This year’s GSA SmartPay Training Forum will be held in person!

 

Whether you are brand new to the program or a seasoned professional, the GSA SmartPay Training Forum continues to be the premier training event for charge card program managers. The 3-day event will feature a comprehensive training schedule that will cover all aspects of how to successfully manage your charge card program.

 

Who should attend the forum?

• Agency/Organization Program Coordinators (A/OPCs)
• Financial Managers
• Approving Officials
• Billing Officials
• Other agency personnel who play a role in managing their agency’s GSA SmartPay charge card program

Note: This event is not intended for cardholders.

 

Registration for the 2024 GSA SmartPay Training Forum will open online in mid May. Please note that no fee is required to register for this valuable training opportunity, however each attendee will be responsible for their own travel expenses. It is highly recommended that those registering for this event obtain agency approval to attend prior to registering. Event registration is required to attend.

 

If you have any questions or concerns please email us at:

GSA SmartPay’s Training Forum Team, gsasmartpay2024@explorepsa.com

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