HYPNOSIS WORLD
MID-AMERICA CONFERENCE
OCTOBER 16-18, 2026
Hilton Chicago Double Tree, Arlington Heights, IL
EARLY BIRD
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ONLY $195
THE SHIFT IS COMING!
WHICH PASS IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Access
Pass
Get in the room. Get the tools. Start your shift.
$245
- Full access to the 3-Day LIVE Conference Experience
- Choose from 100+ expert-led sessions covering hypnosis, influence, transformation, and business growth
- Walk away with real-world techniques you can immediately apply
- Official Hypnosis World Swag Bag ($350 Value)
- Full access to “THE SHIFT” – 4-Hour Experiential Transformational Sessions (Sunday)
This is where learning begins.
This is for you if:
You want access to powerful tools, new strategies, and fresh perspectives you can start using right away.
VIP Experience
Go beyond attending—Step into the experience.
$350
- Full access to the 3-Day LIVE Conference Experience
- Choose from 100+ expert-led sessions covering hypnosis, influence, transformation, and business growth
- Walk away with real-world techniques you can immediately apply
- Official Hypnosis World Swag Bag ($350 Value)
- Full access to “THE SHIFT” – 4-Hour Experiential Transformational Sessions (Sunday)
- Friday Night Cocktail Hour + Talent Show
- Red Carpet Professional Photo Experience
- VIP Gala Awards Dinner (Saturday Night)
- "Misty & the Sandman Comedy Hypnosis Show" Admission - Saturday
- After Show Dance Party (Saturday)
- Exclusive VIP Lounge Access (snacks, beverages, coffee, and comfort)
This is where connections are made and opportunities open up.
This is for you if:
You don’t just want to attend—you want to connect, be part of the energy, and build real relationships with people in the room.
Inner Circle Elite
Position yourself at the highest level—access, proximity, & advantage.
$1000
($3500 value)
- Full access to the 3-Day LIVE Conference Experience
- Choose from 100+ expert-led sessions covering hypnosis, influence, transformation, and business growth
- Walk away with real-world techniques you can immediately apply
- Official Hypnosis World Swag Bag ($350 Value)
- Full access to “THE SHIFT” – 4-Hour Experiential Transformational Sessions (Sunday)
- Friday Night Cocktail Hour + Talent Show
- Red Carpet Professional Photo Experience
- VIP Gala Awards Dinner (Saturday Night)
- "Misty & the Sandman Comedy Hypnosis Show" Admission - Saturday
- After Show Dance Party (Saturday)
- Exclusive VIP Lounge Access (snacks, beverages, coffee, and comfort)
- Premium Seating at All Presentations & Events
- Priority Access to VIP Areas & Experiences
- Full Conference Video Library ($250 Value)
- Hypnosis World™ Gold Level Certification Program ($1,500 Value)
- Monday & Tuesday All Four Post-Conference Interactive Workshops ($1,000 Value)
This is for you if:
You want to be seen, build authority, stay in the room longer, and leave with not just knowledge—but a real advantage you can leverage immediately.
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Hypnosis World Mid-America Conference
Apply to Become a Presenter at the Mid-America Hypnosis Conference
Where Innovation Meets Opportunity
Step into the spotlight at the Mid-America Hypnosis Conference, the longest-running hypnosis event in the United States, and share your expertise with an audience of dedicated hypnotists, NLP practitioners, and wellness professionals. By becoming a presenter, you’ll not only elevate your professional profile but also make a meaningful impact on the hypnosis and wellness community.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH
Experiential. Transformational. Unforgettable.
THE SHIFT
This is Why You Came
Most events teach you what to do.
This is where you experience it.
It’s Your Turn
For three days, you’ve been learning, observing, and expanding your perspective.
Now… you step in.
The Shift is a fully immersive, experiential journey where you become the client—guided by some of the most skilled hypnotists and transformational practitioners in the world.
No more watching.
No more note-taking.
You participate. You feel it. You live it.
The Experiential Transformational Shift
Choose your experience and step into powerful sessions designed to help you:
- Break through limitations
- Release stress and mental blocks
- Build confidence and clarity
- Reconnect with your purpose
- Step into the next version of yourself
This isn’t theory.
This is transformation in real time.
Explore Powerful Modalities
You’ll have the opportunity to experience sessions such as:
- Past Life Regression
- Sound Therapy
- Stress & Emotional Release Sessions
- Confidence & Identity Rewiring
- And more…
Each session is designed to give you a direct, personal experience of the work—so you don’t just understand it…
You embody it.
