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Network at the Guild’s Most Popular Event

Each year, the Guild holds its marquee Annual Conference event with all global Guild members in attendance. The cornerstone of the Annual Conference is knowledge sharing, an interactive exchange of ideas and networking between Guild members and economic developers and investment promotion professionals from around the world.

At the conference, the ratio of guild members to economic development organization (EDO) participants is eight to one (eight attendees for every one Guild member). Members plan all conference content, serve on panels and participate in interactive breakout sessions with conference attendees for the purpose of sharing insights and fostering discussion. Additionally, our awards program for the Annual Conference gives EDOs, their partners and communities the opportunity to be recognized within the industry and receive complimentary registration.

Event details

Date & Time

March 2-4, 2022

Location

San Diego, CA

Venue

Manchester Grand Hyatt

Sponsorship Opportunities
Professional Development Scholarship
Guild Awards Program
Upcoming Annual Conferences
Past Annual Conferences

Sponsorship Opportunities

Bolster Your Visibility

We offer a variety of opportunities for recognition and exclusive access to Guild members during Annual Conference. The sponsorship tiers available include, Keynote Speaker, Silver, Bronze, Breakfast, New Attendee Orientation and Service Provider.

Professional Development Scholarship

A Chance to Receive Complimentary Registration

The Site Selectors Guild recognizes that some economic organizations have limited resources and are not otherwise able to enjoy all of the educational benefits and networking opportunities that attendance at a Guild Annual Conference can provide. The Robert M. Ady Professional Development Scholarships award five deserving economic developers with complimentary registration to an upcoming Annual Conference. We seek candidates who are eager to learn and plan to apply the skills and knowledge gained to benefit their careers, organizations and communities. If selected for an Ady Scholarship, applicants must promptly confirm their ability to attend the corresponding Guild Annual Conference. They are expected to be present for the duration of the conference, taking fullest advantage of conference-related activities.

Guild Awards Program

Gain Recognition for Outstanding Work

The Site Selectors Guild has launched an award program for our Annual Conference attendees to give economic development organizations and their partners the opportunity to receive recognition for the work being done in their communities. Our two categories–Projects with a Purpose and Community Innovation: Building a Better Business Climate–recognize unique projects and initiatives that positively impact communities. Learn more about the different categories and how to submit a project for the 2022 Annual Conference Awards here.

Upcoming Annual Conferences

Dates & Locations

March 2 – March 4, 2022
San Diego, CA
Manchester Grand Hyatt

March 27-29, 2023
San Antonio, TX
Grand Hyatt San Antonio

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Past Annual Conferences

Previous Dates & Locations

Testimonials

Once again, I found the Annual Conference to be very informative with great networking opportunities. I appreciate all the work that goes into having such a meaningful event.