Register Now for Networking Events Taking Place Throughout FGIA 2024 Fall Conference

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) is offering several optional events during its 2024 Fall Conference in Minneapolis, MN, September 16-19. In addition to the annual FGIA Product Showcase, the Association will be hosting an Oktoberfest-themed night at a local brewery, a philanthropic effort to provide school supplies to in-need children and a tour of the Sherwin-Williams Color DesignHouse. Register now for the in-person 2024 FGIA Fall Conference to participate in these networking events and more. A virtual experience is also available.

"Minneapolis is a vibrant hub of natural beauty and urban sophistication," said Florica Vlad, FGIA Events Manager. "Known for its Midwestern charm, Minneapolis boasts a diverse culinary scene, excellent shopping and a rich history, making it an ideal location for events and gatherings like the FGIA Fall Conference."

Product Showcase

On Tuesday, September 17, the FGIA Product Showcase will offer participants the chance to learn about the latest product trends. This reception offers conference participants the opportunity to learn about the latest product trends. Hosted as a hands-on experience, this once-a-year event offers a prime opportunity for supplier members to showcase products and services. Exhibitor opportunities are exclusively available to FGIA Category 1, Category 2 and GPC-only Supplier Members. Learn more about exhibitor options at FGIAonline.org/showcase.

Sherwin-Williams Color DesignHouse Educational Tour

On Monday, September 16, there will be an educational opportunity offered by a Platinum sponsor of the conference. Join industry representatives for the Color DesignHouse Educational Tour, hosted by The Sherwin-Williams Company. The DesignHouse team consists of experts who are immersed in industry trends and color innovation to offer skilled color advice.

World Vision Backpack Build

During the Fall Conference, participants will be rolling up their sleeves again to fill backpacks with school supplies to equip local under-privileged children with essential tools. This is in partnership with World Vision, a humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. Companies or individuals are invited to sponsor five backpacks at a cost of $100, 20 backpacks at a cost of $400 or even 100 backpacks at a cost of $2,000. FGIA's goal is to provide 200 filled backpacks to children in the Minneapolis area.

Brewery Tour and Reception

Participants are also invited to attend an Oktoberfest-themed evening at the local Surly Brewing on Wednesday night. Conference participants will celebrate Oktoberfest with beer, food and live music featuring a Minnesota Hall of Fame inductee, the Jolly Huntsmen Polka Band. This networking event is sponsored exclusively by Cardinal Glass, an FGIA company local the area.

Golf Tournament

Also on Monday, the FGIA "Rich and Diane Walker Cup " Golf Tournament will be held at the beautiful Como Golf Course.

Register now for the in-person event or the virtual experience.

For more information about FGIA events, visit FGIAonline.org/events.

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