Join career services, employer relations, workforce development, and talent management professionals from across Virginia for three days of learning, networking, partnership building and innovation.

VACE 2027 Conference Theme Announcement

You Spoke, We Listened!

The votes are in, and we are excited to announce the theme for the VACE 2027 Conference:

Together We Lead: Building Partnerships. Developing Talent. Creating Impact.

This theme reflects the powerful role that career services, employer relations, workforce development, and talent management professionals play in shaping the future of our students, institutions, organizations, and communities. Through meaningful partnerships, innovative programming, and a shared commitment to developing talent, we have the opportunity to create lasting impact across the Commonwealth and beyond.

Join us April 21-23, 2027, at the Fredericksburg Convention Center in Fredericksburg, Virginia, as VACE members come together to learn, collaborate, share best practices, and explore new ideas that advance our profession and support those we serve.

Mark Your Calendar

Conference registration, the hotel booking link, and the Call for Proposals will go live on Tuesday, December 1, 2026.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to the field, we encourage you to make plans to attend and consider submitting a conference proposal. We look forward to showcasing the experiences, insights, and innovative approaches that bring our conference theme to life.

Together, we will strengthen partnerships, develop talent, and create meaningful impact.

Save the Date:April 21-23, 2027
Location: Fredericksburg Convention Center, Fredericksburg, Virginia