April 24, 2025

Board President's Letter - Nancy Martin, MS

One step at a time.

Twelve weeks ago, the furthest I’d ever run was four miles. Today, I’m just under two weeks away from running my very first half-marathon—13.1 miles! It’s been a journey of growth, grit, and so many early mornings. I’ve been following a 14-week Nike Run training program, and I’m both humbled and amazed by how far I’ve come.

Throughout this process, I’ve learned so much about endurance—both physical and mental. And now, as I approach the end of this training cycle, I’m not only excited to reach the summit of this goal, but also incredibly grateful for each and every step it took to get here. Believe it or not, I’m planning to restart the program in July to keep building my strength—and to prepare for the big race in Detroit this October. Maybe I’m a glutton for punishment… or maybe I’ve just fallen in love with the run. More

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month!

If you are passionate about the collegiate conference and events industry and eager to make a significant impact, take advantage of the opportunities to volunteer with ACCED-I and expand your network. Your involvement can drive meaningful change and contribute to the industry's growth and success while you gain practical experience in areas such as team building, project management, and mentorship. Join us and be part of a dynamic group of dedicated professionals who share your interests. Learn more about the opportunities available within ACCED-I here.

Thank you ACCED-I Volunteers

Thank you to all the volunteers who continue to support our amazing ACCED-I community! Here are some highlights of the volunteers in attendance at the recent ACCED-I 45th Annual Conference in Albuquerque!

Leadership Development Action Team

ACCED-I Board of Directors 2025-2026

2025 Annual Conference hospitality volunteers Hilary Brenneman and Megan Palluzzi

2025 Annual Conference speakers Lauren Dahle-Hernandez and Kriss Mason

Patrick Perfetto Volunteer of the Year Award recipient Matthew D'Oyly with Megan McCann, LDAT Action Team Chair

Education Action Team staff liaison Diana Hakenholz with Action Team Chair, Allie Biagioni

ACCED-I Events & News

ACCED-I is actively seeking nominations for one (1) vacant Board of Directors position. This is a unique opportunity for those interested in assuming a leadership role within the Association. We encourage you to submit your nomination by Monday, May 12th for this crucial role. By participating, you will have the chance to make a significant impact on the future of ACCED-I. Our aim is to recruit a talented and dedicated leader from our general membership who will contribute meaningfully to the Association's growth and success.

The position will serve the following term:

(1) Three-year term from April 2025 - March 2028

Please click here for full description of duties, term of office, and qualifications.

Submit nomination

Network with Colleagues on Zoom

Join your colleagues on Zoom to discuss Federal Impacts on Higher Education on April 29th. The calls are set up as open discussions led by the participants with questions submitted in advance to guide the conversation. We hope to see you there!

Regional Event

Cross-Regional Webinar | May 19th 2:00pm - 3:30pm ET | Hosted by the LDAT

ACCED-I Statement on the Florida State University campus shooting:

ACCED-I condemns violence of any kind and offers our support and strength to all those affected by this senseless act. For information on how to help the FSU Community, please visit response.fsu.edu.

Current Job Listings

California

Chapman University

Ticketing Services Manager

Florida

University of Miami

Assistant Director, Conference Services

Iowa

Iowa State University Memorial Union

Evening Event Operations Coordinator

Nevada

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Director for Student Union/UNLV Student Life

Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Administrative Assistant Director

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Project Manager III

New RFP through ACCED-I Connections

Hillel International is seeking proposals to host their summer conference in 2026. ACCED-I members that are interested in obtaining more information and possibly hosting the event at their institution may contact them directly using the information below.

Hillel International - Event date 7/25/26 - 7/31/26 - Due date: April 28, 2025

Total Meeting Room Technology Management . . . Simplified!

Encore’s Campus Partnerships program is designed to support the unique needs of your academic institution’s campus conference center and/or other flexible meeting space. We partner with your campus teams to deliver the white-glove service that customers experience with Encore throughout our global venues but with a fully customized program based on YOUR business. We have you covered with technology, staffing, additional audio-visual inventory and an equipment maintenance program to fulfill your meeting support needs.

We can take on support of your equipment, act as your capital planning partner, and build a program with a predictable financial solution that fits your academic model. Let our 80+ years of experience help you enhance your guests’ meeting outcomes.

We proudly support ACCED-I and appreciate the opportunities! For more information, please email Jason Younce at jason.younce@encoreglobal.com.

Corporate News

DoubleSpot at ACCED-I 2025: AI-Driven Innovation for Campuses

Member News

Renew Your Membership at 2025 Rates!

We understand the challenges facing collegiate conference and event planning—and we're here to help you navigate them with confidence.

Lock It In!

As fiscal year-ends approach and future funding remains uncertain, we’re giving you the opportunity to renew your membership early at the current rate. Renew now and continue enjoying uninterrupted access to our network and resources that support your success.

Bundle It!

As you renew your membership at the 2025 rate, you also have the opportunity to include registration fees for the 2026 Annual Conference. The invoice will include:

Membership dues at the 2025 rate
Registration fees for the 46th Annual Conference in Louisville, KY, March 2026

Refer a New Member - Get an Amazon Gift Card

Do you know someone who could benefit from an ACCED-I membership? Refer them today and receive a $25 Amazon gift card when they register for a new Individual, Institutional, or Corporate membership.

The process is simple:

Talk to your colleagues about ACCED-I
Refer them to our website to register as a new member; request that they add your name as their referral on the application
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If you have any questions, contact us at info@acced-i.org.