F.A.C.E. 37th Annual Educational Conference

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Online Registration is Closed | On-Site Registration Is Available

Please Note: Our host hotel block is full.  On-Site registrants will be provided a suggested secondary hotel.

How To Sign In:
 You must sign into the F.A.C.E. Conference Website to complete your registration.  This website is connected to the main F.A.C.E. website, so please use the same login credentials!  Please click here for assistance with signing in.

How To Register Yourself: Select your Registration Option (Full Conference).  Then, add any sessions to your itinerary that you would like to attend.  Please note that the system will alert you if you have selected a session that conflicts with another.   You may return to this website to make changes until May 17, 2026.

How To Register Someone Else: Please view our quick guide for assistance with registering someone else from your organization.

How is my registration fee determined?: Your eligibility to register at the Member Rate is determined upon your membership status in the F.A.C.E. system.  Members who are currently renewed for the 2025-2026 membership year are eligible to register at the membership rate. Please refer to your membership account at https://face-online.org if you have any questions about your current membership status.

Hotel Reservation: The F.A.C.E. Conference Hotel rate is $169.00 per night.  Parking is $14 overnight for Self Parking.  Instructions to reserve your hotel room will be sent via email after your conference registration is received.

Cancellation Policy: All cancellations require a written request and can be sent to [email protected]. In order to receive a refund (minus a $75 administrative fee), all requests must be received on or before May 17, 2026. No-shows and late cancellations forfeit the full registration fee. Cancellation notifications via social media (e.g., posting on our Facebook page or a tweet) are not accepted. All refunds will be processed after the event has concluded.

Credit Card Payments: Please note that our administrative staff is not authorized to take credit card payments over the phone.  Credit card transactions must be completed by the registrant or their administrative staff on the conference website.  If you select "Pay Later" during checkout, you may pay your invoice by check or credit card by retrieving the invoice in the Transactions tab of your profile.

Questions: Please see our Conference FAQ.  For all other inquiries, please contact Jenny Anderson at [email protected].

When
6/9/2026 - 6/12/2026
Where
Embassy Suites By Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South 4955 Kyngs Heath Rd. Kissimmee, FL 34746 UNITED STATES
Registration
Registration is closed.

Program

Monday, 08 June 2026

Description
The registration desk will be open on Monday.  If you plan to arrive early, stop by and skip the line on Tuesday!
Category
Registration Desk
Time
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
12:00 PM

Tuesday, 09 June 2026

Description
Category
Registration Desk
Time
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
9:00 AM
Attendees will learn the ins and outs of the conference, including sign-in sheets, CEHs, and special events in the program. Participants will also be introduced to the F.A.C.E. Board of Directors and Chapter Representatives. [CEHs: 1]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
10:30 AM
This session provides an overview of the law governing activities commonly associated with “First Amendment Auditors.” Participants will explore challenges faced by code enforcement officials, legal limitations, and practical tips for responding to interference during enforcement activities. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
12:30 PM
Category
Exhibitors & Sponsors
Time
2:30 PM - 5:15 PM
2:30 PM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
2:30 PM
Sunshine 811 is Florida’s one-call notification center that helps prevent damage to underground utilities by coordinating the marking of utility lines before excavation. Participants will learn how this service reduces legal liabilities, prevents accidents, saves resources, and promotes public safety. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
3:15 PM
This session guides attendees through developing a successful CEP Legal Issues Paper, from selecting a topic to organizing research, proper formatting, and crafting a clear, well-supported argument. Participants will learn committee expectations and how to avoid common pitfalls. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
3:15 PM
This presentation explores the roots of implicit bias in human cognition and identifies strategies to reduce the activation of bias in the code enforcement function. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
3:15 PM - 5:15 PM
3:15 PM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
5:00 PM

Wednesday, 10 June 2026

Description
Category
Registration Desk
Time
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
7:00 AM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
7:00 AM
Category
Exhibitors & Sponsors
Time
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
8:00 AM
Join the official conference kick-off featuring the presentation of colors, national anthem, pledge of allegiance, annual business meeting, and presentation of the Huskey Award. [CEHs: 1.5]
Category
Business
Time
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
8:30 AM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
10:00 AM
This session reviews the results of the 2026 legislative session as it relates to the profession, F.A.C.E.’s advocacy efforts, and future legislative priorities. [CEHs: 1.5]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10:30 AM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
12:00 PM
Participants will learn strategies to enhance observational skills, assess threats, recognize pre-incident indicators, and apply effective de-escalation techniques in the field. [CEHs: 1.5]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
1:30 PM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
3:00 PM
This session equips inspectors with strategies to identify common rental housing violations while balancing enforcement with education, documentation best practices, and effective communication. [CEHs: 1.5]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
3:30 PM

Thursday, 11 June 2026

Description
Category
Registration Desk
Time
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
7:00 AM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
7:00 AM
Category
Exhibitors & Sponsors
Time
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
8:00 AM
Designed for code enforcement professionals at all levels, this course introduces fifteen essential leadership qualities and provides a framework for developing leadership excellence through practical insight and reflection. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
8:00 AM
This session explores underutilized tools and data sources—including property records, utility data, and satellite imagery—that enhance investigations, compliance efforts, and community engagement. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
8:00 AM
This interactive session examines how emotional intelligence improves communication and supports effective de-escalation during high-stress interactions, helping professionals reduce conflict and build trust. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
8:00 AM
This four-hour course trains participants to recognize cardiac arrest, perform CPR, and properly use an AED. Successful participants receive an American Heart Association Basic Life Support card. [CEHs: 4]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
8:00 AM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
10:00 AM
Participants will learn how to build and implement strategic plans, develop mission and vision statements, and execute measurable goals that improve organizational effectiveness and community outcomes. [CEHs: 1.5]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10:30 AM
This session explores behaviors that undermine trust and effectiveness in organizations and provides leadership frameworks to restore healthy, values-based cultures. [CEHs: 1.5]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10:30 AM
This session focuses on everyday leadership behaviors that strengthen teams, promote accountability, and positively influence workplace culture during routine and complex situations. [CEHs: 1.5]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
10:30 AM
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
12:00 PM
Participants will learn how Hillsborough County’s Community Outreach programs assist homeowners facing life hardships by collaborating with partners to bring properties into compliance through compassion. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
1:30 PM
This session introduces the 7 P’s of Resilience and provides leaders with tools to build sustainable resilience, address stress, and model healthy mental-health practices. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
1:30 PM
This course covers animal safety awareness, animal body language, and indicators of animal fighting to help officers remain safe and recognize potential criminal activity. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
1:30 PM
Category
Business
Time
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
3:30 PM
One (1) ticket is included in the price of registration. Semi-formal attire is requested. Guests are welcome to incorporate fun “Clue” or mystery-themed accessories if they’d like (hats, gloves, vintage touches, etc.)
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
6:00 PM
Purchase additional tickets for your guest(s) here, as needed.
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
6:00 PM

Friday, 12 June 2026

Description
Category
Meals/Breaks
Time
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
7:00 AM
Category
Registration Desk
Time
7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
7:00 AM
The closing session leaves attendees energized and motivated around enforcing codes, building trust, and leading with character. [CEHs: 2]
Category
Education Sessions
Time
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
8:00 AM