Registration Now Open for the 2025 FGIA Annual Conference, February 17-20

The conference’s theme, “Ignite Innovation,” references an optional private tour of the Kennedy Space Center as well as innovations in leadership, products and materials that will be highlighted at the event. Participants are encouraged to register now to take advantage of early-bird pricing through January 24.

“FGIA is ready to begin 2025 with a particular focus on innovation,” said Florica Vlad, FGIA Events Manager. “Be part of something bigger as industry leaders, innovators and experts convene to discuss leadership and professional growth.”

Awards Ceremony and Reception

The Annual Awards Ceremony and Reception will be held on Tuesday night of the conference, during which several FGIA members will be recognized for their hard work and contributions throughout the previous year. Awards include distinguished service within various FGIA segments, Outstanding Member and the Chairman’s Award. This year, FGIA will also honor an FGIA corporate member company with the Bill Briese Education Excellence Award. This will be the second year this recognition is awarded.

Tour Kennedy Space Center

Discover the awe-inspiring world of space exploration with access to restricted areas, expert insights from a personal guide and an up-close look at iconic landmarks like the launch pads and the Vehicle Assembly Building. The tour includes the Rocket Garden, Vehicle Assembly Building photo stop, walking the Apollo and Saturn V center and Space Shuttle Atlantis. The tour concludes with the Gateway Space. Participants will also have an option for a short free exploration before returning to the Hyatt. Space is limited to 50 people. Reserve a spot for this exclusive Kennedy Space Center private tour organized by FGIA.

Speakers, Workshop, Roundtable

FGIA will host keynote speaker Ryan Hawk, who will deliver an address entitled, “Becoming a Learning Leader,” where he will cover new habits, routines and rituals one can implement to become more disciplined, more productive and a more effective leader both personally and professionally. Other topics covered at the FGIA Annual Conference will include:

• Hands-on Workshop | Aluminum Profiles from the Ground Up
• Roundtable Discussion | Installation Instructions, Needs, Methods
• Barriers to High-Performance Fenestration Adoption in Non-Residential and Multifamily Buildings and a Blueprint for Market Transformation
• Backstop Calculations and Complexity | Building, Energy, Stretch Codes in Massachusetts
• Ignite Innovation Panel Discussion

New Event Sponsorship Options

FGIA has announced an expanded suite of sponsorship benefits designed to enhance companies’ visibility, engage with their audience and amplify their impact. View FGIA’s new sponsorship packages now, which offer flexibility and the features to help companies meet their goals. In-person and virtual options are available for all of 2025 FGIA events. Space is limited.

Registration

FGIA members can take advantage of early-bird pricing between now and January 24 and register for the conference for a fee of $1,050. An extended early-bird rate of $1,300 will be available through February 3, with registration available at the price of $1,500 after that date. Non-members may register for $1,600 before February 3, or $1,800 after that date.

For more information about FGIA and its activities, visit FGIAonline.org.