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Partnering Stage   •   Sample schedule

Strategic influence
starts here.

You’re contributing to executive decision-making, managing complex projects, and building your reputation as a trusted advisor. This schedule puts your highest-value sessions front and center.

What the Partnering stage means for your week

At this stage, you’re not just executing — you’re shaping. Sessions here focus on executive partnership, strategic communication, emotional intelligence, and the technical fluency that signals readiness to lead.

Please note, the schedule below includes all sessions you could benefit from and gives many options for you to choose from at this stage in your career.

Registration Required

Premium Membership

Certification Sessions

All Pass Types Welcome

General Session

Open Sessions

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Sat Sep 12
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Attendee Services & Badge Pick-Up

Attendee Services
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Sun Sep 13
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Attendee Services & Badge Pick-Up

Attendee Services
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sun Sep 13
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Breakfast (For Certification and Premium Pass Holders Only)

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Sun Sep 13
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Sun Sep 13
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

PREMIUM WORKSHOP: AI for EA's

PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Premium WorkshopPre-registration is required.
Technology & Innovation
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Fiona Young
Sun Sep 13
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Braindates

Braindates
Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

APC Welcome

Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sun Sep 13
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM

How to Make the Most of APC

Networking
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM
Leah Warwick
Reji Johnson
Mon Sep 14
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Breakfast

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Mon Sep 14
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

Braindates
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Mon Sep 14
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Welcome Remarks

All Career Stages
General Session
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Peggy Vasquez
Mon Sep 14
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

HEADLINER - Momentum in the Mess: What Disruption Teaches Us

All Career Stages
General Session
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Rashida Jones
Mon Sep 14
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Coffee Break

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Mon Sep 14
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

🔁 Owning the Flow of Work: Designing the Full Meeting Lifecycle

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Melissa Peoples

🔁 How to Use AI and Agents Across the Scheduling and Meetings Workflow

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Fiona Young

🔁 Negotiation: Speak to Value, Practice the Conversation, Build Confidence

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Peggy Vasquez

🔁 Positioning Yourself as a Strategic Partner: How Administrative Professionals Build Influence, Trust, and Organizational Impact

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Angie Dodge

🔁 Emotional Intelligence for Admin Professional Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Cherron Castillo

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Mon Sep 14
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Mon Sep 14
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Owning the Flow of Work: Designing the Full Meeting Lifecycle

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Melissa Peoples

How to Use AI and Agents Across the Scheduling and Meetings Workflow

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Fiona Young

Negotiation: Speak to Value, Practice the Conversation, Build Confidence

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Peggy Vasquez

Positioning Yourself as a Strategic Partner: How Administrative Professionals Build Influence, Trust, and Organizational Impact

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Angie Dodge

Emotional Intelligence for Admin Professional Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Cherron Castillo
Mon Sep 14
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Coffee Break

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Mon Sep 14
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Jodie Mears

🔁 Leveraging Generational Strengths at Work

PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Cherron Castillo

🔁 How to Get C-Suite Mentorships

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Layna Castle
Tue Sep 15
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Breakfast

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

Braindates
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Tue Sep 15
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

🔁 Risk Signals: How Executive Admins Spot and Mitigate Risk Before It Escalates

Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Meg Steinschauer

🔁 Advanced Excel Mastery for Administrative Professionals: Automate, Analyze, and Elevate Your Work

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Chris Menard

🔁 Invisible to Invaluable: Owning Your Brand as the Go-To Professional

Career Growth & Personal Branding
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Peggy Vasquez

🔁 Mastering Tough Talks: Dealing with Difficult People and Crucial

Communication & Operations
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Mary Ritz
Tue Sep 15
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Risk Signals: How Executive Admins Spot and Mitigate Risk Before It Escalates

Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Meg Steinschauer

Advanced Excel Mastery for Administrative Professionals: Automate, Analyze, and Elevate Your Work

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Chris Menard

From Logistics to Liability: Advanced Contract & Financial Risk Management

Communication & Operations
Lab
LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Darcy Bennet

