NOV 10-12, 2024  |  TEMPE, AZ
Now more than ever, facilities leaders and industry partners need to collaborate and share best practices to remain adaptable for the changes yet to come.

’23 Speakers Included

The things we’re going to do…

Explore New Ideas

Make Meaningful Connections!

Evaluate Solutions + Technologies

Have Candid Conversations with Peers

Topics we recently discussed

How a School Building Becomes Part of the Solar Grid

Electrification, Decarbonization, Net Zero: Strategies for More Sustainable Schools

From Flooding to Fires: Preparing Facilities to Withstand Extreme Weather Events

Downsizing Districts to Align with Declining Enrollment

Harnessing AI to Address Challenges of School Safety & Security

How Century-Old Schools in Boston Became the Gold Standard of IAQ

The Looming Post-ESSER Funding Cliff

Federal Funding Opportunities for K-12 School Infrastructure

Growing Pains: Bond Planning for Fast-Growing Districts

And much more!

Intimate and Carefully Curated

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Limited to 200 industry leaders

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Engage in meaningful conversations

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Establish genuine relationships that take your business to the next level.

CHECK OUT HIGHLIGHTS FROM

A Previous Event

WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAY

It’s very difficult for us to go through multiple meetings with different vendors throughout our busy schedule. So I think it’s great that here we’re able to sit one on one with these folks at the conference.”

 Executive Director Planning & Innovative Schools Construction, El Paso ISD 

View photos from the ’23 K12 Facilities Forum!

Where you’ll be

Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU  |  Tempe, AZ

Situated in Tempe’s newly revitalized downtown, guest rooms at the serene retreat are a cool contrast to the desert landscape beyond. Unwind on the expansive rooftop pool deck amid views of the city of Tempe, AZ. Located within walking distance of Arizona State University’s Tempe campus, Omni invites visitors, locals and university professionals to gather. Connect over everything this vibrant city has to offer from our downtown Tempe hotel, scenic hiking trails and the collegiate spirit of downtown Tempe.

Agenda

SUNDAY

NOV 10

12:00pm Welcome!

12:30pm Networking Activities

6:00pm Sunset Cocktail Reception

7:00pm Dinner + Keynote

MONDAY

NOV 11

6:00am Group Fitness

7:00am Breakfast

8:00am State of the Industry

9:00am Sourcing Session

10:00am Innovation Talks

11:00am Sourcing Session

12:30pm Networking Lunch

1:30pm Innovation Talks

2:30pm Sourcing Session

4:00pm Happy Hour +
Mastermind Roundtables

7:00pm Dinner Party

TUESDAY

NOV 12

7:45am Breakfast

9:00am Innovation Talks

10:00am Sourcing Session

11:00am Mastermind Roundtables

12:00pm Bon Voyage Brunch

Wanna join us?

ATTEND

(School District Administrator)

Qualified facilities and operations leaders attend at no cost. The invite includes accommodations for two nights, full meals and access to all networking excursions.

PARTNER

(INDUSTRY VENDOR)

Partnering with the K12 Facilities Forum is a great way to get your products and services in front of leaders at the nation’s top school districts.

FAQ

Who attends the event?
The K12 Facilities Forum is by invitation-only and open to facilities & operations leaders from the nation’s top school districts and industry vendors.
I’m a facilities leader and would like to attend. How do I register and what's included?
Registration is complimentary for qualified executives and includes 2 nights’ accommodation (Sunday and Monday), full meals (Sunday dinner – Tuesday lunch) and access to the entire program. Click here to request an invite.
I’m an industry vendor and would like to attend. How can I get involved?
Industry vendors can participate by becoming a Partner. Click here to submit a request and a member of our team will reach out shortly to discuss available options. 
What is your cancellation policy?
Registration is complimentary…what’s the catch?
There is no catch, but you must agree to our cancellation policy. Please read it closely below as there are fees if you cancel within a month of the event. This is because we are committing ($$) to your accommodations, meals and activities that are non-refundable to us within a month of the event. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask us!
Cancellation Policy for Complimentary Registrations:
  • Less than 4 weeks prior to the event (Oct 13th, 2024) – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $499 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
  • Less than 1 week prior to the event (Nov 3rd, 2024) – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $999 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
Who will be speaking?
Our speaker line-up includes a wide range of industry experts who we’ll hear from in various settings such as panels, fireside chats and small group discussions. For the developing list, click here.
Can my spouse attend the events?
Your spouse is welcome to come along with you and enjoy the resort while you are at the event. You can register your spouse to attend the Monday night party once our Attendee portal is open. If space allows, we will open up the Sunday networking events to spouses the week prior to the event. Guest fees apply for both.
What is the dress code?
The entire event is casual (no suit or jacket required). We recommend bringing a sweater or light jacket for evening outdoor events and sessions that take place inside air-conditioned ballrooms.