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Registration for the National Flood Association's 2026 Annual Conference, scheduled for March 15-17 in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona is now open.
This casual, educational event will be held again at the Doubletree Paradise Valley Resort and will include two full days of presentations, panel discussions and interactive workshops, as well as two evening receptions for networking.
The details of the conference program are being finalized but you will find an overview of planned topics below, as well as links to register and book your hotel accommodations at the special NFA rate.
THIS EVENT IS POSSIBLE THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, please contact us.
Registration Fees
NFA Members and Government Contractors: $675
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Federal, State and Local Government Officials: $350
Non-Members: $900
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KEY DATES
Early Registration: September 1, 2025 - February 3, 2026
General Registration: February 4, 2026 - March 6, 2026
Hotel Room Discounts End: February 11, 2026
Registration Closes March 6, 2026
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Click here to register (https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/6wuhj84/lp/37b3daf8-2507-431b-b797-751ecdb18e24)
We're excited to offer the NFA mobile app for the 2026 annual conference. The app is available in the Apple and Google Play stores, and we have provided a tutorial for downloading and accessing the app. Click on the link below to learn more.
NFA Mobile App Tutorial (https://youtube.com/shorts/Z6BCfNCqkWg?feature=share)
THE DOUBLETREE RESORT BY HILTON, PARADISE VALLEY(https://book.passkey.com/event/50916525/owner/8094/home?utm_campaign=295693585)
NFA’s conference is being held at the Doubletree Resort by Hilton, Paradise Valley in beautiful Scottsdale, Arizona. Reserve your room now by clicking on this link. ( https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=PHXSJDT&groupCode=CDT91R&arrivaldate=2026-03-15&departuredate=2026-03-17&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT)
Government Employees: Rooms are being made available at the prevailing government rate. Please reach out to events@nfaflood.com t(matilto:events@nfaflood.com)o book your rooms.
Other local hotel options:
EMBASSY SUITES HILTON SCOTTSDALE RESORT(https://embassysuites.bookonline.com/hotel/embassy-suites-by-hilton-scottsdale-resort?id2=128006602284&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14390331342&gbraid=0AAAAABov2PZVXVGp1_G9cpvY7VnYAvcHv&gclid=CjwKCAiAkbbMBhB2EiwANbxtbRJn9k9k1DsRNYx2VaayI3s7NVdmoCaI3aopcHvpdpSQYxwtxL60VxoC9v0QAvD_BwE)
THE McCORMICK SCOTTSDALE(https://embassysuites.bookonline.com/hotel/embassy-suites-by-hilton-scottsdale-resort?id2=128006602284&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14390331342&gbraid=0AAAAABov2PZVXVGp1_G9cpvY7VnYAvcHv&gclid=CjwKCAiAkbbMBhB2EiwANbxtbRJn9k9k1DsRNYx2VaayI3s7NVdmoCaI3aopcHvpdpSQYxwtxL60VxoC9v0QAvD_BwE)
THE KIMPTON-MIRALINA(https://www.miralinaresort.com/)
Sunday, March 15
5:00pm - 7:00pm Opening Reception/Networking Event (cash bar, hors d'oeuvres)
Monday, March 16
8:00am - 8:50 am Welcome & NFA Overview - NFA President
8:50am - 9:30am Legislative and Regulatory Outlook: Federal and State Flood Activity - Panel
Discussion
9:30am - 10:20am The Future of Emergency Management, Hazard Mitigation and Federal vs.
State Programs - Panel Discussion
10:20am - 10:40am Break
10:40am - 11:00am State of the NFIP - FEMA
11:00am - 11:30am NFIP Key Initiatives & Advancements - FEMA
11:30am - 12:00pm Office of the Flood Insurance Advocate: Annual Report and Updates - FEMA
12:00pm - 1:15pm Lunch
1:15pm - 1:40pm Disaster Savings Account Proposals - American Bankers Association
1:40pm - 2:20pm Flood Insurance Cost Drivers: How Mitigation Can Impact your NFIP Rates -
National Flood Experts
2:20pm - 2:40pm Private Flood Growth Opportunities and the Future of the NFIP - Panel
Discussion
2:40pm - 3:00pm Break
3:00pm - 5:00 pm Concurrent Workshop Sessions:
Lenders - Roundtable Session - Flood Compliance Hot Topics
Mapping - Roundtable Session - The Future of Flood Data - Public and
Private Data Collaboration
Claims Topics - Roundtable Session - Key Issues Impacting the Flood
Claims Adjusting Community and Coordination with FEMA
5:30pm - 7:00pm Evening Reception/Networking Event
Tuesday, March 17
8:30am - 9:00am Monday Workshop Recap & Takeaways
9:00am - 9:40am The Calm Before the Storm? Overview of 2025 Storm Events - Panel
Discussion
9:40am - 10:20am Flood Claims - 2025 Claims Experience and a Look at the Year Ahead - Panel
Discussion
10:20am - 10:40am Break
10:40am - 11:30am Harris County TX: Creating More Resilient Communities Through Local and
Federal Cooperation - Harris County Flood Control District
11:30am - 12:10pm Innovations in Flood Risk Data and Modeling - Panel Discussion
12:10pm - 1:30pm Lunch
1:30pm - 2:10pm Practical Application of Green Infrastructure for Stormwater Management -
Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago
2:10pm - 2:50pm Affordability Solutions - Pilot Programs for Community-Based Insurance -
Panel Discussion
2:50pm - 3:10pm Break
3:10pm - 4:00pm Legal Perspectives for the Flood Industry: Banking, Insurance and Flood
Determination Litigation Review - Panel Discussion
4:00pm Closing Comments
Click here to download the full program (https://03079ef6-3ebc-4a2e-9b3c-2230e5dffe31.usrfiles.com/ugd/03079e_18f17004e1524c0f8b5c822fe6597192.pdf)
Certified Floodplain Managers will be able to earn 12 continuing education credits from the Association of State Flood Plain Managers (ASFPM) for attending the conference.
The DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley, Scottsdale
(https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/phxsjdt-doubletree-resort-paradise-valley-scottsdale/)5401 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
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The Doubletree Resort features lush tropical gardens and is one mile from Old Town Scottsdale and Fashion Square Mall. Camelback Mountain and Scottsdale Stadium are within five miles and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a 20-minute drive. Enjoy shopping and dining in the heart of the city. The resort features two outdoor pools and several restaurants.
The National Flood Association would like to thank the following companies for sponsoring the 2026 Annual Conference:
Premier Sponsors
Assurant (https://www.assurant.com/)
Colonial Claims (https://www.colonialclaims.com/)
National Risk Brokerage (https://nationalriskbrokerage.com/)
Taurus (National Flood Services) (https://www.thinktaurus.com/)
Supporting Sponsors
Administrative Strategies (https://www.administrative-strategies.com/)
Allcatclaims (https://www.allcatclaims.com/)
Aon (https://www.aonedge.com/)
Cotality (https://www.cotality.com/)
Fox Rothschild (https://www.foxrothschild.com/)
Lereta (https://lereta.com/)
Peoples Trust Insurance Company ( https://www.pti.agency)
Click the link below for the 2026 Sponsor and Exhibitor Packet for options, and contact us at events@nfaflood.com (mailto:events@nfaflood.com)for more information and to lock in your preferred package!
2026 Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities (https://03079ef6-3ebc-4a2e-9b3c-2230e5dffe31.usrfiles.com/ugd/03079e_a3efdc9fb96a4ae5b0774411280acc57.pdf)
The National Flood Association's annual conference attracts members from all areas of the flood insurance industry. Click the file below to see the list of current registrants for the 2026 conference.
This year, we are happy to sponsor World Central Kitchen again, giving 50% of the raffle proceeds to this wonderful charity. In 2025, NFA donated $1,404 from raffle proceeds!
Raffle tickets are $20 each or:
3 tickets for $50
5 tickets for $75
8 tickets for $100
Click here to purchase your raffle tickets and thank you for supporting NFA and the World Central Kitchen! (https://www.nfaflood.com/raffle-stripe-page)
DOUBLETREE COURTESY VAN (for resort guests only)
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- Up to 2 mile radius
- Runs from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. depending on demand
- Van leaves every hour at the top of the hour
- Call front desk for more information
BUDGET CAR RENTAL
Located inside the Resort lobby 480-563-2271
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RIDESHARE
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You name it, Scottsdale has it!
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THINGS TO DO
Old Town Scottsdale (https://oldtownscottsdaleaz.com/)
Visit the best of Scottsdale. Restaurants, Shopping, Museums, tours and more!
MLB Spring Training (https://www.springtrainingonline.com/)
While in Scottsdale, catch a ballgame during the spring training season.
Scottsdale Quarter (https://scottsdalequarter.com/)
Trendy, open-air shopping center offering gourmet eateries, a kids' splash fountain & movie theater.
Kierland Commons (https://www.kierlandcommons.com/)
Stylish outdoor shopping center with upscale designer shops, restaurants & bars.
Golfing (https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/golf/)
With more than 200 golf courses in the Scottsdale area, a portfolio of luxury resorts and year-round sunny skies, it’s no wonder Scottsdale is known as The World’s Finest Golf Destination.
Yoga
(https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/stories/post/your-om-away-from-home/)Ever heard of Aerial Yoga or Paddle Board yoga? Scottsdale offers a plethora of options for outdoor yoga classes for all levels.
Hiking (https://www.alltrails.com/explore/us/arizona/scottsdale?b_tl_lat=33.98162&b_tl_lng=-112.02908&b_br_lat=33.46918&b_br_lng=-111.67305)
Scottsdale in March? It's a perfect opportunity to get outside! Take off down the Echo Canyon trailhead to Camelback Mountain.
Desert Botanical Garden
(https://dbg.org/)Think the desert is all dirt and tumbleweeds? Think again. Enjoy thousands of species of cactus, trees and flowers from all around the world spread across 55 acres.
Phoenix Zoo (https://www.phoenixzoo.org/)
Only 6 miles away from the Resort, the Phoenix Zoo has over 1,400 animals and contains 2.5 miles of walking trails.
Rent an E-Bike (https://www.electricbiketoursofscottsdale.com/)
Gear up and get out on a guided tour of the town & trails. Self-guided tours are available as well as hourly bike rentals.
Find more at EXPERIENCE SCOTTSDALE(https://www.experiencescottsdale.com/)
As the National Flood Association's membership is comprised of competitors, there are antitrust implications inherent in its operations. The linked Antitrust Guidelines govern NFA activities and it is the responsibility of all participants of NFA events and discussions (members and guests) to review, understand and comply with these guidelines.
Click here to view the NFA Antitrust guidelines (https://03079ef6-3ebc-4a2e-9b3c-2230e5dffe31.usrfiles.com/ugd/03079e_3046d1be2a624682a771b9f42a189d72.pdf)
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