Invisible to Invaluable: Owning Your Brand as the Go-To Professional

Career Growth & Personal Branding
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Peggy Vasquez

Beyond the Launchpad: Advanced Gemini Strategies inside Google Workspace

Masterclass
Technology & Innovation
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Debra Coleman

Mastering Tough Talks: Dealing with Difficult People and Crucial

Communication & Operations
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Mary Ritz
Tue Sep 15
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

Masterclass
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Jodie Mears

Leveraging Generational Strengths at Work

PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Cherron Castillo

How to Get C-Suite Mentorships

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Layna Castle
Tue Sep 15
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

Coffee Break

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
3:30 PM - 3:55 PM

ASAP Awards

All Career Stages
General Session
3:30 PM - 3:55 PM
Leah Warwick
Tue Sep 15
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM

Remarks by Title Sponsor - Edible

All Career Stages
General Session
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
Matthew Walls
Tue Sep 15
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Hot Takes: State of the Profession

All Career Stages
General Session
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Leah Warwick
Lindsay Robinson
Angie Dodge
Tue Sep 15
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Grand Ole APC Social

Networking
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed Sep 16
7:30 AM - 9:15 AM

Breakfast

7:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Wed Sep 16
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wed Sep 16
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

🔁 Setting Boundaries Without Losing Your Edge: Sustainable Success in High-Demand Roles

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Lindsay Robinson

🔁 Leadership & Influence Without a Title: How Admins Drive Organizational Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Cherron Castillo

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
Technology & Innovation
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Wed Sep 16
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM

Coffee Break

9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Wed Sep 16
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Setting Boundaries Without Losing Your Edge: Sustainable Success in High-Demand Roles

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Lindsay Robinson

Leadership & Influence Without a Title: How Admins Drive Organizational Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Cherron Castillo
Sun Sep 13
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Attendee Services & Badge Pick-Up

Attendee Services
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sun Sep 13
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Breakfast (For Certification and Premium Pass Holders Only)

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Sun Sep 13
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Sun Sep 13
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

PREMIUM WORKSHOP: AI for EA's

PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Premium WorkshopPre-registration is required.
Technology & Innovation
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Fiona Young
Sun Sep 13
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Braindates

Braindates
Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

APC Welcome

Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sun Sep 13
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM

How to Make the Most of APC

Networking
5:00 PM - 5:20 PM
Leah Warwick
Reji Johnson
Mon Sep 14
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Breakfast

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Mon Sep 14
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

Braindates
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Mon Sep 14
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Welcome Remarks

All Career Stages
General Session
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Peggy Vasquez
Mon Sep 14
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

HEADLINER - Momentum in the Mess: What Disruption Teaches Us

All Career Stages
General Session
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Rashida Jones
Mon Sep 14
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Coffee Break

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Mon Sep 14
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

🔁 Owning the Flow of Work: Designing the Full Meeting Lifecycle

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Melissa Peoples

🔁 How to Use AI and Agents Across the Scheduling and Meetings Workflow

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Fiona Young

🔁 Negotiation: Speak to Value, Practice the Conversation, Build Confidence

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Peggy Vasquez

🔁 Positioning Yourself as a Strategic Partner: How Administrative Professionals Build Influence, Trust, and Organizational Impact

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Angie Dodge

🔁 Emotional Intelligence for Admin Professional Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Cherron Castillo

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Mon Sep 14
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Mon Sep 14
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Owning the Flow of Work: Designing the Full Meeting Lifecycle

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Melissa Peoples

How to Use AI and Agents Across the Scheduling and Meetings Workflow

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Fiona Young

Negotiation: Speak to Value, Practice the Conversation, Build Confidence

Communication & Operations
Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Peggy Vasquez

Positioning Yourself as a Strategic Partner: How Administrative Professionals Build Influence, Trust, and Organizational Impact

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Angie Dodge

Emotional Intelligence for Admin Professional Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Cherron Castillo
Mon Sep 14
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Coffee Break

2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Mon Sep 14
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Jodie Mears

🔁 Leveraging Generational Strengths at Work

PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Cherron Castillo

🔁 How to Get C-Suite Mentorships

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Layna Castle
Tue Sep 15
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Breakfast

