Land Improvement Contractors of America - LICA Winter Convention 2027
Event Date
February 9–13, 2027
Location
Chandler, AZ
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe National LICA Winter Convention is the annual winter gathering of the Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA), a national association of environmentally conscious earthmoving and land improvement contractors. The Land Improvement Contractors of America is an organization of earth moving contractors who care about the environment, started in 1950 by concerned contractors who worked to conserve the land and water resources. The 2027 convention runs February 9-13, 2027 in Chandler, Arizona.
The event brings together contractors, industry partners, and associate members from LICA's coast-to-coast network for meetings, education, and networking. LICA contractors provide a wide range of services: grading, excavating, drainage, landscaping, paving, wetland development and site preparation just to name a few. Attendees typically include business owners, operators, and the equipment and material suppliers who serve them.
The 2027 National LICA Winter Convention will be held at the Gila River Resort at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, Arizona. Set against the Sonoran Desert, the resort offers a unique blend of modern amenities, scenic views, and a relaxed atmosphere, creating the perfect setting for meetings, networking, and time with fellow members. It is worth attending for professional development, association business, and connecting with peers across the land improvement industry.
Show Highlights
- Held at a AAA Four-Diamond resort in the Sonoran Desert, offering a relaxed setting for meetings and networking.
- Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass is a AAA Four-Diamond Awarded hotel neighboring 36 holes of Golf, Aji Spa, Koli Equestrian Center, and Phoenix Premium Outlets.
- The property features several restaurants and lounges including Prime Steakhouse.
- Association meetings, education sessions, and member networking are the core of the program.
- Registration and sponsorship details will be available as the event approaches.
Registration
As of publication, formal registration and pass details had not yet been released. Registration and sponsorship details will be available as the event approaches. Prospective attendees and sponsors should monitor the official LICA National events page for updates. For lodging, the group room rate at the host resort is $225.00 per night (plus taxes and fees).
History
Concerned contractors who worked to conserve the land and water resources started LICA in 1950. Today the association has members and state chapters coast to coast, and their conservation ethic has continued to be and will continue to be the hallmark of LICA. The National Winter Convention is one of the organization's flagship annual gatherings, complemented by a National Summer Conference; the 2027 Winter Convention is set in Chandler, Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 National LICA Winter Convention?
The convention takes place February 9-13, 2027 at the Gila River Resort at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler, Arizona.
Who should attend the LICA Winter Convention?
The event is aimed at members of the Land Improvement Contractors of America, including earthmoving and land improvement contractors, along with the associate members, suppliers, and industry partners who serve them.
What is the LICA and what does it do?
LICA is the Land Improvement Contractors of America, an association of environmentally conscious earthmoving contractors founded in 1950 to conserve land and water resources. Members provide services such as grading, excavating, drainage, landscaping, paving, wetland development, and site preparation.
How do I register for the convention?
As of publication, registration and sponsorship details had not been finalized. LICA states these details will be available as the event approaches, so check the official LICA National events page for updates.
How do I get to the venue and where can I stay?
The host venue, Gila River Resorts & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, is located off I-10 in Chandler, about 20 minutes from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. A group room rate of $225 per night (plus taxes and fees) is available at the resort.
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