Be Part of the Only Conference for STEM Society Professionals
Mark your calendar for July 12–14, 2027, in Richmond, Virginia, when STEM society professionals from across the community will gather once again for ACCESSE27.
Hosted by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE), ACCESSE brings together association leaders and staff to exchange ideas, strengthen professional connections, and explore strategies that help STEM societies thrive. The event is designed exclusively for STEM society professionals, offering a trusted environment where peers can share experiences, learn from one another, and address the unique opportunities and challenges facing STEM organizations.
Registration will open in early 2027. Save the date and stay tuned for additional details in the months ahead!
Explore the ACCESSE Experience
ACCESSE is built by STEM society professionals, for STEM society professionals. Whether you work in executive leadership, membership, education, meetings, marketing, publications, finance, HR, or operations, ACCESSE provides opportunities to:
Connect with peers who understand the unique realities of STEM society management.
Learn practical strategies from association leaders and industry experts.
Discover innovative approaches to common organizational challenges.
Build relationships that support your professional growth and strengthen the STEM society community.
Interested in what makes ACCESSE unique? Explore highlights from our most recent conference to get a sense of the educational programming, expert speakers, and community partners that help make ACCESSE the premier event for STEM society professionals.
ACCESSE also features a dedicated pre-conference experience for STEM society professionals working in finance and human resources.
Designed to foster candid discussion, peer exchange, and practical learning, the Finance & HR Pre-Conference Meeting provides attendees with focused opportunities to connect with colleagues facing similar challenges and responsibilities.
Additional details about the Finance & HR Pre-Conference Meeting at ACCESSE27 will be announced as planning progresses.
The conversations, connections, and ideas shared at ACCESSE continue long after the conference concludes. Through CESSE membership, STEM society professionals gain year-round access to a community of peers, professional development opportunities, leadership resources, and industry insights designed specifically for the unique needs of STEM associations.
Whether you're looking to expand your network, learn from fellow society professionals, or stay informed on emerging trends impacting the STEM community, CESSE provides valuable opportunities to support your growth throughout the year.
Become part of a network dedicated to advancing STEM society leadership and strengthening the organizations that serve science, technology, engineering, and mathematics professionals.
