Registration now open for the 2026 FGIA Western Region Virtual Summit Sept. 30

During this online-only event, participants will hear the latest on new wind-driven rain maps for the region, developments in wildland-urban interface codes in California and Colorado, government regulations for Western states and more. Register now to take advantage of early bird pricing.

“This online summit offers an exclusive look at the code developments shaping the future, and especially those that will have the greatest impact on companies doing business within the Western Region of the U.S.,” said Florica Vlad, FGIA Events Manager. “Stay informed, stay ahead and don’t miss this valuable opportunity to gain insights from industry experts. Register today to reserve your spot!”

Schedule at a Glance

These topics will be covered during the summit:

• Get insight into what may be in store for the U.S. economy from Associate Professor of Finance Fadel Lawandy, CAIA (Chapman University)
• See the new wind-driven rain maps developed for the U.S. presented by Art DeGaetano (Cornell University) and Jay Crandell (ABTG/ARES Consulting)
• Learn about what Colorado’s new Low Model and Energy Carbon Code (MLECC) entails, how to comply and how the state’s wildfire codes are being implemented, with Colorado Codes Consultant Hope Medina (Shums Coda Associates)
• Understand the implications of proposed changes to California’s Wildland-Urban Interface Code (CWUIC), including the push by some for fenestration products to be non-combustible or ignition-resistant, with FGIA Codes Consultant Jen Hatfield.
• Hear a roundup of Western Region state regulations from FGIA U.S. Codes and Advocacy Director Kathy Krafka Harkema, including the latest on concerns facing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws in California and Oregon

Registration

FGIA members can take advantage of early-bird pricing until September 18 and register for the summit for a fee of $125, or for a cost of $225 after that date. Non-members may register for $360.

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