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Be Part of the Only Conference for STEM Society Professionals

ACCESSE26 Showlook

Three panelists at ACCESSE Conference

Plan now to join us on July 13-15, 2026 in Raleigh, NC, for ACCESSE, a unique 3-day conference designed exclusively for STEM society professionals. 

Created by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE), ACCESSE delivers leadership development, peer-to-peer connections, and content expertise in association management of science, technology, engineering, and math societies.

2026 Theme: Rooted in Purpose

Grounded stability and meaningful direction. ACCESSE26 is designed around three levels of purpose:

  • Individual: Know your why and let it guide you
  • Organizational: Operate with clarity and conviction
  • Global: Inspire purpose-driven impact at scale

This conference is purpose-built for STEM society professionals and rooted in purpose to help you lead with clarity. From CEOs and executive teams to staff across content, education, meetings, membership and marketing, publications, finance, HR, and operations, ACCESSE26 will help you align your “why” with actionable strategies.

If you shape member value, drive programs, manage meetings, steward publications, or scale impact, you won't want to miss this event.

Registration Opening Soon

While the ACCESSE25 conference has concluded, we encourage you to stay connected by becoming a CESSE member. 

Do you have other questions about ACCESSE? Get answers from our ACCESSE frequently asked questions or contact CESSE.

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Partnership Opportunities

Our partners know STEM societies and how to accelerate their outcomes. If you’re a current or prospective partner, contact Adriane Spiller, Partnership Manager, to explore packages and opportunities. If you are an ACCESSE partner or interested in partnering with CESSE, please contact Adriane Spiller, Partnership Manager, to learn more.

Become an ACCESSE Partner

Recap the ACCESSE25 Conference in Philadelphia

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A Transformative Event for You and Your STEM Society

ACCESSE Attendees

Attending the ACCESSE conference is important for STEM societies professionals at all levels. That’s why CESSE has created resources to help you explain why your association should send staff to ACCESSE, whether you’re a STEM CEO encouraging emerging leaders to attend or a professional eager to learn from our speakers and attendees. We’ll help you make the case for professional development specific to scientific societies.

Learn more about ACCESSE’s value from past ACCESSE attendees and partners.

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Support Your Staff in Attending ACCESSE

As a trusted space for STEM society professionals, the ACCESSE conference brings together CEOs and staff from a wide range of scientific associations to share fresh perspectives and turn innovative ideas into reality.

At ACCESSE, you will:

  • Learn from dozens of insightful, engaging experts who are presenting on important topics that affect you and your STEM association.
  • Connect with hundreds of STEM professionals like you at social events, fostering important professional relationships and collaborations.
  • Find solutions for your organization’s challenges through ACCESSE partners, vendors who support association management and scientific societies.