Annual Conference

The CGFOA 2022 Annual Conference will be held at the Grand Junction Convention Center in Grand Junction from November 15-18, 2022. Join your peers for education, networking, and fun!  There are a variety tracks to choose from, knowledgeable instructors and a lot to see and learn in the vendor exhibit hall.

• Registration closed on November 4th and a $50 late fee is added to any late registrations.
• Volunteers, board and committee members, moderators and speakers all receive a $50 discount by using the code: THANKS22
• First time attendees can receive a $50 discount by using the code: FIRST22 (Note: these discount codes cannot be combined)
• For student registration and student pricing, please contact Amber Viera at [email protected]

If you are not a CGFOA member, save by joining first and then take advantage of member ticket pricing! Member ticket pricing includes automatic discounts for early bird registration. Check out CGFOA membership opportunities and information here.

2022 Sponsors

Thank you to all of our 2022 sponsors!

Hotel Accommodations

Please click here for hotel information.

Keynote Speaker

We are excited to announce our Keynote Speaker, Jinahie, and her talk, "Conquering the Inner Critic".

Jinahie (“my wings” in Arabic) is an Egyptian-American performance artist and psychotherapist. She has shared the stage with multiple Grammy-award winning artists, and has been a keynote speaker for over 300 universities, the United Nations, Fortune 500 companies, and Michelle Obama. Now in the 9th year of her national tour, Jinahie travels the country as a performer, public speaker, and workshop facilitator. With her unique background as both an artist and therapist, she has captivated countless audiences with a combination of masterful storytelling and therapeutic expertise. Prepare to laugh, be charmed, and likely shed a few tears — Jinahie is a storyteller for the soul.

Professional Headshots

Thanks to our sponsors, Fitch Ratings, Granicus and Innovest Portfolio Solutions we're excited to offer all conference attendees a free professional headshot! The booth will be located in the exhibit hall and will be open all day on Wednesday (8am-5pm). Colorado based photographer, Andy Johns, will provide professional headshots with instant, same day delivery.

Thursday Evening Banquet

Each year, we have a blast together at the Thursday evening banquet dinner and celebration! On Thursday, November 17th from 6:30-9pm, we will hear from our leadership team, recognize our outstanding members, and of course have some fun! The menu options include Chicken Milano, Colorado Tri Tip or Stuffed Poblano Pepper. Each attendee will receive a free drink ticket.

Since we will be in Grand Junction, where the dinosaurs roamed, our theme is "Land Before Time". However, this event is sure to be anything but prehistoric!

Content / Courses

The 2023 CGFOA Annual Conference will offer eight sessions in each of these five tracks:

• Accounting, Financial Reporting, Grants and Technology
• Investments & Banking Budgeting
• Public Engagement
• Professional Development & Leadership
• CTAC  

Attendees can earn up to 14 CPEs. View the program and schedule here.

Tuesday Ethics Class

The Ethics class on November 15th in Grand Junction, "7 Deadly Ethical Sins of Organizations" has unfortunately been canceled due to low registration. If you registered, you will automatically receive a refund of your payment.

Tuesday Social Activities

Tuesday Night Opening Reception - Free but we need attendance numbers. Cash bar. 6:00 - 8:00 PM Marlo’s Lounge in the Springhill Suites (236 Main St Grand Junction, CO 81501). This evening get-together will be your chance to mix and mingle with your colleagues from around the state while sampling delicious appetizers. Thank you to our Opening Reception sponsors: BLX Group, ClearGov, CWR and PDA. RSVP now.

Prior to the Opening Reception, join us 3:30-5:30pm for one of the following:

Art Walk – Free Enjoy a diverse and eclectic outdoor display of over 100 sculptures along Main Street and throughout the downtown area. Beginning in 1984, the city’s Art on the Corner was the first of its kind in Colorado and one of the first in the country. Along the way, we will pop into a few galleries. Bring good walking shoes. Meet in front of the Springfield Suites, 3rd and Main Street 3:30pm Tuesday, where we will begin the art walk. RSVP now.

Palisade Rim Hike – Free A beautiful easy to moderate trail that overlooks Palisade wine and peach country, only about 30 minutes from downtown Grand Junction. Awesome views of the Colorado River and valley below. We will hike in 30 minutes and turn around. Bring shoes with good grip, comfortable clothes, and of course water. Meet in front of the Fairfield Inn downtown at 3:30pm Tuesday where we can group up and carpool over to the trailhead. RSVP now.

Brewery Tour – Each participant is responsible for paying for their drinks. Enjoy a walk through our downtown area and a cold one at any of the five great downtown breweries Downtown Grand Junction has to offer. Ramblebine Brewing Company – a downtown taproom with a rotating selection of in-house brews. The Rockslide Brewery a micro-brewery serving Grand Junction for over 25 years. Foam & Folly Brewing and Gemini Beer Company are both newer local breweries and taprooms. Trail Life Brewing is Downtown’s newest brewery. Meet in Front of Hampton Inn Grand Junction Downtown/Historic Main Street at 3:30pm Tuesday, where we will begin the Brew Tour. RSVP now.

The Fine Print

Registration is for an individual and cannot be shared with different people attending different days. A 75% refund is offered to any cancellations made by October 31, 2022. No refunds will be processed after November 1, 2022.