Paid Networking Events
Looking to make the most of your CFCA Summit experience? In addition to the networking opportunities included with your registration, several special events are available as optional add-ons during registration or can be purchased later.
Don't miss Bingo Loco—our brand-new Thursday night finale featuring high-energy entertainment, music, prizes, and surprises—along with returning events like Casino Night, the Inspirational Prayer Breakfast, and the PowerFUEL Women's Network Speaker Panel. You can also join the Giant Beer Pong Tournament and Dunk Tank Challenge, with proceeds benefiting the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization that provides scholarships to the children and employees of CFCA member companies.
Explore our events below!
Bingo Loco (Thursday Night Finale)
Thursday 9/10 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Ocean Ballroom
Making its CFCA Summit 2026 debut, Bingo Loco is a high-energy finale experience featuring a live DJ, interactive entertainment, exciting prizes, and surprises throughout the evening. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Catch a sneak peek of this event on the CFCA Instagram!
Pricing: $150
Sponsored by Pearson Fuels
PowerFUEL Women's Network (PWN) Speaker Panel
Monday 9/7 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM | The Power Plant
Kick off the Summit by connecting with women from across the industry. Featuring networking opportunities, interactive activities, and a panel discussion with female professionals, PowerFUEL is designed to foster meaningful connections and share insights.
Stay connected! Sign up for the PWN Newsletter to receive updates on the Summit's PowerFUEL Women's Network event and year-round PWN programming.
Pricing: $25
Speakers:
- Whitney Opperman, Opperman & Son Inc.
- Annie Gauthier, NACS
Casino Night
Tuesday 9/8 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | The Laundry
Place your bets on a good time! Casino Night is the perfect way to unwind after day one — enjoy games, refreshments, and great company. Try your hand at blackjack, roulette, and craps, or register for the Poker Tournament for a chance to win a cash prize as our Tournament Champion. Don’t forget to enter the 50/50 Raffle — you could walk away a winner!
All proceeds from the 50/50 raffle will benefit the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization that provides scholarships to the children and employees of CFCA member companies.
Pricing:
- $100 - Poker Player
- $100 - Casino Games Player
- $75 - Spectator
- $20 per buy-in - 50/50 Raffle
Sponsored by BP
Inspirational Prayer Breakfast
Wednesday 9/9 | 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Carousel Room
Join us for a morning of prayer and reflection focused on faith, leadership, and business. Explore how your work can create opportunities, mentor future leaders, and make a meaningful impact.
Pricing: $50
Speaker: Jamie Hess, Point Loma University of Nazarene
Sponsored by Ed Staub & Sons
Giant Beer Pong Tournament
SEMI-FINALS: Wednesday 9/9 | 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Pavilion D
FINALS: Thursday 9/10 | 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Pavilion D
Grab a partner and compete in our Giant Beer Pong Tournament. Teams of two (2) can enter for a chance to win a CASH PRIZE while supporting a great cause. You'll each get 3 throws to rack up points points for our live scoreboard.
All proceeds benefit the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization that provides scholarships to the children and employees of CFCA member companies.
Pricing: $100 buy-in for teams of 2 ($50 per person)
Sponsored by Pearson Fuels
Pfc. Cory D. Polom, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Dunk Tank Challenge
Thursday 9/10 | 1:30 - 2:00 PM | Pavilion D
Ready to make a splash for scholarships? The Dunk Tank Challenge lets attendees nominate a colleague, friend, or industry peer for the dunk tank with a minimum $300 donation. Nominated participants can either take the plunge or match the donation to opt out. Nominations can be made before Summit through the registration form, and all attendees are invited to stop by during the event to test their aim and support a great cause.
All donations collected will support the CIOMA Memorial Scholarship Fund, a 501(c)(3) organization that provides scholarships to the children and employees of CFCA member companies.
Pricing: Minimum $300 donation per nomination
Sponsored by Pearson Fuels, iRely