September 13-16, 2026 | Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center | Nashville, TN

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Supporting Stage   •   Sample schedule

Deeper Skills.
Bigger Contributions.

You’re building autonomy and operating with more strategic intent. This schedule pulls the sessions most aligned to where you are — and gives you a clear view of what the Partnering stage looks like.

What the Supporting stage means for your week

As someone in the Supporting Stage, you’re building autonomy and operating with more strategic intent. You’ve mastered the fundamentals and you’re taking on increasingly complex, higher-stakes work. Sessions here focus on communication, project management, technology fluency, and the early foundations of strategic partnership — while giving you a clear view of what comes next.

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
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

PACE Prep Course

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Sun Sep 13
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

PREMIUM WORKSHOP: Project Management Essentials

Communication & Operations
Premium WorkshopPre-registration is required.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sun Sep 13
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Braindate Lounge

BraindatesKnowledge-sharing conversations that you book with others to have one-on-one or in small groups on-site in the Braindate Lounge. They’re the best way to brainstorm, solve challenges, and share expertise or experiences while connecting with new (brilliant!) people.
Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

APC Welcome

Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mon Sep 14
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Continental Breakfast

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mon Sep 14
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

🔁 Performance Reviews, Raises, and Bonuses You Deserve

Career Growth & Personal Branding
Early Bird Breakout
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

🔁 Unlocking Innovation: Mastering Creative Problem Solving for Smarter Solutions

Early Bird Breakout
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
Mon Sep 14
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

BraindatesKnowledge-sharing conversations that you book with others to have one-on-one or in small groups on-site in the Braindate Lounge. They’re the best way to brainstorm, solve challenges, and share expertise or experiences while connecting with new (brilliant!) people.
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Mon Sep 14
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Welcome Remarks

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Mon Sep 14
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

HEADLINER - Momentum in the Mess: What Disruption Teaches Us

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Mon Sep 14
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Mon Sep 14
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

🔁 LAB: From Data to Decisions: Stop Sending Spreadsheets Leaders Can't Use

LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

🔁 From Resistance to Resilience: Learning to Bend but Not Break During Times of Change

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

PACE Prep Course

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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

LAB: From Data to Decisions: Stop Sending Spreadsheets Leaders Can't Use

LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

From Resistance to Resilience: Learning to Bend but Not Break During Times of Change

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Mon Sep 14
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Mon Sep 14
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 ROUNDTABLE: Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

🔁 The Meeting Machine: Build a Meeting Culture That Runs Itself

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 ROUNDTABLE: Breaking Into Executive Support: Your Roadmap to EA Success

Career Growth & Personal Branding
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

🔁 Confident and Assertive: The Toolkit for Standing Strong

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Continental Breakfast

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

Performance Reviews, Raises, and Bonuses You Deserve

Communication & Operations
Early Bird Breakout
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

Unlocking Innovation: Mastering Creative Problem Solving for Smarter Solutions

Early Bird Breakout
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
Tue Sep 15
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

BraindatesKnowledge-sharing conversations that you book with others to have one-on-one or in small groups on-site in the Braindate Lounge. They’re the best way to brainstorm, solve challenges, and share expertise or experiences while connecting with new (brilliant!) people.
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

PACE Prep Course

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

🔁 Write It Once: Communication That Gets Results

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

LAB: From Logistics to Liability: Building Your Event Strategy Foundation

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
Communication & Operations
LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Level Up Your Launchpad: A Foundational Guide to Gemini in Google Workspace

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Tue Sep 15
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Write It Once: Communication That Gets Results

MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Tue Sep 15
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

ROUNDTABLE: Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

The Meeting Machine: Build a Meeting Culture That Runs Itself

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

ROUNDTABLE: Breaking Into Executive Support: Your Roadmap to EA Success

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
Career Growth & Personal Branding
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Confident and Assertive: The Toolkit for Standing Strong

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
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 SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
3:30 PM - 3:55 PM
Tue Sep 15
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM

Remarks by Title Sponsor - Edible

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Hot Takes & Hard Data: The State of the Profession

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Grand Ole APC Social

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

Continental Breakfast

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Wed Sep 16
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Attendee Services

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

🔁 ROI Fluency: Mastering the Language and Liability of Events

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

🔁 LAB: From Learning to Impact: Turn Your APC Experience into ROI, Confidence & Action

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

PACE Certification - Office Hours

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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

ROI Fluency: Mastering the Language and Liability of Events

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

LAB: From Learning to Impact: Turn Your APC Experience into ROI, Confidence & Action

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
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
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM

PACE Prep Course

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Sun Sep 13
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

PREMIUM WORKSHOP: Project Management Essentials

Communication & Operations
Premium WorkshopPre-registration is required.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sun Sep 13
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Braindate Lounge

BraindatesKnowledge-sharing conversations that you book with others to have one-on-one or in small groups on-site in the Braindate Lounge. They’re the best way to brainstorm, solve challenges, and share expertise or experiences while connecting with new (brilliant!) people.
Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

APC Welcome

Networking
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Mon Sep 14
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Continental Breakfast

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mon Sep 14
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

🔁 Performance Reviews, Raises, and Bonuses You Deserve

Career Growth & Personal Branding
Early Bird Breakout
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

