Saddle Up for the 2026 PBT Convention




Get ready for three exciting days of education, networking, entertainment, and Texas- sized hospitality! The Professional Bondsmen of Texas (PBT) proudly invites members, industry professionals, exhibitors, sponsors, and friends to join us for the 2026 PBT Convention, October 21-23, in beautiful San Antonio.

This year’s Annual Professional Bondsmen of Texas Convention theme is Bail Boots with Texas Roots! We are writing today because we want you to know that YOU MATTER to us! Professional Bondsman of Texas is the principal advocate and leadership organization for the bail industry in Texas!  

Do not forget the Annual Skeet Shoot at the San Antonio Gun Club!! Enjoy some 3B Texas BBQ and dessert for lunch. Transportation has been arranged through Star Shuttle to take you from the hotel to the event. Lunch will begin 12:30-1:30pm, Teams will begin shooting at 1:30 for a game of WizBang with 50 targets and 2 boxes of ammo included per shooter. We have reserved 5 rental guns if you do not have one at home. (Club offers 4-12ga and 1-20ga shotgun). Eye and ear protection is required while on the field. (Shooting or not shooting) Safety glasses can be purchased for $10.00, and ear plugs can be bought for .50 a pair.
The evening concludes with our Welcome Reception 5:00-7:00pm featuring exhibitors, networking opportunities, and the Skeet Shoot Trophy Presentation. It is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends and make new ones!
Thursday, October 22- Education, Inspiration & Entertainment!
Thursday will begin with a complimentary breakfast at 7:00 AM, followed by a full day of educational presentations, featuring an outstanding lineup of industry professionals. 
Featured Educational Speakers include:
  • Michele Stuart, Tactical Investigations- “ From Face to Found: How Facial Recognition is Changing Recovery
  • Eric Granof- Educating the Internet
  • Scott Walstad, Cory Lee, John McClusky, Jesse Ancera, Joe Valenzuela, and Representative David Spiller, with Moderator Ken W. Good- The Road Ahead: What to Expect in the Upcoming Texas Legislative Session
  • CPA Megan Ewald of CPA Hickman & Leckrone, PLLC interviewed by Roger Moore- The Financial Side of the Bail Business
We are especially excited to Welcome Beverly Vance Aikins, mother of Vice President JD Vance, as our special luncheon guest from 11:45-1:00pm.
Featured in the bestselling memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, Beverley’s remarkable life story reflects resilience, faith, family, and the strength to overcome adversity.
Attendees will also have a special opportunity to meet Beverly during our Social Hour and Auction Preview 5:30-6:30 PM.
Boots, Bidding & Dueling Pianos!
Join us after class, where it’s time to kick up your heels and enjoy a true Texas celebration in Rhinestone Rodeo Attire! From 6:30-9:00 PM for dinner, prize drawings, awards, and our always-popular PBT Live Auction.
Don’t forget to bring an auction item! Whether you are donating or bidding, your participation helps make this annual tradition a success.
The fun doesn’t stop there! From 9:00PM – 11:00PM, enjoy our “ Bail & Boots with Texas Roots” Dueling Pianos Post Party- a lively evening of music, laughter, and entertainment with Felix & Fingers.
Friday, October 23- Building a Stronger Future
Friday continues with educational panel discussions addressing challenges bail bonds professionals face.
Topics Include:
  • Recurring Problems, Real Solutions in Bail Board Counties, Criminal Code Counties and in Dealing with Bond Forfeitures, featuring Randy Adler, David Finny, and Ken W. Good.
  • The Mechanics of Bail Risk Evaluation: Deciding What’s a Good Bond vs a Bad Bond and What Makes a Good Bond Go Bad, featuring Randy Adler, Roger Moore, and Ken W. Good.
The convention officially concludes at 2:30PM.
Round up your friends, dust off your boots, and come make some memories! 
CLICK HERE for the Annual Meeting online.
CLICK HERE for a Hard Copy Registration Form for the Annual Meeting with a paper registration.
CLICK HERE to Register as a Sponsor online.
CLICK HERE for a Hard Copy Form to Register as a Sponsor.
CLICK HERE to Register for the PBT Skeet Shoot.
CLICK HERE for a Hard Copy Form to Register for the PBT Skeet Shoot.



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