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2025 GNA Conference & Membership Assembly: The Power of Georgia Nurses

Columbus Georgia Convention & Trade Center
801 Front Avenue
Columbus, GA 31901

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 12:00pm ET - Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 12:00pm ET
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Continuing Nursing Professional Development
801 Front Avenue, Columbus, GA 31901

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Credits Offered

This event offers 15.0 contact hours to attendees.
Accreditation Info: The Georgia Nurses Association is an approved provider of nursing professional development by the South Carolina Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation..

Additional Information

The Georgia Nurses Association (GNA), the state’s largest professional association for registered nurses and affiliate of the American Nurses Association (ANA), is excited to host its 2025 Conference and Membership Assembly on August 22nd through the 24th at the Columbus Marriott in Columbus, GA.

Last year over 120 participants joined us, from the c-suite to academia, from the bedside to business, and from public service to technology, to teach and learn how nurses make the difference. This year, we’ll keep the promise: A robust and diverse group of nursing professionals committed to changing and improving healthcare we’ll meet again to explore the conference theme “The Power of Georgia Nurses”, connect, share insights and experiences, and present the latest research and development in the profession.   

Take advantage of this unique convention of Georgia's top registered nurses.

Up to 15 contact hours to be awarded to participants who attend the entire conference.

Register today!

Attendee Perks

To add to the excitement, attendees will enjoy the benefits of discounted rates at over 20 businesses in the area through the Show Your Badge Discount Card Program. From dining, shopping, to activities - An additional perk for joining us in Columbus!

 

Hotel Room Reservation

Take advantage of the discounted room rate at the Columbus Marriott for conference participants. Click the following link to reserve your room today. Reservation-Link

The hotel includes an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center for those interested in staying in during conference breaks.

Don't delay, reserve today! Reservation-Link

Meet Our Sponsors

Amerigroup, Platinum Sponsor - Northside Hospital, Gold Sponsor - Wellstar Health System, Silver Sponsor - Abbie DeLoach Foundation, Friday Night Reception Sponsor - Mutual of Omaha, Break Sponsor – Emory Healthcare, Break Sponsor

Meet Our Exhibitors

Archbold Medical Center - Boehringer Laboratories - Augusta University College of Nursing - Georgia Nurse Honor Guard - Georgia Commission on Women - Piedmont Healthcare - Post University American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences - Herzing University - Chi Eta Phi, Inc. - Georgia Association for Nursing Education - Umano Medical – DBD Coaching & Consulting – Troy University – St. Thomas University - Akoben International, Inc

Exhibit & Sponsor

The Georgia Nurses Association (GNA), the state’s largest professional association for registered nurses and affiliate of the American Nurses Association (ANA), is excited to host its 2025 Conference and Membership Assembly, and we ask that you join us as an exhibitor or a sponsor.

Last year over 120 participants joined us, from the c-suite to academia, from the bedside to business, and from public service to technology, to teach and learn how nurses make the difference. This year, we’ll keep the promise: A robust and diverse group of nursing professionals committed to changing and improving healthcare we’ll meet again to explore the conference theme “The Power of Georgia Nurses”, connect, share insights and experiences, and present the latest research and development in the profession.   

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to demonstrate the value of your business, program, or organization to key target audiences in nursing. Be part of this annual convention of nurses and show your support as a dynamic exhibitor. Don’t delay, sign up today!

In-kind donations welcomed!

  • Recognition in all promotional materials.
  • Company/organization logo displayed onsite.

 

For questions or inquiries, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

Attachments
Exhibitor Prospectus - 2025 GNA Conference & MA (150 KB)
Sponsor Prospectus - 2025 GNA Conference & Membership Assembly (160 KB)
Exhibitor

Includes:

  • An 8x10 exhibit space with a six-foot-table, two chairs and a waste basket.
  • Access to conference attendees during breaks and at the Friday evening reception.
  • Saturday breakfast and lunch for two exhibitor representatives¹.
  • Listing on GNA’s website throughout the conference marketing campaign.
  • Listing on conference signage onsite.
  • Listing in the Conference Program (deadline for inclusion is July 31, 2025).

 

¹Special conference ticket rate for additional representatives available.

