Site Selectors Guild Fall Forum

Join us in Cleveland for the 2026 Guild Fall Forum!

 Exclusive One-on-One Networking Lottery in Cleveland, Ohio!

Mark your calendar and prepare for an unparalleled experience at the 2026 Guild Fall Forum with the Site Selectors Guild! This is your exclusive opportunity to connect directly with the world’s top location strategy experts, economic developers, and business leaders shaping the future of site selection and global investment. At the request of economic developers seeking more one-on-one access to site selectors, the Fall Forum is about half the size of the Guild’s Annual Conference. It boasts a ratio of eight economic developers to one site selector. Approximately half of the Guild’s members attend this event, creating a smaller, more close-knit conference atmosphere.

From September 14-16, 2026, the Forum will bring together the brightest minds in the industry for dynamic panel discussions, interactive roundtables, and high-impact networking sessions—all designed to spark new ideas, foster meaningful connections, and drive real results.  And, with the host city’s world-class hospitality, rich culture, and unbeatable Midwestern charm as your backdrop, this year’s Forum promises to be as inspiring as it is impactful.

Back by Popular Demand for 2026: Dialogue Series with Guild Members!

We’re excited to bring back the networking opportunity this year: one-on-one sessions with Site Selectors Guild members. This fast-paced, focused networking block will allow economic developers to meet directly with multiple Guild members in a single hour.

Each participant will rotate through a series of 10-minute conversations with Guild members, offering an opportunity to build relationships, share insights about your community or sites, and ask questions in a small group setting.

There are a limited number of slots available. All attendees who register and pay by July 9, 2026 will be entered into a lottery for a spot, and those selected will be assigned to a room with Guild members.  Each selected attendee may bring up to two additional registered attendees to their sessions.

This is a unique opportunity to connect with top site selection professionals in an efficient and high-impact format. Don’t miss it!

Guild Partner-Only VIP Event

Join Guild members for an exclusive event for Guild Partners on September 14, 2026 from 2:30-4:30 p.m at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland is pure music energy—an iconic, lakefront landmark where legendary artists, groundbreaking moments, and the spirit of rock history come alive. With immersive exhibits, rare memorabilia, and a backdrop on Lake Erie that feels electric, it’s more than a venue—it’s an experience. Enjoy stepping into a place that celebrates creativity, rebellion, and unforgettable moments while networking exclusively with Guild members and other Guild Partners to set the stage before the conference begins and people will be talking about long after the last encore. Guild Partners should register for the event here. If you are unsure whether you are a Guild Partner, check our roster here.

We will see you at the Fall Forum!

Thank you to our Host Sponsors!

Become a Fall Forum Sponsor! Check out our sponsorship deck here.