2027 ACE ANNUAL CONFERENCE

June 8-10, 2027

Tampa, Florida


ACE 2027 Annual Conference

The countdown to the 2027 ACE Annual Conference has begun! Join us June 8–10, 2027, in Tampa, Florida, as we gather under the theme "Ignite, Imagine, Inspire."

Hosted at The Westin Tampa Waterside, the conference will feature engaging educational sessions, networking opportunities, and experiences designed to spark creativity and strengthen connections across the ACE community.

As planning continues, we'd love to hear from you! Throughout the year, you'll be invited to answer the question: "What ignites your creativity?" Your responses will become part of a special interactive display showcased at the conference.

Stay tuned for registration details, hotel information, the call for proposals, and other exciting updates. We can't wait to see you in Tampa!

Co-Chairs

    • Sonya Moore-Davis – Langston University in Oklahoma 

    • Amelia Davis – Florida A&M 

      Committee Members

              • Sandra Anderson – University of Florida
              • Kelsey Armstrong – Elon University
              • Lydian Bernhardt – North Carolina A&T State University
              • Alisa Boswell-Gore – Oklahoma State University
              • Kayla Braggs – University of Florida (Student)
              • Matt Browning – West Virginia State University
              • Max Esterhuizen – Virginia Tech
              • Rebecca Evans – Fort Valley State University
              • Marquinta Gonzalez – Fort Valley State University
              • Lori Greiner – Virginia Tech
              • Cassie Ann Kiggen – University of Georgia
              • Ali Lounis – Langston University
              • Olivia McClure – Louisiana State University
              • Tunyalee Martin – University of California
              • Trevior Mays – Prairie View A&M University
              • Lourdes Mederos – University of Florida
              • Justin Miller – Auburn University
              • Austin Moore – Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
              • Michelle Olgers – Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research
              • Chris Vivian – University of Florida
              • Larry Walker – Alcorn State University
              • Wendi Williams – Alabama A&M University

      Ex-officio & Liaisons 

        • Latasha Everson ACE President
        • Kay Ledbetter - ACE President-Elect
        • Jennifer Alexander ACE Development Officer
        • Julee Stephenson ACE Treasurer


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