General Information
Conference Scholarships
Two scholarships are awarded annually for each Spring Institute and the Fall Conference. The Scholarships are for current governmental employees in the financial area who intend to continue to progress professionally in the field of government finance. If you are not currently a member of the GFOAT and receive a scholarship, the Scholarship/Fellowship Committee will also provide a one-year membership to GFOAT. GFOAT pays the conference registration fee, lodging, and travel expenses. Applications must be submitted by October 1 to scholarship@gfoat.org.
Continuing Education Credit
All sessions do not require prerequisites.
- CPE/CEU Credit: You will earn a maximum of 18 hours of CPE/CEU credit by attending the entire Fall Conference. GFOAT is a sponsor of continuing professional education with the Texas State Boards of Public Accountancy (TSBPA). State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.
- CGFO Credit: You will earn a maximum of 18 hours of credit by attending the entire Fall Conference. GFOAT has final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CGFO credit.
Find the CEU form here.
Conference App
Be sure to download the conference mobile app ahead of time. On the mobile app, you can view the schedule, make a personalized schedule, look up attendees and sponsors. Use the instructions below to download the app before leaving for the conference. Printed programs will not be available.
- Download the CVENT Events App from the App (for Apple users) or Google (for Android users) Store
- Once downloaded, open the app and search for “2024 GFOAT Fall Conference” and download.
- To log in, enter the first and last name and email address that you used during registration
- Enter the 6-digit verification code sent to you by email
- Explore and enjoy!
Handouts
All available handouts will be posted here.
Meeting Accommodations/Dietary Restrictions
Meeting accommodations requests such as dietary restrictions must be submitted to Lavern Gaines by October 11.
Attire
The conference attire is CASUAL so please plan for comfort. Be sure to bring a sweater or jacket to the sessions, in the event the meeting rooms are cold.
Social Events
What We Do in the Shadows Social
Details coming soon!
Texas Hold’em
A donation of $25 to the GFOAT Foundation will be taken at the game.
Bruce Test Semi-Annual Golf Outing
Kissing Tree Golf Club, 201 Kissing Tree Lane • San Marcos, TX
Kissing Tree Golf Course (KTGC) is a semi-private 18-hole golf course set on the banks of the Texas Hill Country. The course opened in October 2018 and is managed by the world-renowned golf industry leader, Troon Golf. Designed by local Texan, Gary Stephenson, KTGC serves as an extension of the natural landscape – blending grades of edges, slopes, and contours of the landscape into its striped fairways and angulated greens. Each hole provides an avenue of play with varied angles that allow golfers of any skill level to enjoy the game and feel challenged.
- Cost: $90 (includes Green Fee, 1/2 Cart, Range Balls)
- Tee Times: 9:40-12:30
- Details: 4-person scramble, Par 3 Contest, Long Drive (Men & Women), Bubba & Tiger Drive ($20/team) • )
- SIGN UP: Tony Sekaly • tony.sekaly@texasclass.com • (713) 502-8575
REGISTRATION
The pre-conference registration fee is included with your full conference registration. Registered attendees must choose a pre-conference option during the registration process to be admitted into the session. Registered attendees are automatically included in the evening Wednesday social event. Adult guest of registered attendees must pay the $100 guest ticket fee.
| Full Conference | By October 15 | After October 15 |
|---|---|---|
| GFOAT Members* | $550 | $625 |
| GFOAT Non-Members | $675 | $675 |
*Membership applications must be submitted by September 20, and it will take 3-business days to process from the time of submission. You will not be able to register at the member rate until your membership application is fully processed. Visit our membership page for details.
Sponsor Registration
Please be sure to register online to secure your spot at the conference. Please choose the “sponsor comp” option to use your complimentary registration benefits. The sponsor table set up is Wednesday, October 30, at 2:00 p.m. Please notify Martie Simpson by October 15 if you plan to use your table.
Cancellation and Substitution Policy
If you are registered for the conference and/or purchased social event guest tickets and cannot attend, we encourage you to send a substitute. If you cannot send a substitute, a $100 cancellation fee will be assessed if written cancellation is not received by October 11. No refunds will be issued after October 11.
HOTEL
Hotel Accommodations
The Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center is located at 1001 E McCarty Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666. The hotel has extended a $189 per night group rate based on single/double occupancy for dates of October 30-31.
Please book your room. Do not delay as the block can sell out prior to the deadline and rooms are limited.
Beware of Housing Poachers
Please be aware of housing poachers if contacted about booking hotel rooms for the 2024 GFOAT Fall Conference. The only GFOAT-endorsed hotel for this event is The Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel Conference Center. Please note we are NOT working with any other companies to provide housing. If you receive any pirating emails or calls, please refer them to Lavern Gaines.