GMA Annual Convention
Registration is open for GMA's 2026 Annual Convention, June 26–June 30 in Savannah. Join city officials from across Georgia for four days of education, networking, and celebration of Georgia cities shining bright.
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2026 Annual Convention Starts in...
June 26, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.
Municipal Marketplace
The Municipal Marketplace hours for attendees will be Saturday, June 27, from 3:00 pm until 5:30 pm; Sunday, June 28, from 10:30 am until 2:00 pm.
Light refreshments and drinks will be served on Saturday during marketplace hours. On Sunday, Coca-Cola products will be served along with a lunch buffet.
You can find an alpha list with booth numbers on the GACities App or in the printed program. We encourage attendees to visit the interactive floor plan on the GMA Convention website and plan their visit prior to arriving in Savannah.
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Municipal Marketplace Details
Exhibitor Registration
Plan Your 2026 Visit
DeDe Halfhill - Keynote Speaker
Colonel DeDe Halfhill (USAF, Ret.) is a dynamic keynote speaker, advisor and seasoned leader who helps teams master the unseen forces quietly shaping their success.
Over her 25-year career in the U.S. Air Force, DeDe commanded thousands of people through some of the toughest situations imaginable. Deployed twice to Iraq, she led under extreme pressure when strategy alone couldn’t solve complex problems.
Later, as a senior advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the U.S. Secretary of Defense, she saw firsthand that plans rarely fail because they’re not good enough. They fail because leaders miss the subtle tensions, unspoken resistance or hesitation quietly derailing progress.
Today’s leaders face relentless change and rising expectations. DeDe’s approach, Master the Unseen™, equips them to recognize and navigate the hidden dynamics that impact every team. She shows leaders exactly how to spot the mistrust, frustration, or hesitation slowing them down — and what to do about it.
More Information
Use the links below to find everything you need for a smooth and enjoyable convention experience, from registration and hotels to meals, training, and the Municipal Marketplace.
General Information
Savannah Convention Center
Registration & Badges
Billing & Payment
Events & Meals
Training & Classes
Hotels and Transportation
Municipal Marketplace
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