Scholarship Recipients at Fall Conference
Welcome to Phoenix
Congratulations on being named a 2026 ACEC Research Institute scholarship recipient!
We’re excited to welcome scholarship recipients to the 2026 ACEC Fall Conference, October 25–28 in Phoenix, Arizona. During your time at Fall Conference, you’ll have the opportunity to meet engineering industry leaders, connect with fellow scholarship recipients, explore the exhibit hall, hear from nationally recognized speakers, and be recognized as part of ACEC’s celebration of the next generation of engineering talent.
Below, you’ll find important information to help you make the most of your Fall Conference experience.
Scholarship Recipient Schedule
Events marked Required are part of the official scholarship recipient program.
Monday, October 26
- Exhibit Hall
- Explore the Fall Conference exhibit hall and meet companies and organizations serving the engineering industry.
- ACEC College of Fellows Honorees Reception (4:15–5:15 p.m.)
- As a scholarship winner, you’re invited to join the ACEC College of Fellows and fellow award recipients being recognized at Fall Conference for a special reception. Meet and celebrate alongside leaders, honorees, and emerging talent from across the engineering community.
- Reception with Exhibitors (5:00–6:00 p.m.)
- Connect with attendees and exhibitors from across the engineering industry.
Tuesday, October 27
- Breakfast with Exhibitors (7:00–8:00 a.m.)
- NCEES Scholarship Recipient Breakfast (7:00–8:00 a.m.)
For NCEES Scholarship recipients only- NCEES scholarship recipients are invited to a special breakfast with NCEES and ACEC Research Institute leadership. Photos will be taken during the breakfast, so please plan accordingly.
- General Session (8:00–9:00 a.m.)
- Start the day with the Fall Conference General Session and hear from leaders tackling the issues shaping engineering firms and the broader business environment.
- Education & Partner Sessions
- Explore sessions throughout the morning covering business, leadership, technology, workforce, advocacy, and other issues affecting the engineering industry.
- Required: Awards Lunch Rehearsal (Time: To Be Announced)
- All scholarship recipients participating in the Awards Lunch recognition must attend a brief rehearsal prior to the program. We’ll walk through staging, timing, and everything you need to know before the event.
- Required: ACEC Awards Lunch (11:30 a.m.–1:45 p.m.)
Dress Code: Business Attire- Join ACEC leaders and Fall Conference attendees as we celebrate outstanding individuals across the engineering industry—including the ACEC Research Institute’s scholarship recipients.
Make the Most of Fall Conference
Get a Professional Headshot
Stop by the complimentary self-service headshot booth near the Exhibit Hall for a professional photo perfect for LinkedIn, your résumé, and more.
The booth can be popular during breaks, so anticipate a line and plan accordingly. Give yourself plenty of time before your next event.
Meet the Engineering Community
Fall Conference brings together engineering firm executives, emerging leaders, industry partners, and professionals from across the country. Scholarship recipients are encouraged to introduce themselves, ask questions, and take advantage of the opportunity to learn from people working throughout the engineering profession
Explore the Exhibit Hall
Visit the Fall Conference exhibitors to discover the technology, services, and resources engineering firms use every day. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about the business side of engineering and the wide variety of career paths available within the industry.
Share Your Story
Interested in joining the Engineering Influence podcast while you’re in Phoenix? Opportunities for scholarship recipients to participate are being developed now.
More information coming soon.