Academic Event Professional - AEP
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The Academic Event Professional (AEP) conference offers a unique experience for event planners from universities, colleges, and schools across the U.S. AEP presents educational and networking opportunities for like-minded professionals in the academic event arena. Conference attendees come to exchange ideas, experiences, and information with colleagues who face the same challenges in their day-to-day professional life.
01/21/2026
Conference Update:
We’ve officially sold out our initial hotel block‼️ However, we were able to work with the USC Hotel to secure a limited second block of rooms at $249++.
If you haven’t booked your room yet, now’s the time⏰! Use the NEW link below to access the “AEP Conference Attendees” block:
https://be.synxis.com/?adult=1&arrive=2026-02-28&chain=24206&child=0¤cy=USD&depart=2026-03-03&group=2602USCCRU_001&hotel=5374&level=hotel&locale=en-US&productcurrency=USD&rooms=1
We can’t wait to see you in LA🎉!
"These are my people!"
Last year at the AEP Conference, one attendee captured in four simple words what makes our community so special🧡. Whether you're a seasoned academic event professional or exploring AEP for the first time, you'll find your people here.
In March, we’ll be gathering again at the University of Southern California for tailored professional development, meaningful networking with fellow academic event professionals, and the chance to connect with vendors who understand your world, all while celebrating the ✨20th Anniversary ✨of the .
Ready to find your people!? We can't wait to see you there!
👉 Learn more: https://aep-edu.com/conference/
🎟️ Register to attend: https://web.cvent.com/event/0dbb99ce-449f-4665-97f3-0325b02d3817/register?environment=P2
01/12/2026
Ready to transform how your institution approaches internal events? Adam Rosen, USC's Associate Vice President of Cultural Relations and University Events, is bringing 20+ years of expertise to the 20th AEP Conference!🌟
His keynote, 🎤 "Scaling Impact: Developing a Strategy to Build a Robust Internal Events Team," is a masterclass in expanding your internal events function during times of organizational change.
With 📈300+ events managed annually at the University of Southern California and a career spanning Warner Bros., Mattel, and beyond, Adam brings real-world expertise to this AEP Conference kickoff session.
👉 Register now for the 20th AEP Conference and secure your spot for this must-attend keynote: aep-edu.com
New Year, new opportunities to GROW!
2026 is the perfect time to invest in YOUR professional development. Whether it’s sharpening your skills, gaining knowledge, or expanding your network…this is YOUR moment. And AEP is here for you!
With a full lineup of breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and expert panels, all designed to help you advance your event planning expertise, it’s a no-brainer.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of THE event for academic event pros!
🎟️ Register now: aep-edu.com
📆 March 1-2
📍University of Southern California, Los Angeles
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