Spring Leadership Conference Packing List

  • HOSA blazer or a black or navy business suit
  • Navy or black dress pants or skirt (You cannot wear leggings, black jeans, or skirts more than 1” shorter than your knees)
  • White button-down shirts (long or short sleeves) for men & women (or white shells for women) bring 2-4 shirts!
  • Maroon tie for men and an optional bowtie for women
  • Dark socks (men wearing pants) HOSA no longer requires socks or stockings for women, just make sure your shoes don’t rub and cause blisters.
  • Black or navy shoes can NOT have open toes or open heels. MAKE SURE THEY ARE COMFORTABLE!
  • Pajamas
  • Deodorant
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Phone and charger
  • Eyeglasses, contacts, spare pair, contact solution and case
  • Hairbrush, hair products, hair ties (hotel room has a hairdryer)
  • HOSA spirit and excitement to learn and meet new friends.
  • Do not bring pillows, blankets, or towels - the hotel will provide these
  • Do not bring expensive property or lots of cash, the hotel and HOSA will not be responsible for lost or stolen items left in hotel rooms
Required: HOSA’s Official Uniform Policy
  • Tailored navy blazer with emblem affixed over the heart
  • Matching navy slacks or navy knee-length skirt
  • White, closed-neck, tailored dress shirt suitable for tie or scarf
  • Accents: maroon HOSA scarf or maroon or navy long tie
  • Closed-toe blue, black, or brown business shoes or blue, black, or brown sneakers
  • Belt (blue, black, or brown)
  • Head covers required for religious purposes or to honor cultural traditions are allowed. OR, Business Dress Policy
  • Black or navy-blue suit
  • White, closed-neck, tailored dress shirt (maroon or navy long tie)
  • White blouse (can be member’s choice) or Accent: maroon HOSA scarf (optional)
  • Members may choose to wear knee-length skirts or slacks
  • Closed-toe blue, black, or brown business shoes or blue, black, or brown sneakers
  • Belt (blue, black, or brown)
  • Head covers required for religious purposes or to honor cultural traditions are allowed.
Tennis Shoe / Sneaker Policy:
HOSA members may wear business casual footwear, including sneakers, if clean and in good condition throughout the conference. If you wear sneakers to the general sessions, remember they must be blue, black, or brown to be allowed to walk across the stage! Athletic soles are acceptable.