CAPPA 2027 Regional Conference
Maintaining Excellence, Sustaining the Future
Join facilities professionals from across the Central Region in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, for three days of learning, connection and inspiration.
When
September 27–29, 2027
Monday through Wednesday
Where
The Canopy by Hilton
120 E. 4th Place, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Registration
Meals, sessions & tours
Included with registration – rates coming soon
About the Conference
Join Us in the Heart of the Midwest
In September 2027, CAPPA – APPA’s Central Region – invites facilities professionals from across the region to gather in the heart of the Midwest for its annual conference in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
Set next to the falls of the Big Sioux River, this year’s conference brings together the best of professional development and regional community in South Dakota’s largest city. Whether you’re new to facilities management or a seasoned leader, the 2027 CAPPA Annual Conference is designed to meet you where you are and equip you with the tools, insights, and connections to move your institution forward.
What to Expect
Educational sessions for every level of your organization, plus time to connect with peers, partners and the city itself.
Education for All Levels
Sessions for front-line maintenance staff and supervisors through business officers and senior leaders, so every member of your team walks away with relevant, actionable knowledge.
Regional Networking
Build connections with facilities peers from institutions across the Central Region.
Industry Partners
Engage with industry partners and vendors from across the region.
Sioux Falls Hospitality
Experience the unique culture and hospitality that make Sioux Falls an exceptional conference destination.
Registration
What’s Included
Your conference registration covers the full three-day experience.
Hotel & Room Block
Stay Where It All Happens
The Canopy by Hilton
- 120 E. 4th Place, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
- Conference host hotel – sessions and lodging under one roof
- Just a few miles from the Sioux Falls airport
Room block booking link coming soon.
Getting There & Getting Out
Discover Sioux Falls
Situated at the junction of I-90 and I-29 with an airport just a few miles from the hotel, Sioux Falls makes travel to and from the conference easy. Fall is a perfect time to visit, with family fun and events celebrating the season.
- Easy access at the crossroads of I-90 and I-29
- The best shopping between Denver and Minneapolis
- A historic downtown area and museums
- Wineries in and around the city
- Sporting events and seasonal fall festivities
We’ll See You in Sioux Falls
We look forward to welcoming you this September for three days of learning, connection and inspiration with fellow facilities professionals.
Coming SoonQuestions?
Jennifer Kindt
CAPPA President
The Canopy by Hilton, Sioux Falls
Stay right where the conference happens. The Canopy by Hilton in downtown Sioux Falls is the host hotel for the 2027 CAPPA Annual Conference, September 27–29, 2027.
View on MapReserve within the CAPPA room block to receive the conference rate.
Address
The Canopy by Hilton
120 E. 4th Place
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Room Rate
$199 per night
CAPPA conference group rate
Booking
Room block is open
Reserve online through the CAPPA group link to receive the conference rate.
Book your room →Getting There
Easy to Reach
Sioux Falls sits at the junction of I-90 and I-29, and the airport is just a few miles from the hotel, making travel to and from the conference simple.
- Driving: at the crossroads of I-90 and I-29
- Flying: the Sioux Falls airport is a few miles from the hotel
- Downtown: steps from Sioux Falls’ historic downtown area
Questions About Lodging?
Jennifer Kindt
CAPPA President
Exhibitor PackagesBusiness Partner Opportunities
Connect with the facilities leaders of the Central region
The CAPPA 2027 Annual Conference brings together facilities professionals from colleges and universities across the Central region for three days of education, campus tours and networking. Exhibiting and sponsoring puts your company in front of the people who plan, operate and maintain campus facilities.
Exhibitor Packages
Four levels of exhibit presence, from a standard booth to exclusive “Presented by” branding across the whole conference.
