About SECO

Over 14 years ago, about a dozen Georgia-based manufactured housing community owners convened to discuss the challenges and opportunities in their industry. Those early conversations sparked something none of them could have predicted — a movement that would bring together hundreds of community owners from across the U.S. and Canada.

The first larger gathering drew approximately 50 southeastern owners to Atlanta. As word spread about the practical, no-nonsense education and genuine camaraderie, the conference grew annually through contributions from additional southeast owners. What began as a regional meetup has become a national event attracting over 700 attendees from 35+ states each year.

SECO is a non-profit 501(c)(3) serving small and mid-size manufactured home community owners from the U.S. and Canada. All programming is planned by and for community owners. Unlike other industry events dominated by vendor pitches, SECO remains true to its founding principle: it is a conference built by community owners, for community owners.

SECO is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. This designation reflects our commitment to education and community service rather than profit. The conference is organized entirely by volunteers who are themselves community owners — people who understand the industry firsthand and are passionate about lifting it up.

Net proceeds from the conference are directed toward supporting veterans and first responders, causes close to the hearts of our planning team and attendees alike. When you attend SECO, you are not just investing in your own education and network — you are contributing to something larger.