Why This Changes Everything
Because when you’ve experienced the process yourself:
- You trust it
- You understand it at a deeper level
- You can apply it with confidence
This is the moment where everything you’ve learned comes together.
Don’t Just Learn It. Live It.
The Shift isn’t something you watch.
It’s something you step into.
And once you do…
you won’t leave the same.
LIVE
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19TH
CONFERENCE KEYNOTE SPEAKER
DR. RICHARD BANDLER
50 Years Bringing Hypnosis into the Light
Witness history in the making as Dr. Richard Bandler, the co-creator of NLP and one of the most influential figures in modern psychology, takes the stage to deliver a powerful keynote: “50 Years Bringing Hypnosis into the Light.” For five decades, Dr. Bandler has reshaped the way the world understands hypnosis — moving it from myth and mystery into a respected and practical tool for transformation, healing, and achievement. His impact on therapy, coaching, education, business, and personal development is immeasurable, and now you have the rare opportunity to hear directly from the man who started it all.
This is more than a keynote — it’s a front-row seat to the insights, stories, and experiences of a true pioneer. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or simply curious about the incredible power of the mind, being present for this historic moment with Dr. Bandler will ignite new ideas, deepen your understanding, and inspire you to see what’s truly possible. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime event.
What to Expect
The Conference Experience
People have been attending the Hypnosis World™ Mid-America Hypnosis Conference for over 40+ years!
The reason is simple: High quality teaching that focuses on helping you develop skills to help other people. And of course, this is more than a conference, it is a community that can support you as you build your practice.
100+
Presentations
100+
Speakers
20
Vendors
50
States
THE SHIFT: Your 3-Day Experience
THE SHIFT: Your 3-Day Conference Experience
Three days designed to move you from learning… to participation… to real transformation.
THURSDAY - PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
TBA
FRIDAY - IGNITION
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Registration
Come get your Swag Bag and Name Tag Along with Some Extra Goodies
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Opening Ceremony + Keynotes
Featuring Martin Caster Peterson & Ken Guzzo
Master of Ceremony – Rich Guzzi
1:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Multi-Room Presentations
Choose your path and build your skills across multiple expert-led sessions.
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Dinner + Talent Show
What other talents are you hiding? Now is the time to bring them out!
SATURDAY - IMMERSION
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Interactive Morning Experience
Start the day focused, present, and ready.
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
All-Day Presentations
Deeper learning. More tools. Expanded perspective.
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Gala Buffet Dinner
Connect, celebrate, and build relationships.
9:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Misty & the Sandman Comedy Hypnosis Show
Hilariously funny! Followed by a night of dancing.
SUNDAY - THE SHIFT
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Interactive Morning Experience
Prepare your mind and state for what’s ahead.
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Morning Presentations
Final insights and tools to support your next level.
1:30 PM – 6:00 PM
THE SHIFT – Experiential Transformational Sessions
Where Learning Ends…
and Transformation Begins in
Step into the experience as a participant and work through your own goals.
Here are just a few session that will be offered:
- Past Life Regression
- Astrology
- Stress & Emotional Release Sessions
- Confidence & Identity Rewiring
- Sound Healing
- And more
This is where everything comes together—
not just learning what to do, but experiencing it for yourself.
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Surprise Show
Negotiations are taking place – Just wait to be AMAZED!
MONDAY - POST-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
TBA
Monday, October 20th
HYPNOSIS AS AN APPLICATION OF NLP™
Join Dr. Richard Bandler, the legendary co-creator of NLP, for a rare and unforgettable one-day event exploring the dynamic connection between Hypnosis and NLP. Known for revolutionizing personal development, therapy, and coaching, Dr. Bandler will share how hypnotic techniques within the NLP framework can create powerful, lasting change — both personally and professionally. Whether you’re a therapist, coach, business leader, educator, or simply passionate about human potential, this is a unique opportunity to learn directly from one of the world’s true pioneers of human transformation.
Experience live demonstrations, practical insights, and dynamic discussions that will expand your understanding of the subconscious mind and sharpen your ability to create impact and success.
Space is limited — secure your seat today and be part of this extraordinary day with Dr. Richard Bandler.
Secure Your Seat Today! for this life changing opportunity.
