January 29, 2025

ACCED-I Events & News

Introducing the ACCED-I

Community Engagement Action Team

We're excited to announce the formation of the ACCED-I Community Engagement Action Team as approved by the Board of Directors. This group will oversee the volunteer efforts for the Association's community engagement initiatives. One of their key responsibilities will be to coordinate the existing Affinity Group meetings, discuss challenges and general topics of interest, and encourage further engagement and participation.

We are currently looking for an Action Team Chair to lead this group's efforts. If you are interested, apply here today!

ACCED-I Affinity Groups were established to provide members with opportunities to connect and network with other members who share a specific identity. Learn more and join one of the groups here.

Step into Leadership: Apply Now for an Action Team Position

We are looking for ACCED-I members interested in applying for Action Team leadership positions. These pivotal roles within ACCED-I are essential in advancing the Association's goals through collaborative efforts on specific objectives. Participation in an Action Team will help you develop your skills, grow professionally, and pave the way for future leadership positions within ACCED-I. Detailed descriptions of each Action Team's goals can be found here.

The following four (4) positions will become available March 2025:

CCEP Action Team Vice Chair
Leadership Development Action Team Vice Chair
Recognition Action Team Vice Chair
Community Engagement Action Team Chair - new!

Learn more about the responsibilities and qualifications, and apply by February 14, 2025 for full consideration.

Apply here

Join the Conversation

Collaborate with your colleagues at an upcoming 'roundtable' discussion. Bring your questions, solutions, and challenges to share with the group.

February 11th - Beyond Physical Accessibility

March 11th - Summer Outlook 2025

Countdown to the Annual Conference

The ACCED-I Annual Conference is just two months away! This highly anticipated event is packed with networking opportunities, an exciting Expo, and industry-leading education on the latest topics and trends in conferences, events, and higher education. Be inspired and learn best practices that you can take back to your institution in 2025. View the event schedule, register here, and start planning your time in Albuquerque.

Virtual Know Before You Go

Are you ready for an exciting time in Albuquerque, NM? Join your fellow attendees March 12th on Zoom and dive into all the amazing details of the upcoming ACCED-I 45th Annual Conference! Register here to save your spot!

Hotel Room blocks end in February

Take advantage of the discounted group rates for the 45th Annual Conference host hotels. The Clyde Hotel is offering a rate of $179 per night if booked by February 26th, and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Albuquerque room rate is $192 per night if booked by February 23rd. Reservations can be made 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.

Opportunity to Present at an Annual Conference Showcase

The ACCED-I Education Action team has expanded this year's Annual Conference agenda in Albuquerque by incorporating two additional showcase topics. We're looking for enthusiastic presenters to share a brief presentation on one of the following topics:

Event Showcase
Facilities Showcase
Marketing Showcase New!
Creative Solutions Showcase New!

Learn more and sign up

ACCED-I Career Center

Current job listings:

Connecticut

Yale University

Assistant Director of Events

Michigan

University of Michigan

Conferences and Summer Operations Manager

Rhode Island

Salve Regina University

Executive Director of Business Development for Auxiliary Services

South Carolina

Coastal Carolina University

Scheduling Assistant

Washington

Washington State University Vancouver

Auxiliary and Events Manager

Wisconsin

Administrative Assistant Director

University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee

Regional Events (Find your region )

Attend a regionally hosted networking call, cross-regional webinar, or in-person Drive-In to connect with colleagues and expand your industry knowledge.

Virtual Webinar - hosted by the LDAT - open to all Regions

*Important Date Change*

Treasure Hunt: A Search for Software | February 28, 2025 - 12:00pm - 1:30pm MT

Join us as we explore different options for scheduling and event registration systems. You just might leave with the satisfaction of finding exactly what you need in a sea of endless options.

This event (originally scheduled for January 31st) has been moved to February 28th to provide an enhanced experience. If you've already registered, you do not need to register again.

Networking Call

February 13, 2025 - 11:00am - 11:45am ET

Join your Region 2 colleagues for a networking call and Valentine's Trivia.

In-person Drive-Ins

February 7, 2025 - 9:00am - 3:00pm MT

Connect with peers, learn from leaders, and grow as a professional at this exciting workshop.

Location: Colorado School of Mines - Golden, CO

February 13 2025 - 10:00am - 2:00pm ET

Engage with colleagues to explore collaboration with Campus Partners. Who are the partners and how do you work through issues? Join members of Region 4 for an in-depth discussion on this topic.

Location: Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA

Corporate Event

Mastering Reports in Mazévo | January 30, 2025 - 1:00pm - 2:00pm MT

Join us for an in-depth webinar designed to help you make the most of Mazévo's powerful reporting tools! Whether you're a longtime Mazévo user or just getting started, this session will introduce you to the essential reports and data insights available in the system. Register here .

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.

Check out the latest conversations:

Summer Conferences & Co-Habitation Policies

EventCON - Training for On-Campus Event Planners

Music Streaming at Events

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