October 24, 2026

Time
5:00 pm–​6:00 pm

ACEC/NAECE Staff Reception

Open to members of NAECE and invited guests only. The National Association of Engineering Council Executives (NAECE) is comprised of the chief staff executives from each of the 51 Member Organizations across ACEC's federation. NAECE's goal is to provide opportunities to enhance their abilities to deliver high quality service to their respective member firms.

October 25, 2026

Time
4:45 pm–​5:45 pm

DPC Reception

This private event is only open to the individual DPC member, Alternate with their plus ones, and invited guests.

5:15 pm–​6:15 pm

Women’s Leadership Forum Reception

Open to all Full and Sunday Daily attendees.

6:00 pm–​7:00 pm

Welcome Reception

The Welcome Reception kicks off the Conference with an evening of networking, conversation, and celebration. It is a chance to reconnect with colleagues, meet new faces, and set the tone for the days ahead in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Open to all Full, Sunday Daily, and Guest attendees.

October 26, 2026

Time
4:15 pm–​5:15 pm

Fellows Honorees Reception

Join us for an evening of recognition, connection, and shared achievement. This celebratory reception welcomes all ACEC award honorees, scholarship recipients, new and current Fellows, and their invited guests to celebrate excellence in engineering and the accomplishments of leaders across the profession. Enjoy an evening of networking, camaraderie, and fellowship with colleagues from across the…

5:00 pm–​6:00 pm

Reception with Exhibitors

Open to all registered Full, Monday Daily, and Guest Attendees. The Reception with Exhibitors brings the exhibit hall to life with an evening of networking, conversation, and discovery. Mingle with industry partners, explore new products and services, and enjoy a relaxed social atmosphere as the Conference community comes together. It is the perfect blend of…

5:15 pm–​6:15 pm

Committee of Past Chairs Reception

Open to members of the Committee of Past Chairs and invited guests only.

5:30 pm–​6:30 pm

SEI/Pathways Reception

Open to registered Pathways to Executive Leadership attendees and past Pathways and Senior Executive Institute (SEI) graduates only.

October 27, 2026

Time
5:00 pm–​6:30 pm