Join multifamily leaders at Happy Summit 2026
March 4-6
La Jolla, California
The destination for learning how smarter maintenance powers stronger assets, better business, and brighter futures.
Meet the speakers
Connect with top multifamily leaders and cutting-edge technology experts.
Hear from operators who’ve grown NOI in complex markets, technologists building the next wave of tools, and executives navigating the toughest operational shifts.
3 action-packed days.
1 unforgettable event.
- Stocked & Loaded: The Future of Inventory Management
- Change Champions: Leading Teams Through Implementation
- Service as Strategy: Training Teams to Deliver the 11-Star Experience
Break away at Estancia La Jolla
This hacienda-style AAA Four Diamond resort sets the perfect backdrop. In between networking and sessions, indulge in coastal cuisine, spa treatments, and a saltwater pool.
More than a place to stay – it's an oasis worth extending.
2025 raised the bar
From standout speakers to can't-miss networking and a Learning Lab that stole the show, Summit delivered at every turn. In 2026, we’re leveling up. Trust us – you’ll want this on your calendar.
Happy
Summit sold out 3 years running!
“Sometimes you go to conferences and you feel like they’re trying to sell you something. They’re not. They’re just great people and have a great product.”
“Incredibly valuable networking in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere that makes connecting effortless.”
“HappyCo brings out their vendors to the Summit as well so we get to see much more than just the HappyCo product. We get to see everything that integrates with it.”
200+ attendees, with 2M+ units represented across 40+ states
Learning Lab is back, bigger and better
Test-drive new features, ask questions, and shape the future of our products alongside our team. See how HappyCo and strategic partners are building seamless solutions — and influence what comes next.
Partners
Thanks to our sponsors for helping create a happier future for multifamily living at this year’s Summit.
Qira + HappyCo deliver a fully integrated move-out and security deposit experience. HappyCo’s inspection and end-of-lease data flows directly into Qira’s platform to automate settlement, refunds, and collections. Property teams eliminate manual reconciliation, checks, and compliance risk while residents get faster, transparent close-outs—resulting in fewer disputes, quicker move-outs, and a smoother end-to-end experience.
Delta Faucet Company - Multiple brands, One Partner. Water seeks its own level, and now so can you. With Brizo®, Delta®, Peerless® and Kraus® brands, our style choices run deep, complemented by an undercurrent of innovation and reservoirs of support. We also have decades of experience helping developers, owners, managers, and contractors to create world-class living spaces, both on time and on budget. Brand, Innovation, Quality, Service.
SurfaceAI provides a powerful team of AI agents that help multifamily operators uncover revenue, automate workflows, and run smarter operations.
AppFolio is the technology leader powering the future of the real estate industry. Our innovative platform and trusted partnership enable our customers to connect communities, increase operational efficiency, and grow their business.
Engrain is transforming the way people find, lease and manage property. Its leading products are SightMap, an interactive property map platform, and TouchTour, a dynamic onsite showcase, and Asset Intelligence, a map-based data visualization tool. Engrain’s advanced integrations and proprietary mapping technology offer solutions for any real estate technology stack.
A Better Way to Buy, Sell, and Scale. Purchasing Platform's customizable marketplace technology gives buyers instant, compliant access to national pricing and insights—while suppliers expand reach, gain new customers, and reduce acquisition costs with low-effort, low-cost setup. Multifamily, student housing, SFR, BTR and manufactured housing portfolios of all sizes us our technology to save money and drive standardization every day.
Lessen is an AI-driven property operations platform that helps enterprises care for, improve, and optimize real estate at scale. By combining intelligence, technology, and managed execution, Lessen simplifies repairs and maintenance, capital projects, and turns across commercial and residential portfolios. Powered by AI and a nationwide vendor network, Lessen reduces operational friction, improves asset performance, and delivers better outcomes with less work.
An AI-enabled fraud detection engine dedicated to helping you reduce bad debt and evictions
Union is the operating system for modern property management. We support every touchpoint in the renter's journey, from first contact to application, move in, renewal, and move out. One platform unifies leads, calls, chats, tasks, and applications across your portfolio. Integrated AI engages prospects and residents at key moments, while in context AI Assist supports agents on every channel with answers and suggested replies. Streamline workflows, reduce costs, and lease faster.
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases.
HireApp bridges the gap between your maintenance and inspection needs and qualified staff. When you need additional hands for unit turns, inspections, and other tasks, our plugin connects you directly with vetted professionals who understand property management requirements.
SWTCH delivers scalable, cost-effective EV charging for multifamily, commercial, and workplace buildings. By using existing grid infrastructure and advanced technology, SWTCH helps building owners and operators deploy reliable, profitable charging networks supported by partnerships and continuous innovation across North America.
