2026 School of Governmental Finance (SOGF)
October 25–30, 2026
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
1160 Gulf Boulevard
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
2026 School of Governmental Finance Hospitality Suite Events!
Join government finance professionals from across Florida for a week of high-quality education, professional development, and networking at the 2026 FGFOA School of Governmental Finance, taking place October 25-30, 2026, at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida.
Whether you are new to governmental finance or a seasoned leader, the School offers valuable learning opportunities designed to strengthen your knowledge, expand your professional network, and help you stay current on industry trends.
Choose the Learning Experience That Fits Your Needs
Basic/Intermediate Sessions
Monday October 26th – Wednesday, October 28th at 12:00 p.m.
Designed for finance support staff and professionals who are new to governmental finance, this session provides a solid foundation in core governmental finance concepts, principles, and practices. It is also ideal for experienced professionals who want to refresh and strengthen their knowledge.
Intermediate/Advanced Session
Wednesday, October 28th beginning at 1:00 p.m.- Friday at 12:00 p.m.
Created for experienced finance professionals seeking in-depth discussions on current issues, emerging trends, and advanced governmental finance topics.
More Than Education
In addition to outstanding educational programming, attendees will enjoy opportunities to connect with peers, share experiences, and build lasting professional relationships in a beautiful beachside setting.
Registration Options
Participants may register for either a half-week session or the full week to maximize their learning experience. Registration includes educational sessions, course materials, networking opportunities, and select event functions.Participants may register for either a half-week session or the full week to maximize their learning experience. Registration includes educational sessions, course materials, networking opportunities, and select event functions.
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!
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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. |
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 | $590 |
| Associate | $650 | $690 |
| Non-Member | $750 | $790 |
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CLICK HERE to register.
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Sheraton Sand Key Resort
1160 Gulf Boulevard
Clearwater Beach, FL 33767
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