Post- Convention Single Occupancy Hotel Reservation - $280
- Pre- or Post- Convention Double Occupancy Hotel Reservation - $140
- Daily Hotel Single Occupancy Reservation - $280
- Daily Hotel Double Occupancy Reservation - $140
- Hotel Room Single Occupancy Hotel Upgrade - $140
- Thursday Dinner – $245
- Friday Programming - $200
- Friday Breakfast - $80
- Friday Dinner - $195
- Friday Lunch - $110
- Saturday Programming - $250
- Saturday Breakfast - $80
- Saturday Lunch - $124
- Saturday Banquet - $260
Can a Convention delegate just attend the business meeting?
This year, the business meeting will be held in a hybrid model, allowing delegates who cannot travel to Orlando to still participate in the official business of the Sorority which includes voting on proposed Amendments to the Constitution, election of the National Council and approval of the sorority budget.
Can I register another participant?
Each member must register herself, however if you have a non-member guest joining you, you can add them and any events they will be attending during your registration process.
Can I request a roommate?
Yes, in the registration process you can request a roommate by name/school. If you do not, Delta Zeta will place you with another attendee. All regular registrations are for double-occupancy hotel rooms.
What if I want I single room?
There are limited single rooms available. If you would like to request a single room, you will pay the difference in the hotel room cost. Please contact [email protected] to inquire about single rooms.
My chapter will be paying our registration, how do I do that?
College chapter delegates have the option to indicate they will pay later via BillHighway during the check out process.
If I am in the area, can I just attend or participate in part of the events?
Yes, if you are in the Orlando area, or even virtual, you can register to attend any of the non-Convention delegate sessions, from the opening celebration dinner on Thursday night to the programming during the day on Saturday. You must be registered though, to attend in-person events.
Keynote Speakers
Anne Bonney
Anne Bonney, CSP®, was born to talk—just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards! Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast “Dancing in the Discomfort Zone,” Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
Dr. Gyl Kasewurm
Dr. Gyl Kasewurm, AuD, is a highly esteemed figure in the field of hearing healthcare, renowned for her exceptional contributions and innovative approach.
As the founder and operator of Professional Hearing Services (PHS) in Saint Joseph, Michigan, she has cultivated a practice that sets the standard for the patient experience and grosses almost four million dollars in a single office.
Her illustrious career has been adorned with numerous prestigious awards and honors, including the Distinguished Achievement Award from the American Academy of Audiology. Moreover, she was recognized as a Distinguished Alumnus by Western Michigan University's Department of Health and Human Services, an exclusive distinction bestowed upon only a select few among the university's vast alumni network.
Dr. Kasewurm's passion for fostering empowerment and community among female hearing healthcare providers led her to establish DrGyl's Women of Wonder, a thriving Facebook group that now boasts over 2000 members. Her dedication to improving patient care, sharing knowledge and empowering fellow professionals serves as an inspiration to all.