Upcoming Events
AAPEX Show
Location:
The Venetian Expo & Ceasars Forum
Las Vegas NV 89109
Date:
November 4th – 6th 2025
Details:
AAPEX unites the entire automotive aftermarket supply chain, delivering unparalleled access to the industry’s key people, parts, and professional training in one place. If you’re in the business of keeping cars running, make it your business to attend AAPEX.
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- Discover new-to-market solutions: Immerse yourself in innovation with the latest product launches — be first to know the trends that can give your business an edge.
- Get in-person training: Unlock your potential — and the full potential of your business — by mastering new techniques that help you adapt to changing standards and technology with live simulations and demos.
- Learn from the experts: Gain pivotal insights on industry trends, emerging technology, business management, and technical advances through informative education sessions and timely keynotes.
- Grow your network: Be inspired by your community as you build and strengthen relationships with peers and vendors from across the U.S. and around the world.
www.aapexshow.com
SEMA Show
Location:
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road
Las Vegas NV 89109
Date:
November 4th – 7th 2025
Details:
The SEMA Show is the premier trade show geared to help small businesses thrive and succeed. The trade-only event enables automotive specialty equipment manufacturers to display alongside automotive manufacturers to debut new, innovative products, and connect with industry buyers from all over the world.
https://www.semashow.com/
CONEXPO Con / AGG
Location:
Las Vegas Convention Center
3150 Paradise Road
Las Vegas NV 89109
Date:
March 3rd – 7th 2026
Details:
2,000 equipment manufacturers. Hundreds of educational sessions from leaders in the field. Thousands of your peers. It’s a place to meet, to learn, to talk, to compare, and to see the technology and equipment that’s going to transform your business.
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- Asphalt: Wirtgen America, Bomag/Fayat, Dynapac, Gencor Industries Inc, Ammann America Inc., CMI Roadbuilding Inc
- Aggregates: Astec Industries Inc, Sandvik, McCloskey International Ltd., Superior Industries
- Concrete: GOMACO Corporation, Husqvarna Construction Products North America
- Earth Digging Equipment: Caterpillar Inc, Volvo Construction Equipment, Liebherr, Komatsu., CASE Construction Equipment, John Deere Construction, Doosan, Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas Inc.
- Lifting: Terex Corporation, Sany, Tadano, Link-Belt Cranes
- Mining: Vermeer Corporation, BAUER Equipment America, Hammer & Steel, CZM Foundation Equipment
https://www.conexpoconagg.com/
FLAGFA Spring Conference
Location:
The Shores Resort and Spa
2637 S Atlantic Ave
Daytona Beach Shores FL 32118
Date:
March 18th – 20th 2026
Details:
The conferences offered by FLAGFA twice a year are quite simply the best bargain for local government fleet managers
and supervisors in the nation. Held in March and September on the east and west central coasts of Florida, this is what
our conferences offer:
Conference registration cost: $50.00. Included with this cost: Reduced hotel room rates with free parking and no resort
fees; two breakfasts, one lunch, our hospitality event with free refreshments and heavy appetizers, and access to our
vendor expo with more refreshments.
Conference agendas offer:
– NAFA certified automotive fleet manager preparation “boot camps” and testing opportunities
– Educational and entertaining presentations on both fleet-centric and leadership subjects
– Vendor expo featuring nearly 100 vendors and their products to include outside feature vehicle parking
– Updates from major vehicle manufacturers on products, state of the industry, and new technologies
FLAGFA is proud to offer what we consider the most comprehensive two-day conferences in the fleet industry at an
unmatched value. All local government leaders are encouraged to support their fleet professionals by attending our
conferences to keep them sharp and refreshed to perform at peak efficiency.
https://www.flagfa.org/
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FLAGFA Fall Conference
Location:
Island Grand at Tradewinds Resort
5500 Gulf Blvd
St Pete Beach FL 33706
Date:
September 16th – 18th 2026
Details:
The conferences offered by FLAGFA twice a year are quite simply the best bargain for local government fleet managers
and supervisors in the nation. Held in March and September on the east and west central coasts of Florida, this is what
our conferences offer:
Conference registration cost: $50.00. Included with this cost: Reduced hotel room rates with free parking and no resort
fees; two breakfasts, one lunch, our hospitality event with free refreshments and heavy appetizers, and access to our
vendor expo with more refreshments.
Conference agendas offer:
– NAFA certified automotive fleet manager preparation “boot camps” and testing opportunities
– Educational and entertaining presentations on both fleet-centric and leadership subjects
– Vendor expo featuring nearly 100 vendors and their products to include outside feature vehicle parking
– Updates from major vehicle manufacturers on products, state of the industry, and new technologies
FLAGFA is proud to offer what we consider the most comprehensive two-day conferences in the fleet industry at an
unmatched value. All local government leaders are encouraged to support their fleet professionals by attending our
conferences to keep them sharp and refreshed to perform at peak efficiency.
https://www.flagfa.org/
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SGFMA Annual Equipment Show
Location:
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
2101 N Oak St
Myrtle Beach SC 29577
September 20th – 23rd 2026
Details:
The SGFMA annual meeting attracts over one hundred exhibitors who offer products and services directly related to your fleet’s operations and technical sessions which address both Southeast Government Fleet Managers Association and repair related issues.
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Utility Expo
Location:
Kentucky Exposition Center
937 Phillips Ln, Louisville, KY 40209
Date:
October 5th-7th 2027
Details:
The Utility Expo brings together the largest gathering of utility professionals and construction contractors so you can see more equipment in action.
https://www.theutilityexpo.com/
Past Events
Utility Expo
Location:
Kentucky Exposition Center
937 Phillips Ln, Louisville, KY 40209
Date:
October 7th-9th 2025
Details:
The Utility Expo brings together the largest gathering of utility professionals and construction contractors so you can see more equipment in action.
https://www.theutilityexpo.com/
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SGFMA Annual Equipment Show
Location:
Myrtle Beach Convention Center
2101 N Oak St
Myrtle Beach SC 29577
Date:
September 7th – 10th 2025
Details:
The SGFMA annual meeting attracts over one hundred exhibitors who offer products and services directly related to your fleet’s operations and technical sessions which address both Southeast Government Fleet Managers Association and repair related issues.
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FLAGFA Fall Conference
Location:
Island Grand at Tradewinds Resort
5500 Gulf Blvd
St Pete Beach FL 33706
Date:
September 24th – 26th 2025
Details:
The conferences offered by FLAGFA twice a year are quite simply the best bargain for local government fleet managers
and supervisors in the nation. Held in March and September on the east and west central coasts of Florida, this is what
our conferences offer:
Conference registration cost: $50.00. Included with this cost: Reduced hotel room rates with free parking and no resort
fees; two breakfasts, one lunch, our hospitality event with free refreshments and heavy appetizers, and access to our
vendor expo with more refreshments.
Conference agendas offer:
– NAFA certified automotive fleet manager preparation “boot camps” and testing opportunities
– Educational and entertaining presentations on both fleet-centric and leadership subjects
– Vendor expo featuring nearly 100 vendors and their products to include outside feature vehicle parking
– Updates from major vehicle manufacturers on products, state of the industry, and new technologies
FLAGFA is proud to offer what we consider the most comprehensive two-day conferences in the fleet industry at an
unmatched value. All local government leaders are encouraged to support their fleet professionals by attending our
conferences to keep them sharp and refreshed to perform at peak efficiency.
https://www.flagfa.org/
Recapping The Utility Expo 2025: Rain, Relationships, and Real Results