National Education Conference

The SGMP National Education Conference (NEC) is an annual event featuring over 20 hours of professional development sessions, exciting keynote speakers, an industry tradeshow, networking opportunities, a fundraising silent auction, and more!  

The 2027 National Education Conference will be held at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown May 4-6, 2027. 

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The 2027 National Education Conference pricing is based on member type and membership status. 

Contract Planner: $475.00 (member)  $605.00 (non-member)
Government Planner or Retiree: $425.00 (member) $485.00 (non-member)
Supplier: $1,260.00 (member)  $1,650.00 (non-member)
Educator/Student:  $265.00 (member)  $275.00 (non-member)

Members who register prior to the early bird deadline 4/2/27 will receive a $55 discount on registration.

A conference justification template will be available in January 2027. 

The 2027 National Education Conference will feature two keynote speakers, dozens of breakout sessions, supplier and planner roundtable sessions, offsite learning labs, and a networking hackathon. 
The complete schedule of events will be available in January 2027. 
View conference speakers and sessions.
The 2027 National Education Conference will be held at the Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown. Discounted rates are available for NEC attendees. Single/Double rates are available at $239 per night. Per diem rates are available to government employees.
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The sponsorship prospectus for the 2027 NEC is now available! Your support provides access and engagement with government and contract meeting planners, suppliers and event professionals from all over the United States. Don't delay! This is the only conference that reaches this very exclusive market.
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The deadline for 2027 NEC Scholarship Application was Friday, October 30, 2026. 

Learn about this year's scholarship recipients after November 20, 2026.

 

2027 Sponsors