Please join us for our 2026 Annual Conference: Rooted in Purpose
Growing the Future of Housing
Mercer University Atlanta Campus
November 12-13, 2026
We are excited to bring housing professionals from across Georgia together for two days of connection, professional development, collaboration, and celebration of our profession. We can’t wait to see you in Atlanta!
GHO 2026 Registration is open!
Early Bird Registration | $120
September 18–October 2
Regular Registration | $140
October 3–November 2
Late/On-Site Registration | $160
November 3–12
Conference Schedule, November 12-13*
*Conference schedule subject to change as we make final arrangements
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Time Event Location
8:30–9:00 a.m. Conference Setup / Final Preparations TBD
9:00 –Until Registration & Check-In Registration Area
9:00–10:00 a.m. Sponsor/Vendor Exhibition Opens & Networking Exhibitor Area
10:00–11:00 a.m. Opening General Session General Session Space
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Lunch & Vendor Connections General Session/Exhibitor
1:00–1:50 p.m. Program Block 1 Breakout Rooms
1:50–2:00 p.m. Break / Transition
2:00–2:50 p.m. Program Block 2 Breakout Rooms
2:50–3:00 p.m. Break / Transition
3:00–3:50 p.m. Program Block 3 Breakout Rooms
3:50–4:15 p.m. Break / Vendor Connections Exhibitor Area
4:15–5:00 p.m. GHO Organizational / Networking Block TBD
5:00 p.m. Day 1 Programming Concludes
Evening – TBD Conference Social / Networking Event TBD
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Time Event Location
8:00–10:00 a.m. Vendor & Sponsor Exhibition / Networking Exhibitor Area
8:00–10:00 a.m. Registration / Morning Refreshments Registration Area
10:00–10:50 a.m. Program Block 4 Breakout Rooms
10:50–11:00 a.m. Break / Transition
11:00–11:50 a.m. Program Block 5 Breakout Rooms
11:50 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Transition
12:00–12:30 p.m. Conference Engagement General Session Space
12:30–2:00 p.m. Closing Lunch & General Session General Session Space
2:00 p.m. Conference Adjourns
For those traveling to Atlanta, we have secured two hotel options for the GHO delegation, giving attendees flexibility when planning their stay. Each attendee will be responsible for making and paying for their own hotel reservation.
Holiday Inn Atlanta Northlake
2158 Ranchwood Drive
Atlanta, GA 30345
**GHO Rate: $104 per night for single or double occupancy, including breakfast. Please note that applicable taxes and the daily Georgia hotel fee are additional. The current preferred rate is available through November 9, 2026.
Reserve at Holiday Inn Atlanta Northlake
Hampton Inn Atlanta Northlake
3400 Northlake Parkway NE
Atlanta, GA 30345
**GHO Rate: $112 per night, plus applicable state and local taxes.
The room block is currently scheduled to remain available through November 4, 2026, after which reservations will be based on availability and the negotiated rate may no longer be available.
Share Your Story. Inspire Your Peers.
The Georgia Housing Officers Conference is built on the knowledge, innovation, and experiences of housing professionals across our state. Whether you're sharing a successful initiative, a challenging lesson learned, an emerging issue, or a creative solution, we invite you to submit a program proposal and contribute to the conversation.
This year's theme, Rooted in Purpose: Growing the Future of Housing, celebrates the impact of our work and the ideas that help our profession continue to evolve. We welcome submissions from professionals at every career stage and encourage presentations that challenge us to think differently, learn together, and strengthen our communities.
Why Present?
✅ Share your expertise with colleagues across Georgia
✅ Contribute to the advancement of the profession
✅ Build your professional network
✅ Showcase innovative programs and ideas from your institution
✅ Support the next generation of housing professionals
Ready to share your experience? Submit your proposal today!