2026 Conference

2026 Conference: Disaster Recovery, Rebuilding, and Resilience
September 23–25, 2026
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel, Asheville, North Carolina

Early-bird registration of $300 ends June 30

• After June 30: SMFS members $300, NFMA members $350, nonmembers $400
• Governments, not-for-profit organizations, and academics: $100
• Students: $50

Contact [email protected] if you qualify for a discounted registration for governments, NFPs, academics and students. Special hotel rates are available for the conference dates and the weekends before and after.

REGISTER HERE

We’re bringing together state and local governments, industry experts, finance professionals, and community partners to explore how to rebuild stronger, smarter, and more equitably in advance of and after natural disasters.

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Thank you to our Conference Sponsors!

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About the Conference Location

Asheville offers the ideal setting for the conference—an innovative mountain city with a history of rebuilding and a commitment to sustainable growth. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville blends natural infrastructure with a vibrant arts culture, nationally recognized restaurants and bars, and abundant outdoor experiences. It’s a place where visitors can explore trails and rivers, discover local galleries and makers, enjoy award‑winning breweries and dining, and bring the family to a destination that’s as welcoming as it is inspiring. Special hotel rates have been extended as a courtesy for the weekends before and after the conference. Explore what Asheville has to offer as you plan your visit.

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