🔁 Unlocking Innovation: Mastering Creative Problem Solving for Smarter Solutions

Early Bird Breakout
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
Mon Sep 14
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

BraindatesKnowledge-sharing conversations that you book with others to have one-on-one or in small groups on-site in the Braindate Lounge. They’re the best way to brainstorm, solve challenges, and share expertise or experiences while connecting with new (brilliant!) people.
8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Mon Sep 14
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Welcome Remarks

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM
Mon Sep 14
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

HEADLINER - Momentum in the Mess: What Disruption Teaches Us

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Mon Sep 14
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Mon Sep 14
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

🔁 LAB: From Data to Decisions: Stop Sending Spreadsheets Leaders Can't Use

LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

🔁 From Resistance to Resilience: Learning to Bend but Not Break During Times of Change

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

PACE Prep Course

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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

LAB: From Data to Decisions: Stop Sending Spreadsheets Leaders Can't Use

LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

From Resistance to Resilience: Learning to Bend but Not Break During Times of Change

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Mon Sep 14
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
Mon Sep 14
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 ROUNDTABLE: Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

🔁 The Meeting Machine: Build a Meeting Culture That Runs Itself

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM

🔁 ROUNDTABLE: Breaking Into Executive Support: Your Roadmap to EA Success

Career Growth & Personal Branding
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

🔁 Confident and Assertive: The Toolkit for Standing Strong

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Continental Breakfast

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Attendee Services

Attendee Services
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

Performance Reviews, Raises, and Bonuses You Deserve

Communication & Operations
Early Bird Breakout
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM

Unlocking Innovation: Mastering Creative Problem Solving for Smarter Solutions

Early Bird Breakout
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
7:45 AM - 8:30 AM
Tue Sep 15
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Braindate Lounge

BraindatesKnowledge-sharing conversations that you book with others to have one-on-one or in small groups on-site in the Braindate Lounge. They’re the best way to brainstorm, solve challenges, and share expertise or experiences while connecting with new (brilliant!) people.
8:00 AM - 3:30 PM

PACE Prep Course

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

🔁 Write It Once: Communication That Gets Results

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

LAB: From Logistics to Liability: Building Your Event Strategy Foundation

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
Communication & Operations
LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Level Up Your Launchpad: A Foundational Guide to Gemini in Google Workspace

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Tue Sep 15
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM

Write It Once: Communication That Gets Results

MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Tue Sep 15
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Tue Sep 15
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Foundations of Corporate Governance for Executive Assistants

MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
Strategic Partnership & Leadership
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

ROUNDTABLE: Meetings That Move Work Forward

Communication & Operations
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

The Meeting Machine: Build a Meeting Culture That Runs Itself

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

ROUNDTABLE: Breaking Into Executive Support: Your Roadmap to EA Success

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
Career Growth & Personal Branding
RoundtableRoundtables are collaborative environments for peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and open discussions.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM

Confident and Assertive: The Toolkit for Standing Strong

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
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 SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
3:30 PM - 3:55 PM
Tue Sep 15
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM

Remarks by Title Sponsor - Edible

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
3:55 PM - 4:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Hot Takes & Hard Data: The State of the Profession

All Career Stages
General SessionThe heart of the event, where all attendees come together to engage with expert speakers.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tue Sep 15
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Grand Ole APC Social

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

Continental Breakfast

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Wed Sep 16
8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Attendee Services

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

🔁 ROI Fluency: Mastering the Language and Liability of Events

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

🔁 LAB: From Learning to Impact: Turn Your APC Experience into ROI, Confidence & Action

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM

PACE Certification - Office Hours

AssistingBuilding foundational skills and confidence in your early career.
CertificationPre-registration is required.
PACE
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Microsoft Office Specialist: Associate Certification

CertificationPre-registration is required.
MOS
PartneringBuilding executive influence and contributing to organizational strategy.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
Technology & Innovation
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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

ROI Fluency: Mastering the Language and Liability of Events

Communication & Operations
MasterclassIn-depth seminar focused on practical applications and skill-building.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

LAB: From Learning to Impact: Turn Your APC Experience into ROI, Confidence & Action

Career Growth & Personal Branding
LabA highly interactive workshop guiding attendees to create their own models.
SupportingGrowing autonomy, managing complex projects with a strategic lens.
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

Your Career Stage

The ASAP Career Stages Framework maps your path from Assisting to Leading.

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1

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2

Earn a Certification

Advance your career with APC certifications. PACE builds essential skills in communication, project management, leadership, and AI. MOS delivers globally recognized technical proficiency. Your next credential starts here.

3

Consider EA Ignite

Ready to move toward Partnering? EA Ignite Spring & Fall are purpose-built for the upper Supporting through Leading stages.

4

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Build on your APC sessions with on-demand learning year-round.

5

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Connect with peers, access exclusive resources, and stay current in the profession year-round.

Certifications at This Stage

PACE - Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence

The credential built for the Supporting stage. Review all four PACE modules with a live instructor at APC, then take the online exam onsite or when you return home.

Supporting Stage

MOS: Microsoft Office Specialist Associate

Your next credential as you move into the Partnering stage - validate your technical proficiency with a globally recognized certification.

ALSO from ASAP

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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