WEDNESDAY, MAY 14 

8:00-4:00

Registration Open

9:00-9:15

Conference Welcome and Kick-Off

9:15-10:30

2025, a challenging year for Early Career Recruiting, how will it redefine the future?

• From skyrocketing AI-driven application volumes to mounting DEI pressures—all within the constraints of shrinking budgets—even the most elite University Recruiting programs will be tested this year. How teams respond to these challenges, proactively or re-actively, will undoubtedly shape the future of recruiting. Attend to hear data and resources from Veris Insights on the new dynamics of Early Career Recruiting!

10:30-12:00

Employer Visits (registration required)

10:30-11:30

Regional Networking Meetings

12:00-12:15

Lunch and Opening Keynote

1:30-3:00

So you Want to be a Boss? Mid-Level Manager Programming

• This moderated panel and roundtable session will equip participants with essential knowledge and meaningful insights to help them reflect on their future by learning directly from seasoned professionals who have found success in their career journey. Although this session is open to all, it is most relevant for career development professionals who are at the middle-level of their career, and for corporate professionals who also find themselves at the middle-level of their career. Come prepared to learn on how to elevate your leadership to the next level from both corporate and career development leaders!
  

3:00-5:00

Philanthropy Project - Impact AVL

5:00-5:45

NC A-List Meet & Greet (New/First Time Attendees)

6:00-8:00

Networking Dinners or Dinner on Your Own

7:30-8:30

Social Activities: Asheville Drink Crawl or Game Night Networking

8:30-11:00

Hospitality Suite Open

THURSDAY, MAY 15

7:00-8:00

Renew & Rise Walk

7:30-9:00

Registration Open

8:00-9:00

Breakfast

Mentor/Mentee Meet Up

Director's Meeting

9:15-10:15

Breakout Session #1

• From Reflection to Automation: Guiding Authenticity in the AI-Era of Applications
• From College to Career: Supporting Neurodiversity for Students, Professionals, and Employers - *Submitted for NBCC approval. More details here
• Leading from the Middle: Applying The 360 Degree Leader in Career Development Centers
• Leveraging Data-Driven Strategies: ECSU's Journey to First Destination Survey Success
• Collaborating for Careers: Faculty-Career Services Partnerships in Computer Science and Data Science at UNC Chapel Hill
• Using Coaching & Feedback as Your Secret Weapon for Professional Growth - *Submitted for NBCC approval. More details here

10:30-11:30

Breakout Session #2

• Reimagining Career Development Events: Enhancing Engagement Through Interactive Elements and Employer Collaboration
• Using Data to Inform Your Campus Engagement Strategy
• Driving Student Engagement using a Flexible Career Development Certificate Program - *Submitted for NBCC approval. More details here
• Classroom to Corporate: Student Do's & Don'ts
• Real Talk: A candid conversation with leaders on elevating In your career
• From Barriers to Breakthroughs: Empowering Students for Career Readiness Through Experiential Learning and Career Agility

12:00-1:30

Lunch, NCACE Business Meeting, Awards

1:45-2:45

Breakout Session #3

• The AI Advantage: Renewing Career Practices, Rising Toward Efficiency and Effectiveness - *Submitted for NBCC approval. More details here
• The Lost Art of Eye Contact and Other Competencies - *Submitted for NBCC approval. More details here
• Demystifying the Recruiter Experience with an ATS Simulation
• Unity in Diversity: Lessons from Asheville's DEI Champions
• Early Career Recruitment: School Selection Strategies - The Why Behind the Where
• LEARN with Life After Wake: Extending Career Support to Meet Ever-Changing Needs

3:00-4:30

Mix, Mingle & Make and Impact - connect with fellow NCACErs who are passionate about creating welcoming spaces for students and employers alike.

5:00-7:00

Dinner on Your Own

7:30-9:00

President's Reception-All Welcome!

9:00-11:00

Hospitality Suite Open

FRIDAY, MAY 16

8:30

2026 Conference Site Reveal

 

8:30-9:45

Breakfast with Keynote

10:00-11:00

Roundtable Discussions

11:00-12:00

Employer Expo