Synco is a centralized communication platform built specifically for real estate teams. It replaces fragmented email, text, and chat tools with structured, real-time communication tied to buildings, units, and projects. Synco helps property managers and operators move faster, reduce missed maintenance follow-ups, onboard new staff quickly, and gain clear visibility across daily operations. With seamless HappyCo integration, team communication is tied directly to HappyCo work orders for easy, contextual collaboration.
Secure your spot at Happy Summit 2026
Happy Summit is invite only and spots are limited — join the leaders shaping the future of multifamily before registration closes.
FAQs
We’ve leveled up the Happy Summit experience. This year, we’re returning to the beautiful Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa — with an expanded lineup of wellness activities like morning yoga and coastal hikes.
You’ll also enjoy more interactive sessions, an even greater focus on our Learning Lab and product innovation, new networking formats, and dedicated time with our Plugin Partners to inspire collaboration and connection.
Same good energy — just bigger and better than ever. 🌞
Happy Summit is an invite-only event that brings together an exclusive group of visionaries and change makers from the multifamily industry and beyond. Each year, we bring together an exceptional mix of people who think big, lead boldly, and share vision of improving the quality of living.
Here’s who you’ll meet at Happy Summit 2026:
- Top Multifamily Executives: Visionary leaders setting the pace for operational and organizational excellence.
- Regional & Portfolio Leaders: Groundbreakers driving change and implementing next-gen strategies across their communities.
- Industry Influencers & Thought Leaders: Experts and voices shaping where multifamily goes next.
- Elite Sponsors & Partners: PropTech pioneers showcasing innovative solutions — plus exclusive 1:1 time with our top Plugin Partners to collaborate on what’s next.
- The HappyCo Team: The people behind the platform, ready to share insights, ideas, and a few good laughs.
If you’ve received an invite, you’re already on your way! Simply complete the Request to Attend Form on the Happy Summit 2026 page to let us know you’re interested.
Once submitted, our team will review your request and follow up with next steps. Approved guests will receive a confirmation email to finalize registration and book their hotel stay — all in one simple flow.
There are no registration or conference fees for attendees of Happy Summit.
HappyCo also covers all meals and activities throughout the event. Attendees are responsible only for their portion of hotel and travel costs.
Enjoy a special HappyCo rate of $299 per night (all-in) at the Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa — a significant discount from the standard nightly rate. HappyCo covers the remaining balance of the room rate.
If you’re local, no problem — you’re welcome to join us for all programming and events.
Parking: Self-parking $25/per day | Valet $30/per day
If your plans change, please cancel your reservation promptly. Late cancellations or no-shows may incur a one-night room charge.
Earlier is always better!
We recommend booking flights by Friday, January 23, 2026 to secure the best rates and ensure availability.
Please review the schedule to make sure you can attend everything from start to finish.
We recommend San Diego International Airport (SAN) — located just 15 miles (about 25 minutes) from the Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa.
Please note that airport transportation is not provided by the hotel or HappyCo. Guests are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the resort. Rideshare services and taxis are readily available at the airport.
We recommend arriving in La Jolla by early afternoon on Wednesday, March 4, to allow time to check in, stop by the Learning Lab and join us for the Welcome Dinner & Reception.
Programming runs through Friday, March 6, with Closing Remarks and Lunch concluding at 2:00 PM PT. To experience the full event, please book departing flights no earlier than 4:00 PM PT on Friday.
Yes! Your guests are warmly welcomed at Happy Summit and encouraged to join the experience.
They’re invited to attend all group meals and evening events. During daytime sessions, they can relax at the resort, unwind at the spa, or explore the coastal beauty of La Jolla.
Simply select “Yes” under the Plus One section of your registration form, and we’ll make sure they’re included in all hospitality headcounts.
Hotel Policy: The hotel charges an additional $20 per person, per night for adult guests sharing a room. Children under 18 stay free when sharing a room with a parent or guardian.
Easygoing. Coastal. You.
Think business casual for daytime sessions and smart casual for dinners and evening events. Pack light layers — La Jolla mornings and evenings can bring a cool coastal breeze.
Planning to join a morning yoga session, coastal hike, or other outdoor activity? Bring comfortable activewear and a pair of good walking shoes.
Plans change — we get it!
If you need to cancel your registration or hotel reservation, please contact happysummitrooms@happy.co as soon as possible.
To avoid a cancellation fee, all changes must be communicated at least three (3) days prior to check-in. Cancellations made within three days of arrival — or failure to check in — may result in a one-night room charge to the card on file.
We’ll do our best to release your room without penalty and open your spot for another guest.