ONLY $1000
GET INSIDER ACCESS
Choose from Ten Unique Pre & Post-Conference Workshops with Top Leaders
Thursday, October 16th
Unlock the Subconscious Code of Addiction
with Jodie Solberg & Cormac Colleran
2026 Keynote Speakers
Martin Caster Peterson
A Global Force in Hypnosis & Performance
Martin Caster Peterson is a world-renowned hypnotist, breakthrough coach, and performance trainer who’s revolutionizing how change-makers learn and lead. As the founder of The Hypno Academy with hubs in both Denmark and the U.S., he’s trained thousands of professionals in hypnosis, coaching, and healthcare.
What makes Martin different? He ditches cookie-cutter methods for adaptive, neuroscience-backed strategies that deliver rapid, lasting transformation. With a dynamic stage presence and unmatched depth of knowledge, Martin will inspire, educate, and challenge you to think beyond scripts and unlock your true potential.
Rich Guzzi
Activate the Y.E.S. Within
(Your Excellence System)
Rich Guzzi is the ultimate transformation catalyst — a world-class trainer, performer, and creator of the Y.E.S. – Your Excellence System, built to elevate both your life and your hypnosis practice.
With over 10,000 shows, 1 million people hypnotized, and 1,000+ media appearances, Rich fuses high-impact entertainment with elite personal development. As CEO of HypnosisWorld.com, he’s leading the movement to modernize and professionalize the hypnosis industry.
In this powerful keynote, Rich goes beyond motivation — he demonstrates transformation. You’ll leave with tools to create breakthroughs for your clients and step into your own excellence.
Ken Guzzo
Ken - "I love making a positive difference in the world, loving family, helping clients, training hypnotists."
Ken Guzzo is one of the most successful hypnotist today, able to earn thousands of dollars just by showing up to his clients for two days a week. Before his successful career as a hypnotist, Ken was involved in change work, a type of job that involves helping other people become a better version of themselves. He has been doing this job since 1989.
He had this gig going until a colleague told him about hypnotism and how it helps people stop smoking. It wasn’t a surprise that he initially referred to hypnosis as junk science, but he reconsidered his opinions after doing his research. Long story short, he got fascinated with the world of hypnosis and decided to learn the trade and apply it to his own practice and has since helped over 5000 people.
Martin Caster Peterson
A Global Force in Hypnosis & Performance
Martin Castor Peterson is a world-renowned hypnotist, breakthrough coach, and performance trainer who’s revolutionizing how change-makers learn and lead. As the founder of The Hypno Academy with hubs in both Denmark and the U.S., he’s trained thousands of professionals in hypnosis, coaching, and healthcare.
What makes Martin different? He ditches cookie-cutter methods for adaptive, neuroscience-backed strategies that deliver rapid, lasting transformation. With a dynamic stage presence and unmatched depth of knowledge, Martin will inspire, educate, and challenge you to think beyond scripts and unlock your true potential.
Hypnosis World
Red Carpet Gala
Don't Miss This Special Event!
Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring:
SATURDAY
at 7:00 PM
Awards Ceremony
Blockbuster Buffet
Rich Guzzi Comedy Hypnosis Show
Tickets are just $60
Seating is limited-reserved only!
From The
Heart of the Crowd
I will return and thoroughly recommend this conference to anyone who has a passion for helping people be all they can be. "
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Where to find us
Venue and Info
Hotel Information
This year Hypnosis World Mid-America Conference is happening at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago – Arlington Heights. You will join over 300 attendees in one of the best Conference venue in Chicago.
Address:
75 W. Algonquin Road Arlington Heights, Illinois
Transportation
The DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Arlington Heights is conveniently situated off I-90, just a short 15-minute drive from Chicago O’Hare International Airport.
A complimentary airport shuttle service is available for your convenience.*
* Airport Shuttle Information:
Upon arriving at O’Hare International Airport and collecting your luggage, please call the hotel at 847-364-7600 to request a shuttle pick-up
(subject to availability).
*The shuttle service currently operates daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
Hotel Amenities
Guests enjoy complimentary parking and Wi-Fi throughout your stay. Additional amenities include a coffee maker in each room, fully-equipped business center, a modern fitness center, and an inviting indoor pool.
Every visit begins with a warm welcome and a signature DoubleTree cookie.
Dining Options
A Brand New Lunch Buffet has been arranged for
our group - Each day is a different selection & theme.
You can purchase all three days for Only $60
There will be vegetarian options available.
or purchase at the Welcome Desk starting on Friday
for $25 a day
During your stay at the DoubleTree, enjoy a breakfast or dinner at Birch River Grill - An American Kitchen, conveniently located on-site.
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