Fabricators & Manufacturers Association International - FMA Annual Meeting 2027
Event Date
March 2–4, 2027
Location
Chandler, AZ
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe FMA Annual Meeting is the fabrication and metals industries' leadership conference, hosted by the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International (FMA). The event regularly brings together manufacturing professionals from around the world, including hundreds of executives and leaders from fabricators, manufacturers, steel producers, distributors, service centers, and suppliers.
This is a leadership- and networking-focused conference rather than an exhibit-driven trade show. Attendees reconnect with strategic partners and forge new relationships during abundant networking opportunities, and can expect informative sessions, peer-focused roundtable sessions, lively panel discussions, and industry awards. The 2027 edition takes place in Chandler, Arizona, in the Sonoran Desert.
The meeting is worth attending for senior leaders who want to step back from daily operations to gain strategic perspective, hear economic and industry forecasting, and connect with peers. Past attendees describe it as a strong venue for networking with fabricators and suppliers and for hearing objective experts share timely economic advice.
Show Highlights
- Leadership focus: Programming aimed at executives and senior leaders across the metal fabrication and manufacturing supply chain.
- Session formats: Informative sessions, peer-focused roundtable discussions, lively panel discussions, and industry awards.
- Networking: Abundant networking opportunities to reconnect with strategic partners and forge new relationships.
- Call for Speakers: The Call for Speakers is open, with proposals for the 2027 program due by Oct. 31, 2026.
- Setting: Held at a Four Diamond resort in the Sonoran Desert near Phoenix, with golf, spa, dining, and casino amenities on site.
Registration
As of publication, registration for the event is not currently open. FMA encourages prospective attendees to join the event email list to be notified about program updates and registration information. Those interested in presenting can respond to the Call for Speakers by submitting proposals by Oct. 31, 2026 for consideration in the 2027 program.
History
The FMA Annual Meeting is organized by the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International. FMA was founded in 1970 as the Fabricating Machinery Association Inc., a nonprofit and nonpartisan association created to provide information, ideas, and techniques for metal fabricators of all sizes. The organization's name changed to the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International in 1985. In 2020, FMA marked its 50th anniversary. The association also co-sponsors FABTECH and publishes The Fabricator, and its Annual Meeting has become the industry's recurring leadership conference.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the FMA Annual Meeting 2027?
The FMA Annual Meeting 2027 takes place March 2-4, 2027, at Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, Arizona.
Who should attend the FMA Annual Meeting?
It is designed for executives and leaders from fabricators, manufacturers, steel producers, distributors, service centers, and suppliers. The meeting brings together manufacturing professionals from around the world for networking and leadership development.
How do I register for the FMA Annual Meeting 2027?
Registration was not yet open at the time of publication. FMA recommends joining the event email list to be notified when registration opens and to receive program updates.
Where should I stay, and is there a group rate?
The host hotel is Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass. Attendees who book by February 5, 2027 can receive the FMA group rate of $299 per night, reserving online or by calling 520-796-4900.
How do I get to the venue from the airport?
The resort is located about 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, just off the I-10 freeway in Chandler. Taxis, shuttles, and rideshare services are available, with airport taxis and shuttles typically running around $25 to $35.
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