May 2–5, 2027  |  Kansas City, MO

We’ll see you at
Conclave 2027!

The American Gem Society’s (AGS) International Conclave is headed to Kansas City, MO, May 2–5, 2027.

Early Bird ends February 8, 2027

Full Registration is $1,225 ($1,325 after the deadline).

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Keynote Speakers

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Bert Jacobs

Monday · Opening Keynote

Co-founder and CEO of Life is Good, the $160 million lifestyle brand he started with $78 and a van.

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Sarah Robb O’Hagan

Tuesday · Breakfast Keynote

Global President of Gatorade by 38, and former CEO of EXOS.

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James Lawrence

Wednesday · Breakfast Keynote

The Iron Cowboy: 100 Ironman-distance triathlons in 100 consecutive days.

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The Best of Second City

Wednesday · Titleholders Luncheon Keynote

Improv and sketch comedy from world-class Second City performers, inspired by you.

Registration

Early Bird through February 8, 2027

Full Registration

$1,225 Regularly $1,325

Early Bird applies to the Standard-level rate. Diamond and Gold members, your rate is already waiting. Learn more about Diamond and Gold level benefits.

  • Access to numerous networking events, including general session keynotes
  • Choose from a wide variety of breakout and featured sessions
  • The memory of attending the premier educational event in the industry!
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Guest Registration

All evening events. Excludes keynote, featured, and breakout sessions.

$775

Register

Single Day

One day’s networking events, keynote, and sessions.

$650

Register

Single Event

Shipley Luncheon, Suppliers’ Showcase, or President’s Party.

$180

Register

Non-Member

One-time offer for organizations considering membership. Must meet AGS Standards to attend.

$2,325

Register

Questions about registration? Contact [email protected].

What Makes Conclave Special

Here’s what our members have to say.

Conclave 2026 attendees cheering together in a group photo Keynote speaker on the Conclave 2026 stage Attendees cheering at Trivia Night Attendees using microscopes in a gemology session An award presented on stage at Conclave 2026

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Conclave is my favorite event of the year! … You won't find a better event for education, networking, and reconnecting anywhere.

Isabelle Corvin, CG
Panowicz Jewelers

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Attend Conclave once and you’ll never miss another one. It’s like Pringles: once you pop you can’t stop!

Anna Samsonova, CG
Samsonova Consulting

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The friendships that are fostered through meeting people of like-mind are one of the most impactful aspects of attending Conclave regularly!

Loretta Gordon-Bock
Gordons Gold Jewellers

Future Conclaves

See where Conclave is heading next!