2025 Annual Conference

This event is a platform for members to network, celebrate and sponsor.


Thursday, June 5, 2025
at
2:00 PM (EDT)
to Sunday, June 8, 2025 at 9:00 PM (EDT)
* Registration open until 5/31/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
Register Now
* Registration open until 5/31/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
96 Seats Remaining
96 Seats Remaining

Agenda

June 5
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Thursday - Registration
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Thursday - Board Meeting
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday - Welcome Reception
June 6
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Friday - Registration - Open
Industry Chit-Chat
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Friday - GUCA Business Meeting/Awards/Keynote
•    Retiring Board Recognition
•    Voting on Board Slate
•    Star Partner Awards 
•    Foundation Recognition
 
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Friday - Afternoon Open
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Friday - PAC Auction (Silent and Live)
June 7
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Saturday - Registration Opens
Breakfast
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Saturday - Awards Meeting
•    Golden Shovel Legislative Service Award
•    Committee Chairman of the Year Award
•    Membership Awards
•    Safety Hard Hat Award Winners
•    Keynote Speaker Chancellor Sonny Perdue

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Free Time
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM President's Reception
Please Find your Name and Table on the Electronic Seating Chart. 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM President's Banquet & Awards
•    Contractor of the Year Award
•    Associate of the Year Award
•    Lifetime Achievement Award
•    Installation of 2025-2026 GUCA Board of Directors
•    Passing of the Gavel
•    Entertainment 
  • Poppy’s Kids Club: Let the kids have fun in a creative space designed just for them! Reserve 24 hours in advance. 
  • Poppy’s Kids Club *Pop-up*: Will be located in the Destin Ballroom for the Saturday Night Presidents Dinner (6 – 9pm) with dinner, crafts & activities offered at a group discount of $70 per child 
  • June Daily Calendar of Events
  • Link for Beach Chairs and Activities or https://hendersonbeach.ipoolside.com/   

Dobbs Cornhole Tournament 

In conjunction with GUCA Annual Conference Dobbs Equipment will be hosting the 2025 GUCA Cornhole Tournament, Friday June 6, 2025 between 2pm-5pm on the Grand Lawn. 

Register Here

Credits Price
Double Platinum - Presidents Dinner Sponsor
Sponsor Registration includes one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket. 

Incentives:

Meeting Sponsor Sign - Double Platinum Level
(10' x 10' Banner) - On Stage 
E-News Sponsor Banner
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)


$6,000.00
Platinum - Friday Evening Auction Bar Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives: 

(32" x 80" Banner) - Beside The Bar
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$5,000.00
Platinum-Saturday Evening Presidents Bar Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives: 

(32" x 80" Banner) - Beside The Bar
E-News Banner  
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$5,000.00
Platinum - Saturday Evening Entertainment Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:
(32" x 80" Banner) - Beside the DJ Booth
E-News Banner
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$5,000.00
Platinum-Lanyard & Name Badge Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives: 

Your Logo Placement on Lanyards/Name Badges for the Annual Conference
E-News Banner
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$5,000.00
Gold - Thursday Welcome Reception Sponsors
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:

(32" x 80" Banner) - During the Welcome Reception
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Monthly Magazine Article 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$4,000.00
Gold - Thur & Fri Registration Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:

(32" x 80" Banner) - Registration Area
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$4,000.00
Gold - Friday Caricatures Drawing Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:

(32" x 80" Banner) - At the Caricature Drawing Booth
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$4,000.00
Gold - Friday Industry Chit-Chat - Keynote Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:

(10' x 10' Banner) - On Stage 
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Monthly Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$4,000.00
Gold - Sat 360° Photo Booth Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:

(32" x 80" Banner) - At the 360° Photo Booth
E-News Banner 
Verbal& Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)


$4,000.00
Silver - Saturday Awards Breakfast Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:
(32" x 80" Banner) - During Awards Breakfast
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$3,000.00
Silver - Saturday Presidents Reception Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives: 

(32" x 80" Banner) - During the President's Reception
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$3,000.00
Silver - Conference Beach Towel Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives:
Provide Beach Towels to each attendee for the Annual Conference
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$3,000.00
Bronze - Thursday Board Meeting Sponsor
Sponsor Registration covers one (1) Individual Member Registration Ticket

Incentives: 

(24" x 36"Sign) - During the Board Meeting 
E-News Banner 
Verbal & Article Recognition 
Attendee List (Upon Request)
$2,000.00
Credits Price
Member Registration - Early Bird
Please Note: This registration is for any employee of a GUCA member company.

Includes Registration To Attend All GUCA Events at the Annual Conference.


Registration Ends 5/16/25 at 12:00 AM EDT
$1,000.00
Member Registration
Please Note: This registration is for any employee a GUCA member company.

Includes Registration To Attend All GUCA Events at the Annual Conference.



Registration Opens 5/17/25 at 12:00 AM EST
$1,200.00
Spouse/Guest/Child 12+ Registration - Early Bird
Please Note:  This registration is for a Member Spouse, Guest or Child.

Includes Registration To Attend All GUCA Events at the Annual Conference.



Registration Ends 5/16/25 at 12:00 AM EDT
$800.00
Spouse/Guest/Child 12+ Registration
Please Note: This registration is for a Member Spouse, Guest or Child.

Includes Registration To Attend All GUCA Events at the Annual Conference.



Registration Opens 5/17/25 at 12:00 AM EST
$900.00
Child Under 11 - Early Bird
Please Note: This registration is for a Member Child Under 11.

Includes Registration To Attend All GUCA Events at the Annual Conference.


Registration Ends 5/16/25 at 12:00 AM EDT
FREE
Child Under 11
Please Note: This registration is for a Member Child Under 11.

Includes Registration To Attend All GUCA Events at the Annual Conference.


Registration Opens 5/17/25 at 12:00 AM EST
FREE

This is an event for GUCA members and guests. Sponsorship are available and appreciated! 

Please reach out to the Henderson reservation specialist Kelsey Richards to book your hotel accommodations for on-site accommodations. 
 
Kelsey Richards
Group Reservations Coordinator
HENDERSON BEACH RESORT 
* Registration open until 5/31/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
Register Now
* Registration open until 5/31/25 at 12:00 AM (EST)
96 Seats Remaining
96 Seats Remaining

Replacements/Refunds

If for some reason unforeseen reason you will not be able to attend, you may send a replacement, Please notify the GUCA office no later than noon on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, of any replacements. 

All GUCA cancellation policies apply. A 10% cancellation fee will apply for cancellation or refund requests made in writing 60 days prior to the event. No refunds will be given 30 days prior to event. No-shows will not receive a refund. 

Special Assistance/Accommodations 

Persons requiring special assistance (including special dietary needs) are asked to contact GUCA in advance at (404)362-9995 or check in with the registration desk on-site.

For More Information:

Marie McGow

Marie McGow

Event Coordinator