March 12, 2025

ACCED-I Events & News

Board President's Message - Kelly O'Neal, CMP, MBA

Our Own Algorithm

With the Annual Conference only days away, the internet algorithm is constantly presenting ‘all things’ Albuquerque and New Mexico – the good and the Breaking Bad (ha ha ha, I couldn’t help myself). The good statements mentioned the grand vistas, the warm people, the deep-rooted history and the abundant quirkiness. One particular comment stood out, it said “New Mexico is underrated, diverse and beautiful”. What?!? I felt this comment in my ACCED-I core! And I am certain many of you may feel it, too. First of all, being in the hospitality industry at our respective institutions certainly makes us a little unique on campus. This uniqueness may have resulted in our departments, staff and work being underrated, I dare say sometimes unappreciated. However, we time and time again have proven our value. Value in monetary terms, in visibility and in service to the campus community. More

RFP Due Date Extended

APPA has updated their recent RFPs for (2) professional development conferences at a college/university 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.

APPA RFP - Warm climates in the USA - Due March 24, 2025 - January/February 2026 event

APPA RFP - USA locations - Due April 1, 2025 - September 2026 event

Host the 2025 Educational Forum

Would you like to host an ACCED-I Educational Forum on your campus? We're seeking proposals from ACCED-I member institutions for an upcoming in-person Educational Forum. If you're interested, please respond to the Request for Proposals by March 31, 2025. We look forward to another fantastic year of learning!

If you have any questions, contact Diana Hakenholz, CMP at (970) 449-4962 or diana@acced-i.org.

Business Update Survey Due Friday

ACCED-I is gathering data for our annual industry update and strategic plan. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by March 14th. Your feedback is valuable as it will help us to plan for future events and education. Information shared will be kept anonymous and results will be posted on the website. Thank you for participating!

Take Survey

Network with Colleagues on Zoom

Join other collegiate conference and events professionals 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!

Countdown to the Annual Conference

There's Still Time to Register

The ACCED-I Annual Conference is almost here! Don't miss this year's incredible lineup of educational sessions, networking opportunities, and an exciting Expo. View the event schedule, presenters, register here, and start planning your time in Albuquerque!

Download the Mobile App

If you haven't already done so, download the mobile event app and start connecting with other attendees! Personalize your agenda, take a poll, participate in the community conversations including airport ride shares and regional topics, and plan your time in Albuquerque. The app is your go-to resource for the ACCED-I Annual Conference!

Learn more here.

Exclusive Offer from United

We are pleased to partner with United Airlines for air travel to our upcoming Annual Conference in 2025. Learn more about travel to Albuquerque here.

Thank You Sponsors & Exhibitors

Many thanks to this year's ACCED-I Annual Conference Sponsors and Exhibitors for their support and commitment to the collegiate conference & events profession, as well as the ACCED-I community. Be sure to visit the Expo in Albuquerque to learn about the latest products and services that can enhance your operation and make 2025 a success!

Present at a Showcase

You're invited to present at a showcase at this year’s Annual Conference in Albuquerque. Showcases provide you with dedicated time to briefly highlight your program and/or department with a five minute presentation to attendees. Spaces are limited so don't delay. Sign up here.

Congratulations Award Nominees

The ACCED-I Awards & Recognition Luncheon will take place on Monday, March 24th at the ACCED-I 45th Annual Conference where nominees and recipients will be honored for their outstanding efforts. Help us congratulate the award nominees for the following categories:

Patrick Perfetto Volunteer of the Year Award

Nominee:

Matthew D'Oyly - The Ohio State University

Session of the Year Award

Nominees (all presentations from the 2024 ACCED-I Annual Conference):

Daniel Dykstra - Data-Driven Decision Making and Reporting
Reva Schottenstein-Reed - A Win Win Staffing Model, Internship-Based Staffing
Laura Allison and Kyleigh Rica - Change is Great, 2.0! An In-depth Look at Summer 2023 Camps & Conferences Operations

Corporate News

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Membership

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
Enjoy your shopping trip!

If you have any questions, contact us at info@acced-i.org.

Bundle Your Membership

Is your membership up for renewal? Take advantage of our combined invoice option to secure your attendance at the Annual Conference plus your yearly ACCED-I membership. The invoice will include:

Membership dues
Registration fees for the 45th Annual Conference in Albuquerque, NM, March 2025

We'd like to make it as easy as possible to meet your professional development goals this year by streamlining the process. Contact us at info@acced-i.org to discuss your renewal options.

Welcome New Members

Please welcome the following new and returning members to ACCED-I!

Anna C. Gilbert - Flagler College
Skylar Gunderson-Erhardt - Oregon State University
Mark Jacobson - Oregon State University
Sarah Lockwood - Oregon State University
Carly Weber - Oregon State University
Teri Trujillo - Oregon State University
Shannon Westmoreland - University of Denver
Jordan Adams - University of Maryland - College Park
Chelsie Coulter - University of North Florida

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