2024 FGIA Fall Conference (In-Person)

Registration is now open! The conference schedule is now available.

Registration List as of August 26

Guest Registration List as of August 26

The 2024 FGIA Fall Conference (September 16-19) is a unique opportunity to connect with industry leaders and gain valuable insights. The conference will be held at the prestigious Hyatt Regency Minneapolis in Minneapolis, MN. FGIA room block has now closed. Please call the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis at 612-370-1234 for available room rates.

About Minneapolis
Minneapolis is a vibrant hub of natural beauty and urban sophistication. Known for its friendly Midwestern charm, Minneapolis boasts a diverse culinary scene, excellent shopping (Mall of America) and a rich history, making it an ideal location for events and gatherings. As part of the Twin Cities with neighboring Saint Paul, Minneapolis is famous for its arts scene, including the renowned Guthrie Theater and Minneapolis Institute of Art. The city also offers many outdoor activities with numerous parks, trails and waterways, making it an excellent destination for nature enthusiasts and sports lovers. We invite you to explore this diverse city during your stay at the conference. Check out our Minneapolis travel guide!

Conference Highlights
On Monday, September 16, there are opportunities for education, networking and volunteering. The FGIA "Rich and Diane Walker Cup" Golf Tournament will be held at the beautiful Como Golf Course. Guests and spouses will be busy rolling up their sleeves during the World Vision Backpack Assembly to fill backpacks with school supplies for local children in need. 

On Tuesday, September 17, the FGIA Product Showcase will offer participants the chance to learn about the latest product trends. This hands-on, once-a-year event offers a prime opportunity for supplier members to showcase products and services and is exclusively for FGIA Category 1, Category 2 and GPC-only Supplier Members.

Lastly, attend the Oktoberfest-themed outing at the local Surly Brewery on Wednesday night! Join us to celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food and live music! 

We look forward to welcoming you to another content-rich event where you can connect with an indispensable community of industry peers.

Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Platinum: Quanex | Sherwin-Williams
Exclusive FGIA Oktoberfest Fun Night Sponsor: Cardinal Glass Industries
Gold: Intertek | PROSOCO
Silver: AmesburyTruth | GED Integrated Solutions | H.B. Fuller | Kömmerling | INTIGRAL | Lanier Color Company, a Teknor Apex Company | Novagard 
Bronze: Arkema Inc. | Geon Performance Solutions | Kuraray America, Inc. | Vinyl Sustainability Council