Supporting Exhibitor
Limited availability
$1,750
- Exhibit space
- One full Business Partner conference registration
- Tiered recognition in the rotating sponsorship deck
Cornerstone Exhibitor
3 available
$5,000
- Preferred 10 x 10 booth
- Three full Business Partner conference registrations
- Logo recognition on the website and social media
- Tiered recognition in the rotating sponsorship deck
Visionary Exhibitor
3 available
$7,500
- Prime 10 x 10 booth in a prime exhibit location
- Four full Business Partner conference registrations
- Up to a three-minute company introduction during one general session
- Logo recognition on the website and social media
- Tiered recognition in the rotating sponsorship deck
Presenting Exhibitor
1 available
$12,500
- Premium double exhibit space
- “Presented by” branding across all conference materials
- Premier logo placement on the website, signage, registration platform and main stage
- Six full Business Partner conference registrations
- Up to a three-minute company introduction during the Opening Reception
- Logo recognition on the website and social media
- Prominent recognition in the rotating sponsorship deck
Electricity Add-On · $125
A second power drop in a standard booth, or a third power drop in a Double or Premium booth. Available with any exhibitor package.
Register →Lead Capture · $250
Scan attendee badges, log visitor details and capture notes in real time so no connection at your booth goes unrecorded. Available with any exhibitor package.
Register →Event Sponsorships
Attach your brand to a specific moment of the conference. Every event sponsorship includes an exhibit booth with standard setup.
Platinum
Includes a full registrationKeynote
$5,000
Align your brand with the conference’s premier educational moment: prominent logo placement before and during the keynote, a verbal introduction by the emcee, and recognition in related materials.
One full Business Partner registration and an exhibit booth
Opening Reception
$5,000
Set the tone as the first company recognized when attendees arrive, with prominent signage, a brief company introduction, and logo placement throughout the reception.
One full Business Partner registration and an exhibit booth
Gold
$3,500 eachSwag Bag (Co-Branded)
$3,500
The official conference swag bag, co-branded with your logo alongside CAPPA’s, carried throughout the conference and taken home afterward.
Lanyards
$3,500
Your brand around every attendee’s neck from check-in through closing, one of the most consistently visible impressions available.
Hotel Key Card Sleeves
$3,500
Greet every attendee at check-in with your brand on their key card sleeve, seen every time they return to their room.
Lunch
$3,500
Prominent recognition in the dining space: signage at meal stations, verbal acknowledgment, and logo placement in lunch-area materials.
Breakfast
$3,500
Open each conference day front and center with signage, verbal recognition, and logo placement throughout morning meal service.
WiFi
$3,500
Your company name as the official conference WiFi network, seen every time an attendee logs on.
Presidential Suite
$3,500
Treat a VIP or top team member to one of the Canopy by Hilton’s 815 sq. ft. suites, with a large walk-out balcony overlooking Falls Park, a fireplace, a living room with sectional and a dining area. Ideal for hosting clients after hours.
Silver
$2,500 eachAM/PM Breaks
$2,500
Sponsor the mid-morning or afternoon refreshment breaks with prominent branding and verbal recognition at the break station.
Tour Transportation
$2,500
Support facility-tour logistics. Your company name appears on vehicles and in tour materials for one of the most anticipated experiences of the conference.
Bronze
Hard Hats
$1,000
Sponsored hard hats featuring your logo are distributed for facility tours, giving you visible, on-site brand presence during a hands-on experience.
Swag Bag Inserts
$1,000
Place a promotional item, brochure or branded piece into every attendee’s conference bag.
App Banner
$1,000
Your logo or ad as a banner in the official conference mobile app, where attendees check schedules, maps and updates all event long.
Attendee Scholarships
$1,500
Fund a scholarship registration for an eligible colleague. Recognized in the program and during the opening session.
Reserve your opportunity
Packages with limited availability are assigned first come, first served. Reach out to the CAPPA conference team to reserve a package or ask about combining opportunities.
Jennifer Kindt, CAPPA President · Jennifer.Kindt@SDSTATE.EDU
Share what’s working on your campus
The Central Association of Physical Plant Administrators (CAPPA) Professional Development Committee is now accepting presentation proposals for educational sessions at the 2027 Annual Conference in Sioux Falls, SD.
Help shape the future of facilities leadership by presenting innovative ideas, proven practices and emerging trends.
The submission site link will be posted here as soon as it is available.
Educational Tracks
Where your session fits
Proposals are welcome across the key educational tracks of the facilities profession.
Topics outside these tracks that support the facilities profession are also welcome.
