July 20-22 | Wilmington, NC
Please join us July 20-22 in Wilmington for the summer conference! Registration is coming soon.
Registration deadline is June 20, 2025
Welcome to the North Carolina Government Finance Officers Association (NCGFOA) Summer Conference held at the Wilmington Convention Center.
We are excited to continue our tradition of offering a quality educational component for CPE hours as well as informational training to our membership. Whether you are a newcomer or a veteran, please remember that this is YOUR Association. We encourage you to get involved.
This conference serves as a fantastic opportunity to gather, exchange ideas, and collaborate with your peers. Please enjoy the NCGFOA Summer Conference here in Wilmington! Your attendance shows your commitment to making a positive difference to our profession and your communities!
What is the cost of registration?
*NCGFOA requires membership of the association in order to register for conference. If you need to update your membership dues, please contact Karen Waddell.
**Registration costs are subject to increase after the registration cutoff date of June 20, 2025.
Are there specific parking instructions?
The City of Wilmington parking deck that is connected to the Wilmington Convention Center is near the corner of Nutt Street and Estell Lee Place. The Embassy Suites also uses this parking deck. All parking spaces on the second floor of the parking deck are dedicated to the Embassy Suites. Please click here to view more information about parking.
How much does a hotel room cost?
The NCGFOA members room block is at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and the sponsors room block is at the Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center.
The Embassy Suites is $269++ per night for a standard view suite and $289++ per night for a Riverview suite. This rate includes a complimentary breakfast.
The Aloft is $239++ per night. The Aloft does not provide breakfast.
What is the hotel reservation deadline?
The reservation deadline to book a hotel room within the conference room block is June 20th. However, please note that the hotel rooms tend to go quickly, and we cannot guarantee a room once they are gone.
What is the cancellation and refund policy?
You must contact Taylor Bee by June 20th to receive a refund. All cancellations made after June 20th are non-refundable.
Yes, guests are welcome to attend the Sunday and Monday night receptions for a registration fee. Guest registration for individuals under 21 is $25 and individuals over 21 is $50.
There is an additional $50 fee for guests to attend the Tuesday reception and seafood dinner.
Can my guest participate in the boat cruise?
Yes, your guest is welcome to participate in the boat cruise. They will need to be registered as your guest for the conference and then registered for the cruise at $50. Pre-registration is required.
Do I have to be a member of NCGFOA to attend the conference?
Yes. The NCGFOA requires membership of the association to attend conference. If you are a government finance officer, you will need to obtain an active membership. If you are not a government finance officer but would still like to attend conference, you will need to obtain an associate membership. Please contact Karen Waddell for all membership questions.
Sunday, July 20th or Monday, July 21st @ 8:00PM
Register today! Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
The boat will leave from the dock near the Embassy Suites and the Convention Center. Spouses and guests are welcome to join, but they must be registered.
Registration deadline is June 20, 2025.
What is the cancellation/refund policy?
The Association must receive written cancellation of your sponsorship by June 20, 2025 to be eligible for a refund. Sponsorships cancelled after June 20, 2025 are nonrefundable. Please contact Taylor Bee if you need to cancel.
What is the hotel reservation deadline?
The reservation deadline to book a hotel room within the conference room block is June 20th. However, please note that the hotel rooms tend to go quickly, and we cannot guarantee a room once they are gone.
Will I receive a list of attendees prior to conference?
An attendee list, including name and local government units, will be available one week out from the conference. It will be posted on the NCGFOA guidebook app and included in the Know Before You Go email.
What are the set-up and tear-down times?
Vendors can set up their booth on Sunday, July 20th 1:00-4:00PM and tear down on Tuesday, July 22nd 3:00-5:00PM.
Where should I unload my exhibitor materials?
Pull down Convention Center Drive all the way to the roundabout and there will be volunteers to help you unload. Click here is see a map.
What is included at the booth space in the exhibit hall?
How much does it cost to add an additional representative?
It is $500 per person outside of the allotted complimentary registrations for your sponsorship level. Swapping out representatives per day under one registration is not permitted.
What should I do with my door prize?
If you would like to announce your door prize winner from the stage on Tuesday afternoon at the conclusion of the general session, please let the registration desk staff know by Tuesday morning.
All booth numbers will be assigned by the NCGFOA board of directors. The sponsor representatives will receive their booth assignments onsite upon conference check-in.
Do I have to be a member of NCGFOA to sponsor the conference?
No. If you would like to sponsor the conference you do not have to be an associate member of NCGFOA. However, if you would simply like to attend the conference without sponsorship and you are not a government finance officer, an associate membership of NCGFOA is required. Please contact Karen Waddell for all membership questions.