2025 GCEA 100th Annual Conference
Join us for our 100 year celebration and conference in the Atlanta area next Summer! We are working to partner with HP and Heidelberg USA to make this an outstanding 3 day event. Plan to connect with friends and new peers, industry representatives and leaders as we look towards the future of education and graphic communications at our 2025 Graphic Communications Educators Conference!
Save the dates – July 20-23. More to come as we work on hotel options, agenda, call for presentations and more! Questions in the interim, reach out to pgsfmarketing@gmail.com
We look forward to welcoming you to this summer’s conference!
Location: Alpharetta, GA (Outside of Atlanta)
Paul D. Von Holtz Conference Incentive Awards
GCEA is offering grants ranging from $500 to $700 to support educators attending their first GCEA Annual Conference.
Deadline to apply is April 30th. Download, complete and submit your application for consideration to GCEA President Laura Roberts (lauraroberts011@gmail.com)
Pricing
You must be a member to attend conference. Click here to get started.
Full Conference:
$375
Enjoy all sessions, networking opportunities, and special events over three days.
Single-Day Passes
Monday Only:
$150
Tuesday Only:
$175
Ideal if you’re short on time but still want to experience the conference highlights.
Spouse (Social Events Only):
$125
Includes access to social events so your guest can join in the celebration.
100 Years Celebration Gala:
$125
Enjoy dinner at the Metropolitan Club on July 21, 2025 from 630 - 10pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have two great options within walking distance from HP Experience Center that are offering group rates.
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Choice Hotels - Click Here for Special Rate Booking
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Hyatt Place Atlanta - Click Here for Special Rate Booking
Please note that there are a variety of other hotel brands nearby offering their standard rates.
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There are a number of great restaurants within walking distance from the hotels and a fun area - Avalon - a short drive away full of shopping, food and fun. See the entire list of suggestions here.
If your travel plans have you arriving early or staying into the weekend after the conference here is a comprehensive site with area attractions for all ages.
https://exploregeorgia.org/city/atlantaThe least expensive and most efficient way is to hop onto Marta when exiting the baggage claim area at the airport then grab a taxi/car at the . We have a detailed how-to here.
Other options include renting a car, taking an airport shuttle or uber/lyft/cab.
We continue to build out the details around our 100 years Conference - Navigating the Future! Our tentative schedule:
Sunday PM - Registration & Welcome Reception
Monday - Speakers, tour and more - HP Experience Center
Monday Evening - 100 years Gala Dinner & Celebration
Tuesday - Speakers, tour and more - Heidelberg USA (Bus provided)
Tuesday Evening - On your own
Wednesday - Speakers and Awards Luncheon (noon wrap up)
NOTE - We will have a complete list of speakers, schedule and more as it becomes available.
