EVENTS
Hotel Information
James F Martin Inn | 230 Madren Center Dr, Clemson, SC
Complimentary parking included in the room block.
Block available for Tuesday, April 7th and Wednesday, April 8th. Rooms must be reserved by March 27th.
All Conference Sessions will be held in the Madren Conference Center on the Clemson University campus. On site parking will be available at no cost to attendees with more details to follow for registrants.
Conference Overview
Join us for active exploration of Applied Generative AI and its defining impact on the future of work and career development.
The morning will feature a keynote address and panel discussions with industry professionals, focusing on the practical application and key factors of Generative AI in the workplace.
In the afternoon, choose from a variety of breakout sessions to deepen your skills and explore specific career paths in Generative AI.
A catered boxed lunch will be provided.
Schedule At A Glance
April 8
9 to 9:30 am Registration Check-in and Networking
Networking and Light Refreshments
9:30 to 10 am Welcome and Kickoff
10 am to 11 am Keynote Speaker
11:10 to 11:50 Concurrent Sessions (4)
12 to 12:30 pm Lunch
12:30 to 1:15 pm Round Table Discussions
1:30 to 2:15 pm Student Panel
2:30 to 4:45 pm Applied AI Concurrent Sessions (4 to 6)
5 to 5:30 pm Closing Remarks
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Symposium Partners:
Symposium Sponsors:
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SCACE Annual Conference 2026
The SCACE Board and the 2026 Conference Committee are thrilled to announce that our annual conference takes us to Columbia, SC, in the heart of our beautiful state.
Dates: May 27 - 29, 2026
Venue: Hilton Columbia 924 Senate Street, Columbia, SC 29201 • 803-744-7800
Theme: Centered on Success Developing Tomorrow's Workforce
Conference Rates:
Early Bird registration: (register by March 1)
Member – $160
Non-member – $210
Other ACE Member – $185
Regular Registration: (register after March 1)
Member – $200
Non-Member – $250
Other Ace Member – $220
New Member Package:
Includes SCACE Membership AND Conference Registration - $175
Exhibitor:
Member – $400
Non Member – $600
Other:
Student Registration – $50 Single Day (Thursday) – $110
Conference registration fee includes:
(a complete schedule will be published in early spring)
Hilton Columbia Hotel Reservations:
SCACE Philanthropy Partnerships (Coming Soon)
Thank You to our Sponsors! (Coming Soon)
