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2026 Annual Meeting

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 to Friday, September 11, 2026

The Power of Connection

Connection is more than networking - it’s the catalyst for growth, leadership, and lasting impact.

Join us for the 2026 GAA Annual Meeting as we bring together industry leaders and professionals from across Georgia to experience The Power of Connection. Where relationships deepen, ideas ignite, and our collective influence grows stronger.

Why Attend?

Network
Connect with industry leaders and peers from across the state. Build relationships that spark collaboration and drive meaningful results.

Learn
Gain practical skills and fresh insights from expert-led sessions designed to elevate leadership, strengthen operations, and prepare you for what’s next in the multifamily industry.

Enjoy
Experience the charm and energy of the Scenic City while engaging in dynamic networking events and memorable moments beyond the conference room.

This is more than a meeting - it’s where momentum is built, partnerships are strengthened, and the future of our industry is shaped.

Experience the Power of Connection!

Access the 2026 GAA Annual Meeting Schedule of Events by scrolling through the below frame. You can also access it directly here: 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule of Events

2026 Annual Meeting Sponsorships

View the full sponsorship guide here.

Elite | $8,000

  • Benefits
    • Banner Recognition (Logo)
    • Pre/Post Event Attendee Roster
    • Logo in Pre-Conference Advertising
    • Giveaway Items (SWAG Table)
    • Pre/Post Event Social Media Mentions
    • Sponsor Ribbons
    • PowerPoint Recognition During Event
    • Exclusive Sponsor of One Meal Function
  • Attendees
    • 6 Complimentary Attendees
    • Up to 6 Additional Attendees @ $325 each
    • 3 Complimentary Owner/Manager Attendees

Champion | SOLD OUT

  • Benefits
    • Banner Recognition (Logo)
    • Pre/Post Event Attendee Roster
    • Logo in Pre-Conference Advertising
    • Pre/Post Event Social Media Mentions
    • Sponsor Ribbons
    • PowerPoint Recognition During Event (Logo)
  • Attendees
    • 5 Complimentary Attendees
    • Up to 5 Additional Attendees @ $350 each
    • 2 Complimentary Owner/Manager Attendees

Partner | $5,000

  • Benefits
    • Banner Recognition (Logo)
    • Post Event Attendee Roster
    • Post Event Social Media Mentions
    • Sponsor Ribbons
    • PowerPoint Recognition During Event (Name)
  • Attendees
    • 3 Complimentary Attendees
    • Up to 3 Additional Attendees @ $350 each

Advocate | $3,500

  • Benefits
    • Banner Recognition (Name)
    • Post Event Attendee Roster
    • Name in Pre-Conference Advertising
    • Post Event Social Media Mentions
    • Sponsor Ribbons
  • Attendees
    • 2 Complimentary Attendees
    • Up to 2 Additional Attendees @ $399 each

Friend | $2,000

  • Benefits
    • Badge Recognition as Sponsor
    • Sponsor Ribbons
  • Attendees
    • 2 Complimentary Attendees

A sponsoring company can only send the max number of attendees allowed between complimentary and at-cost registrations. For example, Pinnacle Sponsors can send up to 12 total people (6 complimentary and 6 at $325 each); Friend sponsors can only send 2 total people with their sponsorship.

View the full sponsorship guide here.

Submit completed sponsorship forms to mpatterson@ga-apt.org or purchase them with the "Register Now" button. 

For 2026, the Westin Chattanooga in the Chattanooga, Tennessee
will serve as our host for the GAA Annual Meeting.  

Hotel information is listed below, access to the group rate is included in attendee confirmation emails. 

Meeting Hotel 
The Westin Chattanooga
801 Pine Street
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Group Rate:  $204.00 Standard Room 

The deadline to secure this rate is Friday, August 13, 2026.  

Overflow Hotel 
The Read House
107 W MLK Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37402

Group Rate:  $174.00 Premiere King or Queen - Tower

$144.00 King or Queen - Manor

The deadline to secure this rate is Friday, August 18, 2026.  

