When executives, founders, and decision-makers from across the wire harness and cable assembly industry come together, the conversations that happen between sessions often spark the most lasting impact. The Wiring Harness Manufacturer’s Association (WHMA) Annual Global Leadership Summit is celebrated not only for its powerful content but for its exceptional networking experiences that connect leaders, spark collaboration, and build lifelong partnerships.
This year’s event, taking place January 27–29, 2026, in Las Vegas, features a vibrant lineup of activities designed to connect the industry in both meaningful and memorable ways.
Tee Off in Style: Annual Golf Outing
The networking begins on Tuesday, January 27, with the always-popular Golf Outing at the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort. Set against the breathtaking desert backdrop, this outing blends friendly competition with relaxed, relationship-building conversations. Attendees will enjoy a morning shuttle, grab-and-go breakfast, and a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start, followed by lunch on the turn and awards for top performers.
Stretching a formidable 7,604 yards, this is Nevada’s longest and most challenging course, a true test for golfers of all levels. Known as the signature course at The Paiute, it combines dramatic elevation changes, bold undulations, and alternate landing zones with breathtaking desert scenery. Whether you’re in it for the thrill or the views, this course sets the stage for unforgettable networking on the fairway.
Connect, Collaborate & Celebrate
Every element of the Summit is designed to foster connection. The Welcome Reception on Tuesday evening sets the tone, offering a relaxed environment to mingle with exhibitors, suppliers, and peers over drinks and appetizers.
Throughout the week, networking breakfasts, refreshment breaks, and exhibit-hall lunches keep the conversations flowing, offering countless chances to meet new faces, exchange ideas, and spark partnerships that extend well beyond the event.
On Thursday afternoon, the Wine & Cheese Reception brings everyone together one final time where business cards are swapped, ideas are shared, and future collaborations are formed.
Mystery, Laughter & Connection
A true highlight of the Summit, the Wednesday Evening Networking Event which will feature a Murder Mystery Dinner transforming networking into a night of intrigue, suspense, and connection. Attendees will team up with fellow guests to solve a thrilling whodunit filled with unexpected twists and hidden motives. As clues unfold and secrets emerge, you might even find yourself a suspect! Guided by professional actors who keep the plot moving and the energy high, you’ll work together to uncover who committed the crime, how they did it, and why. It’s the perfect blend of fun, strategy, and networking, because some of the best connections are made over a little mystery.
Where Relationships Power the Industry
At its heart, the WHMA Global Leadership Summit is about connection, linking people, ideas, and opportunities that drive the wire harness industry forward. Whether it’s a strategic chat on the fairway, a conversation over coffee, or shared laughter during the Murder Mystery Dinner, every moment is designed to strengthen the community that defines this industry.
As a past attendee shared, “The networking opportunities are by far the main reason people keep coming back. There’s nothing else like it.”
In a world increasingly defined by digital communication, the WHMA Annual Global Leadership Summit stands apart as a place where real relationships are built and where the next big idea might just start with a simple handshake.
