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Upcoming Events
All the Scary Things - Handling Unexpected Situations
October 19, 2026
Prepares government meeting planners to manage sudden event disruptions, logistical emergencies, and unexpected site crises with confidence and structured response protocols.
Logistics
Doing the Right Thing - Ethics and Government Agencies
November 17, 2026
Teaches planners and suppliers how to navigate complex government gift regulations, vendor interactions, and procurement rules while maintaining strict ethical compliance.
Ethics
Holiday Brunch & Silent Auction
December 17, 2026 @ 8:30am - 11:00am
Celebrate the holidays with fellow meeting and event professionals the morning following Associations West's Seasonal Spectacular in Sacramento! Join the SGMP Golden State Chapter for a festive morning featuring a delicious brunch buffet, networking, and a silent auction packed with items to help satisfy your holiday shopping needs.
Location: Hilton Sacramento Arden West, 2200 Harvard St., Sacramento, CA 95815
Registration Deadline: December 3, 2026
Planners (Members & Non-Members): $50
Suppliers (Members & Non-Members): $65
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Silent Auction: Bid on a fantastic selection of gift items while promoting your business through item donations.
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50/50 Raffle: Half the pot goes to the lucky winner, and the other half directly supports chapter education programming.
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Share Some Christmas Kindness: Help support the local community! Attendees are encouraged to bring donations for adults and children experiencing homelessness, which will be collected at the brunch and delivered to Loaves & Fishes in Sacramento.
 
January Networking Event
TBD January
Provides a relaxed setting for government planners and hospitality suppliers to foster professional connections and share insights for the upcoming year.
Education Session: Accessibility
TBD February
Guides meeting professionals through physical and digital accessibility standards to ensure event venues, digital registration platforms, and presentation materials fully accommodate all attendees.
Education & Programming
March Networking Event
TBD March
Connects chapter members, planners, and regional suppliers to collaborate, build industry partnerships, and exchange best practices.
Education Session: Per Diem Rates & Group Blocks
TBD April
Covers practical strategies for managing GSA per diem lodging limits, negotiating dynamic rate drop clauses, and managing risk in hotel group block contracts.
Finance & Contract Management
Education Session: Protocol
TBD June
Outlines essential VIP decorum, flag etiquette, security protocols, and ceremonial standards required for government-sponsored meetings and official functions.
Protocol
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