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

Braindates
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Tue Sep 15
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

🔁 Risk Signals: How Executive Admins Spot and Mitigate Risk Before It Escalates

Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Meg Steinschauer

🔁 Advanced Excel Mastery for Administrative Professionals: Automate, Analyze, and Elevate Your Work

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Chris Menard

🔁 Invisible to Invaluable: Owning Your Brand as the Go-To Professional

Career Growth & Personal Branding
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Peggy Vasquez

🔁 Mastering Tough Talks: Dealing with Difficult People and Crucial

Communication & Operations
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Mary Ritz
Tue Sep 15
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Risk Signals: How Executive Admins Spot and Mitigate Risk Before It Escalates

Lab
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Meg Steinschauer

Advanced Excel Mastery for Administrative Professionals: Automate, Analyze, and Elevate Your Work

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Technology & Innovation
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Chris Menard

From Logistics to Liability: Advanced Contract & Financial Risk Management

Communication & Operations
Lab
LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Darcy Bennet

Invisible to Invaluable: Owning Your Brand as the Go-To Professional

Career Growth & Personal Branding
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Peggy Vasquez

Beyond the Launchpad: Advanced Gemini Strategies inside Google Workspace

Masterclass
Technology & Innovation
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Debra Coleman

Mastering Tough Talks: Dealing with Difficult People and Crucial

Communication & Operations
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Mary Ritz
Tue Sep 15
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

Masterclass
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Jodie Mears

Leveraging Generational Strengths at Work

PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Cherron Castillo

How to Get C-Suite Mentorships

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Layna Castle
Tue Sep 15
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM

Coffee Break

2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
3:30 PM - 3:55 PM

ASAP Awards

All Career Stages
General Session
3:30 PM - 3:55 PM
Leah Warwick
Tue Sep 15
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM

Remarks by Title Sponsor - Edible

All Career Stages
General Session
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
Matthew Walls
Tue Sep 15
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Hot Takes: State of the Profession

All Career Stages
General Session
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Leah Warwick
Lindsay Robinson
Angie Dodge
Tue Sep 15
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Grand Ole APC Social

Networking
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wed Sep 16
7:30 AM - 9:15 AM

Breakfast

7:30 AM - 9:15 AM
Wed Sep 16
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wed Sep 16
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

🔁 Setting Boundaries Without Losing Your Edge: Sustainable Success in High-Demand Roles

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Lindsay Robinson

🔁 Leadership & Influence Without a Title: How Admins Drive Organizational Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Cherron Castillo

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
SupportingFor all, but geared toward those in the 'Supporting' stage and going into the 'Partnering' stage of their career
Technology & Innovation
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Neil Malek
Denise Tsamouris
Wed Sep 16
9:45 AM - 10:15 AM

Coffee Break

9:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Wed Sep 16
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Setting Boundaries Without Losing Your Edge: Sustainable Success in High-Demand Roles

LeadingFor those already in the 'Leading' stage of their career and with more advanced knowledge in this skill area
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Roundtable
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Lindsay Robinson

Leadership & Influence Without a Title: How Admins Drive Organizational Success

Masterclass
PartneringFor those in the 'Partnering' stage and going into the 'Leading' stage of their career, with more intermediate knowledge in this skill area
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Cherron Castillo

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Earn Your MOS Certification

The Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate is your credential at this stage — validate your technical proficiency with a globally recognized credential.

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Consider EA Ignite

EA Ignite Spring and Fall are purpose-built for Partnering and Leading-stage professionals — your natural next step after APC.

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4

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Certifications at This Stage

MOS: Microsoft Office Specialist Associate

3-day intensive covering Excel, Word & PowerPoint. Globally recognized credential.

Partnering Stage

Nova Chief of Staff Certification

Your next credential when you're ready to move into the Leading stage.

Leading Stage — Up Next

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EA Ignite | Empowered by ASAP

EA Ignite - Spring & Fall

Ready to move toward Partnering? EA Ignite Spring and Fall are focused events for upper Supporting through Leading-stage professionals.

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