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COAA Connect Fall 2026 | Savannah

The mortar is stronger than the bricks

Monday, November 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM (EST) to Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at 1:00 PM (EST)
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COAA Connect is not your typical industry conference. It’s a one-of-a-kind, Owner-focused event that brings together professionals of all experience levels who share a common goal - delivering better projects and enjoying the journey along the way.

While the content is second to none, the real magic lies in the experience: a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere where meaningful conversations and connections happen both inside and outside the session rooms. Attendees value the chance to engage with peers from across the country who face similar challenges ... and to make a difference through the COAA Cares initiative.

 
Credits Price
2026 Full Conference - Owner Member Individual
Owners are individuals employed by an organization that regularly engages in construction activities as the facility Owner or developer. (Organization may be a public entity, such as a local, state, or federal government bodies or agency, or a private enterprise.) Registration Ends 11/2/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$989.00
Price will increase to $1,189.00 on 7/18/26
Credits Price
2026 Full Conference - Corp Owner Member Early
Owners are individuals employed by an organization that regularly engages in construction activities as the facility Owner or developer. (Organization may be a public entity, such as a local, state, or federal government bodies or agency, or a private enterprise.) Registration Ends 7/17/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$989.00
2026 Full Conference - Addl Early Corp Owner Mem
Owners are individuals employed by an organization that regularly engages in construction activities as the facility Owner or developer. (Organization may be a public entity, such as a local, state, or federal government bodies or agency, or a private enterprise.) Registration Ends 7/17/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$699.00
Credits Price
2026 Full Conference - Non-Member Owner Early
Owners are individuals employed by an organization that regularly engages in construction activities as the facility Owner or developer. (Organization may be a public entity, such as a local, state, or federal government bodies or agency, or a private enterprise.) Registration Ends 7/17/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$1,199.00
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2026 Full Conference - Associate Member Early
Associates those who provide products and services to Owners (e.g., builders, designers, consultants, sureties, software companies, attorneys, etc.) Registration Ends 7/17/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$1,299.00
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2026 Full Conference - Non-Mem Associate Early
Associates those who provide products and services to Owners (e.g., builders, designers, consultants, sureties, software companies, attorneys, etc.) Registration Ends 7/17/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$1,799.00
2026 Full Conference - Non-Mem Associate Regular
Associates those who provide products and services to Owners (e.g., builders, designers, consultants, sureties, software companies, attorneys, etc.) Registration Opens 7/18/26 at 12:00 AM EST
$1,999.00
Credits Price
EP member Early
Owners are individuals employed by an organization that regularly engages in construction activities as the facility Owner or developer. (Organization may be a public entity, such as a local, state, or federal government bodies or agency, or a private enterprise.) Registration Ends 7/17/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$799.00
EP non-member Early
For individuals 35 or younger who are recent college graduates or just entering the construction profession. You may be asked to provide proof of date of birth during the registration process.  Registration Ends 7/17/26 at 11:59 PM EST
$999.00

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Albert E. Philips Scholarship Fund View Product $50.00 Suggested Donation
COAA Connect Owner Fund View Product $50.00 Suggested Donation
Jeff Blong
Jeff Blong Vice President of Preconstruction ECBuild (TX)
Jessica Bonin
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Jessica Bonin Manager, Membership & Sponsorship Construction Owners Association of America
Jenell Calloway
Jenell Calloway Manager, Meetings & Events Construction Owners Association of America
Jim Carroll
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Jim Carroll Vice President Auburn University Facilities Management
Lucie Castro
Lucie Castro Manager, Operations and Administration Construction Owners Association of America
Ches Fedric
Ches Fedric Director, Planning, Design, and Construction Administration Mississippi State University
Howie S. Ferguson
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Howie S. Ferguson Executive Director Construction Owners Association of America
Kaylee Haupt
Kaylee Haupt Bureau Chief Carroll County Department of Public Works
Jay Jenkins
Jay Jenkins GA Real Estate & Institutions Market Leader VHB (Atlanta)
Carina Kraatz
Carina Kraatz Shareholder Kitch Attorneys & Counselors, PC
Ivan Kuncheff
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Ivan Kuncheff President ECBuild (TX)
Gus Maimis
Gus Maimis Vice President STV (NY)
Chris Pulliam
Chris Pulliam Associate Director, Construction Administration Mississippi State University
Mark Rawls
Mark Rawls Quality Assurance Project Manager Mississippi State University
Ann Sekely
Ann Sekely Regional Business Development Director McKim & Creed (Pittsburgh)
Paul Wilk
Paul Wilk Kitch Attorneys & Counselors, PC
Nedwan Winters
Nedwan Winters Associate Director, Capital Projects Mississippi State University

Hotel Accommodations
A discounted room block is available with $215/night rates (plus taxes/fees of roughly 18%).

Hotel Information
The DeSoto Hotel
15 East Liberty Street
Savannah, GA 31401

The group rate is available starting Saturday, October 31, if you would like to arrive early and enjoy everything Savannah has to offer before the conference begins.  Savannah’s Historic District is filled with charming squares, unique boutiques, restaurants, and one-of-a-kind local treasures, making it a wonderful place to explore.  The cutoff date to book your hotel room is Monday, October 12, 2026.  Please reserve your room as soon as you can. 

Please use this link to reserve your room:
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Jenell Calloway
Jenell Calloway, CMP
Manager, Meetings & Events Construction Owners Association of America (678)426-2780
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