Credits Price
Property Management - Regular
This registration is for property management personnel only. Registration Ends 8/14/26 at 12:00 AM EDT
6.00 $525.00
Spouse/Guest
Spouse/Guest registration is intended only for accompanying guests who are not employed in or affiliated with the multifamily housing industry and who will not be participating as industry attendees. Individuals who work in the industry should register under the appropriate attendee category, even if they are attending with their spouse or partner. Registration Ends 8/14/26 at 12:00 AM EDT
$235.00
Property Management - First Time Attendee
This registration is for property management personnel only. Registration Ends 9/4/26 at 1:00 PM EDT
6.00 $249.00
Credits Price
Pinnacle Sponsor
∙ 6 Complimentary Attendees
∙ Up to 6 Additional Attendees @ $325 each
∙ 6 Complimentary Owner/Manager Attendees
∙ Introduce Keynote Presentation (Podium Time)
∙ Reception Recognition
∙ Banner Recognition (Logo)
∙ Pre/Post Event Attendee Roster
∙ Logo in Pre-Conference Advertising
∙ Giveaway Items (SWAG Table)
∙ Pre/Post Event Social Media Mentions
∙ Sponsor Ribbons
∙ PowerPoint Recognition During Event (Logo)
6.00 $11,500.00
Elite Sponsor
∙ 5 Complimentary Attendees
∙ Up to 5 Additional Attendees @ $325 each
∙ 3 Complimentary Owner/Manager Attendees
∙ Exclusive Sponsor of One Meal Function
∙ Banner Recognition (Logo)
∙ Pre/Post Event Attendee Roster
∙ Logo in Pre-Conference Advertising
∙ Giveaway Items (SWAG Table)
∙ Pre/Post Event Social Media Mentions
∙ Sponsor Ribbons
∙ PowerPoint Recognition During Event
6.00 $8,000.00
Champion Sponsor
∙ 5 Complimentary Attendees
∙ Up to 5 Additional Attendees @ $350 each
∙ 2 Complimentary Owner/Manager Attendees
∙ Banner Recognition (Logo)
∙ Pre/Post Event Attendee Roster
∙ Logo in Pre-Conference Advertising
∙ Pre/Post Event Social Media Mentions
∙ Sponsor Ribbons
∙ PowerPoint Recognition During Event (Logo)
6.00 $6,500.00
Partner Sponsor
∙ 3 Complimentary attendees
∙ 3 Additional attendees allowed @$350 each
∙ Banner Recognition (Logo)
∙ Post Event Attendee Roster
∙ Post Event Social Media Mentions
∙ Sponsor Ribbons
∙ PowerPoint Recognition During Event (Name)
6.00 $5,000.00
Advocate Sponsor
∙ 2 Complimentary Attendees
∙ Up to 2 Additional Attendees @ $399 each
∙ Banner Recognition (Name)
∙ Post Event Attendee Roster
∙ Name in Pre-Conference Advertising
∙ Post Event Social Media Mentions
∙ Sponsor Ribbons
6.00 $3,500.00
Friend Sponsor
∙ 2 Complimentary Attendees
∙ Badge Recognition as Sponsor
∙ Sponsor Ribbons

A sponsoring company can only send the max number of attendees allowed between complimentary and at-cost registrations. Friend Sponsors can send up to 2 total people.
6.00 $2,000.00
Credits Price
Name Badge & Lanyards Sponsor
One company can have its name or logo added to the lanyards and each attendee name badge.  

This sponsorship does not carry any registrations with it. To attend the conference, sponsor may purchase up to 2 attendee badges at $350 each.
Registration Ends 8/10/26 at 12:00 AM EDT
$6,000.00
Photobooth
This sponsorship is open to two companies to have a photobooth for each reception and have their logo displayed prominently on digital and/or printed photos.  Details specific to your sponsorship will be sent in a separate e-mail.  

This sponsorship does not carry any registrations with it. To attend the conference, sponsor may purchase up to one attendee badge at $350 each.


$3,500.00
Credits Price
Non-Sponsoring Associate - Regular
Registration Ends 8/21/26 at 12:00 AM EDT
6.00 $900.00
Credits Price
Block Party Entertainment
∙Opportunity for Welcome / Opening Toast (2 minutes)
∙ Logo Prominently Displayed at Party
∙ One (1) Complimentary Owner / Manager Attendee
∙ Twenty (20) Drink Tickets
∙ Can purchase Sponsor Additional Drink Tickets @ 3 for $40
$2,500.00
Block Party Bars
∙ 15 Drink Tickets
∙ Logo Recognition at Bars (4)
∙ Logo on Drink Napkins
∙ Recognition from Emcee During Event
∙ Can purchase Sponsor Additional Drink Tickets @ 3 for $40

$1,000.00
Block Party Games
∙ 10 Drink Tickets
∙ Recognition from Emcee During Event
∙ Logo placement n Game Area
Can purchase Sponsor Additional Drink Tickets @ 3 for $40

$750.00

For More Information:

Owen Kavanagh
Owen Kavanagh
Programs Specialist Georgia Apartment Association (770)670-4888

All attendees are expected to adhere to the GAA Code of Conduct & Community Guidelines.

Third Parties and Attendee Lists
We do not use third parties to register attendees for the Annual Meeting, to sell our hotel room block or offer attendee lists.  

Consent for Use of Photographic Images
Registration and attendance at, or participation in, GAA meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to GAA’s use and distribution (now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee’s image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions and audiotapes of such events and activities.

Use of GAA Logo or Name

GAA members and GAA Annual Meeting attendees may not use the GAA logo, name, or likeness without written permission from GAA staff for the purposes of promoting or hosting non-GAA events or meetings.

**Please note: We will check our registration list against all hotel rooms in the block**