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For 120 years, GFOA members have shaped the future of public finance. At #GFOA2026, we’ll build on that legacy with over 80 CPE-accredited, peer-led sessions, plus inspiring keynotes, leadership training, and unparalleled networking with colleagues from across the globe. Join us to learn, connect, and lead the future of government finance.
Register here: https://members.gfoa.org/Gfoamember/Events/Event_Display_Pronouns.aspx?EventKey=CON26
28 June 2026 – 1 July 2026
Chicago, IL
2026 AWS Summit (DC Summit)
Two-day summit focused on cloud computing innovation, AI, and public sector digital transformation.
Date: 29 June 2026 – 1 July 2026
Washington, DC
The AGA Professional Development Training (PDT) 2026 will take place July 21–23, 2026, in Washington, D.C. It is the premier annual training event for government financial management professionals, offering up to 24 CPE credits. The event focuses on connecting professionals for networking and providing educational sessions to improve government financial management.
Register Here: https://chapters.agacgfm.org/Events/PDT/Future-PDTs.aspx.html
Date: 21-23 July 2026
Walter E. Washington Convention Center — Washington, DC
Public sector IT leaders convene to discuss digital service delivery, AI, cybersecurity, and gov modernization.
Register Here: https://events.govtech.com/connecticut-digital-government-summit
2 September 2026
Connecticut Convention Center, Hartford, CT
State digital government conference for public sector leaders to explore emerging tech and digital transformation.
Register Here: https://events.govtech.com/massachusetts-digital-government-summit
22 September 2026
Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, Boston
AWS’s flagship cloud and AI conference with keynotes, deep-dive sessions, and product announcements.
Register Here: https://reinvent.awsevents.com/
30 November – 4 December 2026
Las Vegas, NV
The SCITDA Fall Conference is a premier event in our state known for its vendor showcases, high profile speakers, and technology centric content.
Register Here: https://scitda40.wildapricot.org/Fall-Conference
TBD
Marriott, Downtown Columbia, SC
Past Events
Designed for current and future leaders, NLT offers practical strategies, expert perspectives and CPE opportunities. Financial management professionals in government come together to share ideas, build skills and strengthen leadership across all levels of government.
Register here: https://www.agacgfm.org/event/national-leadership-training-2026/
18 -19 February 2026
Washington, DC
Strategy World 2026 is where leaders, innovators, and strategists come together to share insights, gain practical skills, and shape the future of enterprise success.
Register here: https://www.strategysoftware.com/world26
23 – 26 February 2026
Wynn, Las Vegas, NV
A celebration of the Marines in the P&R community that is held in coordination with the Deputy Commandant for Programs and Resources. This dinner provides a formal venue to recognize the professional achievements of the top performers in Marine Corps P&R Department.
Register here: https://www.mca-marines.org/event/2026-pr-awards-dinner/
26 February 2026
The Army Navy Country Club, 1700 Army Navy Dr., Arlington, VA 22202
Brings senior execs from industry and government together to address key law enforcement and technology initiatives.
Register here: https://www.pscouncil.org/Event.aspx?EventKey=26LAWCONF
February 2026
Crystal City, VA / Virtual
Brief Description: Where government and industry leaders collaborate for a focused day of learning, innovation, and mission-driven discussion.
Register here: https://sdfm.org/event/washington-chapter-pdi/
10 March 2026
Washington, DC
This event covers everything from enterprise adoption, ethics, and generative AI to academic integration and responsible AI governance.
Register here: https://www.potomacofficersclub.com/events/2026-artificial-intelligence-summit/
18 March 2026
Hyatt Regency Reston, 1800 Presidents St., Reston, VA 20190
Forum for federal government leaders and tech innovators on AI-powered solutions and government tech trends.
Register here: https://www.oracle.com/government/federal/fed-forum/plan/
31 March 2026
Washington, DC
Carahsoft and our vendor partners are excited to invite you to join us at our 3rd annual Law Enforcement Innovation Summit. We are coming together in person for a day of exciting panels, educational sessions, networking, and more.
Register here: https://carahevents.carahsoft.com/Event/Details/690153-blogstd
April 2026
Carahsoft Conference & Collaboration Center, 11493 Sunset Hills Rd, Suite 100, Reston, VA 20190
Invitation-only gathering of public sector IT leaders focused on leadership, innovation, and strategy.
Register here: https://events.govtech.com/Massachusetts-IT-Leadership-Forum
16 April 2026
Framingham, MA
The NLIT Summit is sponsored by the NLIT Society, a professional society founded to facilitate the exchange of best practices and ideas among IT and Cybersecurity professionals within the DOE complex, strengthen the infrastructure, and identify efficiencies within the DOE laboratory system. The Summit facilitates sharing information regarding all aspects of IT and Cybersecurity operations, technology, policies, and practices in support of research conducted at the Laboratories. It is open to all personnel in the IT and Cybersecurity fields working at Laboratories and Plants affiliated with government funded activities, as well as Federal government employees in the IT or Cybersecurity fields that work at agencies associated with the participating Laboratories.
Register here: https://www.fbcinc.com/event.aspx/Q6UJ9A020MM5
4-7 May 2026
Kansas City, MO
State & local government leaders explore digital transformation and emerging technology in Rhode Island.
Register here: https://events.govtech.com/Rhode-Island-Digital-Government-Summit
20 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, Warwick, RI
Ascend 2026—the premier Oracle user community event—takes place June 8–11, 2026 at the Caribe Royale Orlando in Florida. Hosted by the OATUG (Oracle Applications & Technology Users Group) and OHUG (Oracle HCM Users Group), the conference offers hands-on education, product previews, and networking for Oracle professionals.
Register here: https://www.ascendusersconference.com/website/90139/registration/
8 June 2026 – 11 June 2026
Caribe Royale Resort , Orlando, FL
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