2026 School of Governmental Finance (SOGF)
October 25–30, 2026
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
1160 Gulf Boulevard
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
Join finance professionals from across Florida for a week of high-quality education, professional development, and networking at the 2026 FGFOA School of Governmental Finance. Designed to support public finance professionals at every stage of their careers, the School offers comprehensive training opportunities covering foundational principles, emerging trends, and advanced governmental finance topics.
Participants may choose from two educational segments or attend both to maximize their learning experience:
Basic/Intermedia Session
The Basic/Intermediate courses are designed for financial support staff and professionals who are new to governmental finance. These sessions provide an in-depth study of core governmental finance concepts, practices, and principles. They are also ideal for experienced professionals looking to strengthen their knowledge, broaden their expertise, or refresh their understanding of governmental finance fundamentals.
Intermediate/Advanced Session
The Intermediate/Advanced courses are tailored for seasoned finance professionals seeking insight into current issues, emerging trends, and more complex topics affecting governmental finance organizations today.
More Than Education
What Classes Should You Attend?
The school offers educational sessions for the entire week. There are two segments offered:
Basic/Intermediate: Two and a half days beginning Monday morning and ending Wednesday at noon.
Intermediate/Advanced: Two days beginning Wednesday afternoon and ending Friday at noon.
You may register for either or both sessions
The Basic/Intermediate courses are tailored for all financial support staff and the staff person just beginning a career in governmental finance. In these sessions, participants will be exposed to an in-depth study and analysis of basic governmental finance concepts and principles. These sessions are also informative for anyone wishing to further expand their area of expertise or reacquaint themselves with the fundamentals of governmental finance. In other words, they provide a great refresher course!
The Intermediate/Advanced courses are tailored for seasoned finance professionals looking for information on current, more complex issues.
In addition to the variety of educational topics, this year’s school will provide several networking opportunities designed to make your entire week an exceptional experience.
Watch here for more information!
| Presentations | Speaker/Session Evaluations | CPE Credit |
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FGFOA does not print out session handouts. Presentations will be posted HERE as they are received. If a presentation is not posted, we have not received it from the speaker. |
Electronic surveys will be used for speaker/session evaluations. Feedback from attendees helps to determine future content. Please complete the online survey HERE. |
CPE credit will be awarded pending approval from the State Board of Accountancy. Each hour is based upon 50 minutes of class time. |
Hotel Accommodations
Contracted Room Rate: $244 per night (plus applicable taxes and fees).
The Sheraton Sand Key Resort is located directly on Clearwater Beach and offers attendees convenient access to all School activities while enjoying one of Florida’s premier gulf coast destinations.
Room block information, reservation deadlines, and the hotel booking link will be available when registration opens. Attendees are encouraged to reserve accommodations early, as rooms within the FGFOA block are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration Fees
Half-Week Registration
| Category | Early Registration | Regular Registration |
|---|---|---|
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Member |
$375 | $415 |
| Associate | $450 | $490 |
| Non-Member | $500 | $540 |
Full-Week Registration
| Category | Early Registration | Regular Registration |
|---|---|---|
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Member |
$550 | $595 |
| Associate | $650 | $690 |
| Non-Member | $760 | $790 |
CLICK HERE to register.
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Sunday, October 25, 2026 through Friday, October 30, 2026
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
1160 Gulf Boulevard
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
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