HomeAFE Forward 2026

2026 AFE Annual Meeting & Leadership Retreat

Hyatt Regency Sacramento, CA
February 11-13, 2026

Three Days for Facility Maintenance, Engineers, and Managers to

Learn, Lead, and Influence

Celebrating over 110 years of progress

Welcome to AFE Forward, a dynamic series of events designed for Facility Professionals to come together for an enriching experience focused on continued education and leadership development. This gathering is a unique opportunity for industry experts, practitioners, and enthusiasts to explore the latest trends, share best practices, and enhance their skill sets in facility management.

The Association for Facilities Engineering proudly celebrates over 110 years of operation, marking more than a century of excellence. This milestone anniversary brings together the National Board of Directors, Chapter Presidents, and members from across the country for a grand three-day event. Together, they will learn, lead, and make a significant impact, highlighting our longstanding tradition and commitment to facility professionals.

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AFE FORWARD 2026 ITINERARY

DAY ONE
Wednesday, February 11, 2026

1:00-4:00 PM

AFE Leadership Welcome Reception & Team Building Activity

Join AFE Leaders and Senior-Level Facility Professionals as they commence their leadership retreat with a team building activity and social featuring an array of heavy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.

Ticket Prices:

This activity is invitation only.

Leadership Application

Leadership Team Building Sponsorships:
Display Table $5,000.00
Branding Only $2,500.00

Sponsor Activity

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

GoldenOne Center Facility Tour & Social Event, Hosted by AFE 151 Sacramento Chapter

Join the local Sacramento Chapter for an exciting facility tour of the GoldenOnce Center and after for a social networking event near by. The GoldenOne Center is the home of the Sacramento Kings.

Ticket Prices (Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails):
AFE Member: $50.00
Non-Member: $90.00

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Tour & Networking Sponsorships:
Display Table $2,500.00
Branding Only $1,000.00

Sponsor Activity

DAY TWO
Thursday, February 12, 2026

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

AFE Leadership Sessions

AFE Facility Leaders will engage in strategic planning and development sessions aimed at enhancing their understanding of key issues in the facilities management and engineering sectors. They will also discover AFE's initiatives to address these challenges nationwide through membership, credentialing, and philanthropy.

8:00 AM 2026 AFE Executive Introductions & Strategic Initiatives
8:30 AM Filling the "Knowledge-Gap" aka. "Employment-Gap"
9:30 AM AI Driven Future of Facilities Engineering
10:30 AM Facilities' Speak a Universal Language
11:30 PM DEI is NOT Dead, Especially in Facilities
12:30 PM Attracting the NextGenFM

Tickets Prices:
This activity is by invite-only.

Leadership Application

Leadership Session Sponsorships:
Display Table $5,000.00
Branding Only $3,500.00

Sponsor Activity

6:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Casino Royale Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet

AFE Leaders and Senior-Level Facility Professionals will join together for the annual meeting presentation to present the new and renewed National Board of Directors to the membership and announce the winner of the AFE Facility Excellence Leader of the Year Award. AFE will also be awarding a Presidents Award, Rising Star Award, Engineer of the Year Award, and other prestigious awards to deserving professionals.

Ticket Prices (Includes dinner and cocktails):

AFE Member Ticket: $100.00
Non-Member Ticket: $140.00

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Annual Meeting & Awards Sponsorships:

Entertainment Sponsor $10,000.00
Dinner Sponsor $15,000.00
Bar Sponsor $5,000.00
Table Display Sponsor $3,500.00
Awards Sponsor $2,500.00

Sponsor Activity

AFE FACILITY AWARDS honored at the banquet

DAY THREE
Friday, February 13, 2026

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

AFE Presidents' Breakfast

Chapter presidents of the Association for Facilities Engineering will gather for breakfast to delve into discussions about pressing regional and local issues. This gathering provides a unique opportunity for these leaders to collaborate and share insights on challenges and developments affecting their respective areas. Over a thoughtfully curated breakfast, they will explore strategies to address these issues, exchange best practices, and strengthen their network. This setting fosters an environment conducive to open dialogue, allowing chapter presidents to align their goals and initiatives, ensuring the continued advancement of their organization.

Ticket Prices (Includes lunch, snacks, and beverages during sessions):

This activity is by invitation only.

Leadership Application

Presidents’ Breakfast Sponsorship:
Display Table $2,500.00
Branding Only $1,000.00

Sponsor Activity

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THE HYATT REGENCY SACRAMENTO

HYATT REGENCY SACRAMENTO

1209 L STREET, SACRAMENTO, CA 95814
1-916-443-1234

All AFE Leadership attending will be staying at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento. A group block for discounted hotel rates is available under "AFE Forward".
Call the hotel for discounted rates.

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Celebrating over 110 years of progress

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AFE FACILITY AWARDS honored at the banquet

fun photos from years past

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