Annual State Conference 2026 (Monday, September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Welcome to the 2026 OPFMA Annual State Conference – Powered by the Ohio Schools Council

Renaissance Columbus Westerville Polaris Hotel

Westerville, Ohio

September 14–15, 2026

A New & Improved Conference

Experience — Built for You

Step into a conference experience designed to energize, inspire, and empower facility managers, maintenance supervisors and business managers at every stage of their career.

This year’s conference goes beyond the traditional agenda, offering a dynamic mix of professional development, practical learning, networking and meaningful connections focused on the real challenges and opportunities you face every day.

What to Expect

Inspiring Keynote Speaker – Ken Wertz – Executive Director of National School Plant Management Association (NSPMA) – From Overwhelmed to Inspired: Renewing and Reconnecting with Why Our Work Matters

Kick off the conference with a powerful keynote on why our work matters and how to retain custodians through building a dynamic culture, exploring strategies to attract, engage, and keep skilled professionals in today’s evolving workforce.

Customized Breakout Sessions

Choose from a variety of breakout sessions and build a learning experience that fits your needs, including:

Procurement best practices
Capital project planning and long-term facilities strategy
Artificial intelligence and its growing role in operations and management
Legal Updates directly related to your positions.
Grants Updates to maximize your funding for maintaining your facilities.
Skills sessions to make sure you are updated with current trends.
You decide what matters most to your role and goals.

Vendor Showcase

Connect with trusted vendors, explore new products and services, and discover innovative solutions that can make your work more efficient and impactful.

Evening Networking Event

Wrap up the first day with an evening event designed for connection—meet peers, share experiences, and build relationships with others who share your passion and commitment to your profession.

Why Attend?

Practical, relevant professional development
Strategies you can apply immediately
Opportunities to network with colleagues who understand your work
A refreshed, flexible conference format that puts you first

Join us for a conference that invests in your growth, values your expertise, and strengthens the community of professionals who keep our organizations running every day.

Learn. Connect. Lead.

Use the reservation link below to book your room at the

Renaissance Columbus Westerville-Polaris Hotel

Book your group rate for OPFMA Conference Sep2026

Event Summary:

Start Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026

End Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026

169.00 USD per night

Last Day to Book : Friday, August 21, 2026

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Annual State Conference 2026 (Monday, September 14, 2026)

Welcome to the 2026 OPFMA Annual State Conference – Powered by the Ohio Schools Council