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Premier Sponsor
  • Exclusive access to attendees at a special reception
  • Spot on the agenda
  • Ongoing marketing on screens
  • Logo in the attendee’s bag
  • Logo displayed onsite
  • Quick promotion between general sessions
  • Logo and sponsorship recognition in the Conference Program (deadline for inclusion is July 31, 2025).
  • Advertisement in issues of Georgia Nursing from moment of purchase until end of the year – quarterly newsletter that reaches over 75, 000 nurses in Georgia
  • Logo in conference promotional e-mails
  • Opportunity to do a drawing of a GNA item at the end of the conference
  • Opportunity to bring your own backdrop (e.g., for selfie taking purposes)
  • A six-foot table with two chairs and a waste basket, and an opportunity to be first to choose location
  • Opportunity to provide branded collateral material to be distributed to attendees (bag, lanyard, pens, insert item, etc.)
  • 5 complimentary conference registrations (in addition to any table representatives)

For questions or inquiries, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

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Platinum Sponsor
  • Sponsor of Friday Plenary Session
  • 5 minutes speaking opportunity at the Saturday plenary session
  • Access to attendees at the Friday night reception
  • A six-foot table in prime location with two chairs and a waste basket
  • Recognition during welcome and closing remarks
  • Logo displayed onsite
  • Logo in conference promotional e-mails
  • Logo and sponsorship recognition in the Conference Program (deadline for inclusion is July 31, 2025).
  • Advertisement in issues of Georgia Nursing from moment of purchase until end of the year – quarterly newsletter that reaches over 75, 000 nurses in Georgia
  • Opportunity to provide branded collateral material to be distributed to attendees (bag, lanyard, pens, insert item, etc.)
  • 3 complimentary conference registrations (in addition to any table representatives)

For questions or inquiries, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

  • Sponsor of Friday Plenary Session
  • 5 minutes speaking opportunity at the Saturday plenary session
  • Access to attendees at the Friday night reception
  • A six-foot table in prime location with two chairs and a waste basket
  • Recognition during welcome and closing remarks
  • Logo displayed onsite
  • Logo in conference promotional e-mails
  • Logo and sponsorship recognition in the Conference Program (deadline for inclusion is July 31, 2025).
  • Advertisement in issues of Georgia Nursing from moment of purchase until end of the year – quarterly newsletter that reaches over 75, 000 nurses in Georgia
  • Opportunity to provide branded collateral material to be distributed to attendees (bag, lanyard, pens, insert item, etc.)
  • 3 complimentary conference registrations (in addition to any table representatives)

For questions or inquiries, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

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Gold Sponsor
  • Saturday Lunch Sponsor
  • Recognition at opening and closing remarks
  • Logo displayed onsite
  • Access to attendees at the Friday night reception
  • Logo in conference promotional e-mails
  • A six-foot table, two chairs, and a waste basket
  • Opportunity to provide branded collateral material to be distributed to attendees (bag, lanyard, pens, insert item, etc.)
  • Logo and sponsorship recognition in the Conference Program (deadline for inclusion is July 31, 2025)
  • Advertisement in October issue of Georgia Nursing – quarterly newsletter that reaches over 75, 000 nurses in Georgia
  • 2 complimentary conference registrations (in addition to any table representatives)

 

For questions, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

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Silver Sponsor
  • Saturday Lunch Sponsor
  • Recognition at opening and closing remarks
  • Logo displayed onsite
  • Access to attendees at the Friday night reception
  • Logo in conference promotional e-mails
  • A six-foot table, two chairs, and a waste basket
  • Opportunity to provide branded collateral material to be distributed to attendees (bag, lanyard, pens, insert item, etc.)
  • Logo and sponsorship recognition in the Conference Program (deadline for inclusion is July 31, 2025)
  • Advertisement in October issue of Georgia Nursing – quarterly newsletter that reaches over 75, 000 nurses in Georgia
  • 2 complimentary conference registrations (in addition to any table representatives)

 

For questions, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

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Friday Night Reception Sponsor
  • Recognition during opening remarks and during the reception
  • Logo in pre-event email
  • Opportunity to host one ice-breaker session during the reception
  • 1 complimentary ticket for company/organization representative for that night

For questions, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

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Break Sponsor
  • Recognition during the breaks
  • Opportunity to bring your company/organization’s branded items (water bottles, coffee cups, napkins, etc.)

For questions, please contact us at gna@georgianurses.org.

$1,000.00

Register For This Event

GNA Member - Full Conference

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$249.00
GNA Member - Saturday Only

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$174.00
Non Member - Full Conference

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$389.00
Non Member - Saturday Only

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$329.00
Nursing Student (Graduate or Undergraduate) - Full Conference

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$100.00
Nursing Student (Graduate or Undergraduate) - Saturday Only

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$65.00
Retiree - Full Conference

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$75.00
Retiree - Saturday Only

Refund Policy

Refunds may be requested up to 10 days before the start of the conference, i.e., August 12, 2025. 

$65.00