Ways to Present
Choose your format
Contribute to a high-quality educational program in the format that suits your content best.
Focused Topic Discussion
Lead a conversation on a specific facilities challenge and draw out the experience of colleagues in the room.
Educational Paper
Present research, a case study or a project from your campus, with lessons other institutions can put to work.
Other Learning Content
Have a different idea? Workshops, panels and other impactful learning formats that support the profession are welcome.
Ready to submit a proposal?
The submission site will open soon. Check back on this page for the link and full submission details.
Submission link coming soonLead your team with clarity, confidence and consistency
Supervisor’s Toolkit is APPA’s practical, three-day program on the core responsibilities of facilities supervision. Join us in Sioux Falls alongside the 2027 CAPPA Annual Conference.
- September 26–28, 2027
- Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown, 120 E. 4th Place, Sioux Falls, SD
- 21 PDHs and a certificate of completion
Register for Supervisor’s Toolkit through the CAPPA 2027 conference registration page.
Who Should Attend
Built for facilities supervisors
For anyone stepping into, growing in, or preparing for a supervisory role on a facilities team.
New supervisors
Recently promoted from the crew and making the shift from peer to leader.
Working supervisors
Experienced supervisors who want to build on or refresh their skills.
Emerging leaders
High-potential frontline staff being developed for supervisory roles.
No prior supervisory training is required.
Curriculum
Seven modules over three days
An in-person, facilitated program covering the responsibilities supervisors face every day.
The Role of the Supervisor
The shift from peer to leader, and carrying authority with accountability.
Legal Aspects of Supervision
Employment law basics, workplace rights, harassment and discrimination, and handling issues as they arise.
Communication
Giving direction, consistent feedback, and adapting style across written, verbal and nonverbal contexts.
Coaching and Performance Management
Setting expectations, having performance conversations, and documenting issues.
Motivation
What drives different people beyond pay, and how recognition, purpose and culture affect results.
Delegation and Time Management
Delegating well, prioritizing, and matching tasks to people.
Leadership Style
Understanding your own style, how it lands with others, and how to adapt it.
Outcomes
What you’ll take back to campus
Save your seat
Register for Supervisor’s Toolkit through the CAPPA 2027 conference registration page. Questions about the program? Our professional development team can help.
Build the foundation for a career in facilities
Invest in Success is APPA’s two-day program for frontline facilities staff, building foundational skills, a clear view of the institution’s mission, and a sense of professional identity. Join us in Sioux Falls alongside the 2027 CAPPA Annual Conference.
- September 26–27, 2027
- Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown, 120 E. 4th Place, Sioux Falls, SD
- 14 PDHs and a certificate of completion
Register for Invest in Success through the CAPPA 2027 conference registration page.
Who Should Attend
Built for frontline facilities staff
For custodial, trades, grounds and operations staff early in their facilities careers.
New to the field
Staff who are new to educational facilities or early in their careers.
Career changers
Employees moving into educational facilities from other industries.
Mission-minded team members
Staff who want to see how their role supports the institution’s mission.
No prior management experience is required.
Curriculum
Two tracks over two days
An in-person, facilitated program delivering both tracks together.
You as an Individual
- Personal leadership mindset and habits
- Emotional intelligence and resilience
- Communication and trust-building
- Identifying your strengths
You and Your Institution
- How facilities supports student success
- Working relationships across a facilities organization
- How unconscious bias affects team culture
- Communicating across roles and levels
Outcomes
What you’ll take back to campus
Save your seat
Register for Invest in Success through the CAPPA 2027 conference registration page. Questions about the program? Our professional development team can help.
To Register or Purchase a Sponsorship or Exhibitor Booth you must be logged into your APPA account.
If you do not have an account, you can create one here.
Cancellations and Transfers
- How to cancel: Email your request to events@appa.org
- Refunds: Cancellations received at least 30 days before the event start date receive a full refund of the registration fee.
- After the 30-day deadline: Registrations are not refundable and cannot be deferred to a later event. You may transfer your registration to another person within the same organization for the same event; please email events@appa.org to arrange the transfer.
- Travel and lodging: CAPPA is not responsible for any travel or lodging costs.
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