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FPA Gather 2027

August 24-26 | Portland, OR

FPA GATHER 2027 (formerly FPA NexGen Gathering) is the welcoming front door to the financial planning community. Next-generation financial planners (especially those from the outstanding FPA NexGen community) of all backgrounds and experiences, connect, share, and build their foundation for professional growth. 


FPA GATHER is ideal for financial planners in their early career stages who are looking to find their place in the profession and build lasting relationships with peers who share their commitment to the work.

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Set in the heart of downtown Portland and steps from the city’s celebrated dining, culture, and creative energy, Hilton Portland Downtown offers an inspiring home for FPA GATHER 2027. It’s the perfect setting for meaningful connection, a strong sense of community, and discovering new possibilities within the profession.

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REGISTRATION FILLS FAST

FPA GATHER has sold out for two years in a row. Register now to secure your spot in 2027!

EARLY BIRD

Ends May 21, 2027

$ 515 / 715
Member / Non-Member
  • Best Possible Rate
  • Access to Minimum of 2 hours of CFP® CE Credit
  • Unmatched Networking with FPA GATHER Peers
  • Mentor-Lead Cohort Conversations

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Ends June 25, 2027

$ 565 / 765
Member / Non-Member
  • Savings Still Available
  • Access to Minimum of 2 Hours of CFP® CE Credit
  • Unmatched Networking with FPA GATHER Peers
  • Mentor lead Cohort Conversations

REGULAR

Registration closes July 26, 2027

$ 615 / 815
Member / Non-Member
  • Access to Minimum of 2 Hours of CFP® CE Credit
  • Unmatched Networking with FPA GATHER Peers
  • Mentor lead Cohort Conversations
STILL NEED CONVINCING?
FPA GATHER is for financial planners looking to find their community and build their foundation, whether you're just entering the profession or making a career change and searching for where you belong.

FPA NexGen Gathering [now FPA GATHER] is a 'must attend' event for all those new financial planners trying to survive and thrive in their early years and who want to find a community of like-minded peers all looking to build long-term successful financial planning careers. In fact, the bonds formed in NexGen are so tight that many members stay connected to their NexGen peers years later!

Michael Kitces

Reston, Virginia

NexGen Gathering [now FPA GATHER] is NEXT LEVEL, and the energy surrounding this event is infectious! The people who organize and attend are inspiring! GATHER gave me a community to learn from and grow WITH throughout my career.

Trey Aiello, CFP®

Canton, MA

I cannot express enough how valuable the FPA NexGen Gathering [now FPA GATHER] has been for me. The support from the NexGen community has been instrumental in launching my career and has truly been the backbone of my success. The connections I've made, the lessons I've learned, and the encouragement I've received have made this event one of the highlights of my year.

Alison Miller

Austin, TX

FPA NexGen Gathering [now FPA GATHER] has introduced me to some of the best leaders in the profession. I always leave with more confidence and a renewed sense of purpose thanks to the camaraderie and wisdom these leaders bestow.

Bryan Ruiz, CFP®

Atlanta, GA

Attending FPA NexGen Gathering [now FPA GATHER] was a tremendous learning experience for me. As a career changer, I found it incredibly valuable to connect with others at a similar place in their careers and grow my network. The opportunity to share wisdom, learned experiences, and struggles with other like-minded planners was invaluable.

Chris Rizzio, MBA

Farmington, CT

FPA Gather is the place for real conversations, real connections, and a room full of people who will push you to grow faster than you thought possible. Start here if you want to see the future of the financial planning profession up close – and discover the role you can play in it. 

Talia Calhoun, CFP®

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DISCOVER YOUR COMMUNITY AT FPA GATHER

FIND YOUR COMMUNITY

Connect with peers committed to financial planning and to elevating the profession to its pinnacle. You'll build relationships through structured, thoughtful conversations and experiences that lead to long-lasting, meaningful connections.

FUEL YOUR GROWTH

Pursue practical strategies you can implement immediately. You'll learn from those who have tested and perfected new approaches, and you'll leave with specific frameworks to advance your practice and your professional development.

DISCOVER YOUR MENTOR

Meet seasoned practitioners who can shepherd you through your career. You'll engage with other early-career planners and innovators who want to shape the future of financial planning. At FPA GATHER, everyone has something to learn and something to teach.

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Where FPA GATHER fits in your journey

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FPA GATHER is where the next generation of financial planners comes together to connect, learn, and grow. Formerly known as FPA NexGen Gathering, this event is designed for early-career professionals and career changers exploring the power of financial planning. FPA GATHER is your launchpad into a supportive community that celebrates curiosity, ambition, and purpose. 

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FPA GATHER welcomes early-career financial planning professionals and career-changers who are looking to find their community—the people, connections, and sense of belonging that ground you in this profession.

Structured conversations. Meaningful connections. Content designed to help you find your place and build the foundation for your professional journey.

Curious about logistics, CE, or what to expect on site? Our FAQ has the details.

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