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About

The AEP Conference provides a rare opportunity for academic event planners to receive tailored professional development, network with one another, and visit vendors specializing in products for academic environments.

When

March 1-2, 2026

Where

University of Southern California

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About the 2026 Conference

2026 Conference Location

The 2026 AEP Conference will take place March 1-2, 2026 in Los Angeles, California on the campus of the University of Southern California.

Check back later this year to explore the full lineup of breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and expert panels, all designed to help you advance your event planning expertise.

Check back in later this year to review session descriptions in the conference session abstracts and learn more about our conference speakers!

Attendee Policy: Academic Event Professional (AEP) is an organization created and managed by academic event professionals for the benefit of providing educational and networking opportunities. Attendance at the AEP Conference is limited primarily to event professionals employed directly by, or emeriti of education institutions and sponsors of the AEP Conference.

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CANCELLATION POLICY: Any cancellations 60 days out are eligible for a full refund, 30 days out will receive a 50% refund, and cancellations within 30 days of the conference will have funds applied to 2027 AEP conference registration.

We’re working on securing the perfect spot for your 2026 AEP Conference stay. Check back later this year for all the details on our official room block—you won’t want to miss it!

Need help discussing the benefits of the conference with your boss? We’ve prepared a template letter to get you started.
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Conference
Sponsors

The AEP Conference gives you the opportunity to meet face-to-face with our industry’s premiere suppliers who are here to assist in your event planning process.

Our conference sponsors are our biggest supporters, and once you meet them you will understand why they are product leaders in the academic market.

Meet Our Sponsors

What People Are Saying

"AEP has provided me with an invaluable network of colleagues who understand the nuances of events in higher education and tried and true concepts and ideas that I have been able to bring back to my university."
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Mandi C.
"There are few opportunities that provide academic event planners and producers the opportunity to engage with peers in similar roles in higher education. This community is one where I truly find that I have found 'my people.'"
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Meg U.
"Attending the Academic Event Professional Conference is invaluable for gaining fresh insights, networking with industry leaders, and enhancing the strategic planning of university events."
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Jenny J.

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Event Registration

$ 975
  • Want to register multiple people from the same institution? Contact us at info@aep-edu.com.
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