REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
December 3-5, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton - Lawrence, KS
200 McDonald Dr, Lawrence, KS 66044
Elevate Your Team: Lead Boldly, Laugh Loudly, Soar High
Join industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers for an unforgettable experience at the 2025 Kansas Association of College and Employers (KACE) annual conference. Gain exclusive insights, network with peers, and explore the latest trends that will shape the future. Whether you're looking to level up your skills or make invaluable connections, this is the event you don't want to miss!
Hotel Accommodations
Book your room at the DoubleTree by November 3, 2025 by 11:59pm to receive the conference rate of $99 per night!
You may book online HERE!
Or call (785) 841-7077 to reserve!
Present at KACE 2025
We’re now accepting breakout session proposals and invite you to share your expertise!
Possible topics include:
- AI in career services or recruiting
- Best practices to showcase company culture
- Career center rebranding/restructuring
- Creative networking strategies
- Engaging students and employers in innovative ways
- Integrating and evaluating NACE competencies
- Recruitment strategies for hiring great employees
You'll need:
- Presenter bio(s) (100 words or less)
- Session title
- Session summary (100 words or less)
Please share this opportunity with colleagues in HR, recruiting, and career services!
Proposal Deadline: September 30 at 5 p.m.
Submit your proposal HERE.
KACE Award Nominations
Awards include:
- Career Services Member of the Year
- Employer Member of the Year
- Technology Award
- Brad Barackman Bridge Award…and more!
Nominations are not limited to contributions within KACE. View all the awards and descriptions.
Nomination Deadline: October 31 at 5 p.m.
Nominate a colleague for a KACE Award HERE.
Registration
KACE Member Registration: $225
Lawrence and Topeka SHRM Member Registration: $225 (use code provided)
Graduate Student Registration: $100
Non-member Registration: $275
2025 KACE Conference Agenda*
*Please note that this schedule is tentative and subject to adjustments in the final conference program.
Wednesday, December 3:
1:00pm-4:30pm Pre-Conference Industry Tours
5:00pm-5:30pm Break/Hotel Check-In
6:30pm-9:00pm Mix and Mingle: Dinner, Networking and Fun with KACE members
*Please note: Dinner will be the responsibility of the attendee.
Thursday, December 4:
8:00am-8:45am Registration/Check-in/Breakfast
8:30am-8:45am Welcome from KACE
8:45am-9:00am Introduction of New Members, Thanking Returning Members, and ROLL CALL!!
9:00am-10:15am Keynote #1 | Joel Zeff | Work Culture Expert
10:30am-11:20am Breakout Session #1
11:20am-1:00pm Lunch + KACE Awards & Business Meeting
1:00pm-1:50pm Roundtable Discussion | Networking
2:00pm - 2:50pm Breakout Session #2
2:50pm-3:00pm Break
3:00pm-3:50pm Breakout Session #3
4:00pm-4:15pm Day 1 Wrap-Up
6:00pm-9:00pm Dinner & Entertainment
Friday, December 5:
8:30am-9:15am Breakfast
9:00am- 9:15am Minutes at the Mic
9:15am- 10:45am Keynote 2 | Nate Bukaty | Sports Broadcaster - World Cup in KC Ambassador
11:00am-11:50am Breakout Session #4
11:50am-12:00pm Conference Wrap-Up, Evaluations, and Raffles
