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May 21, 2025

Board President's Message - Nancy Martin

Plausible Futures in a BANI Environment

We are a talented, resourceful, intelligent, and innovative community.

And that’s just the beginning.

One of our greatest strengths—as individuals and as a collective—is our ability to thrive amid chaos. Whether it's navigating events, summer conferences, revenue challenges, managing professional and student staff, COVID protocols, the enrollment cliff, or federal funding cuts, we consistently rise to the occasion. Even now, as we face uncertainty about the future, we continue to move forward with resilience, clarity, and determination.

Last Wednesday through Friday, Karen and I had the opportunity to return to Albuquerque for the CHEMA (Council for Higher Education Management Associations) meeting. There, we joined colleagues from other leading associations—including ACPA, NODA, ACUI, APPA, and more—to discuss the evolving landscape of higher education. Together, we explored the plausible futures of our field and the enduring relevance of higher education associations in what many are calling a BANI world: Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible. More

ACCED-I Events & News

We Need Your Feedback!

Please take a few minutes to fill out the latest 2-Minute Survey, Budget Impacts on Departmental Operations. Your feedback will help us plan upcoming ACCED-I events and educational opportunities. By participating you'll ensure that we can better meet your needs and continue to support your future goals. Thank you for your valuable input!

Take Survey

Help us Plan the Annual Conference!

Join the hospitality committee for next year's ACCED-I Annual Conference in Louisville, Kentucky! As a committee member, you're invited to the planning meeting on August 14th - 15th at the Omni Louisville Hotel. You'll get to tour the event space and start outlining the exciting hospitality activities for next year's conference. The committee plays a crucial role in organizing informal gatherings, social engagement, the Act of Caring, the on-site welcome, and much more. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference!

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Get Your Job Listing in Front of the Right Candidates

The ACCED-I Career Center is the go-to career hub for professional candidates - making it the ideal place to reach your next great hire. Learn how you can boost visibility and engagement with your job postings. More

New CCEP Meet-Up Schedule

Attend a CCEP Monthly Meet-Up to connect, network, and gain support on your CCEP journey. Calendar invitations are emailed to all CCEP candidates and designees a month prior to event.

June 26 - Volunteerism and Professional Endeavors

August 21 - Mentorship

September 25 - Goal Setting

October 23 - CAS Standards

November 20 - Breaking Down the Workbook Questions

December 11 - Holiday Social

Looking to increase your knowledge and elevate your individual performance in the industry? Learn more about CCEP certification here.

Don't Miss the Region 2 Event

You're invited to attend the Region 2 Virtual Social Hour: We're Fine. Everything's Fine.

June 11th - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET - Register here.

Current Job Listings

California

Chapman University

Ticketing Supervisor

Iowa

Iowa State University Memorial Union

Audiovisual Services Coordinator

Nebraska

Creighton University

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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

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