The Premier Gathering of CEOs and Executive Directors of STEM Societies
Join Us January 25-28 | Baltimore, MD | Baltimore Marriott Waterfront
Plan now to attend the CESSE CEO Meeting, a premier gathering designed exclusively for STEM society CEOs and Executive Directors. Hosted by the Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE), this event provides a trusted space for top STEM association leaders to share experiences, gain strategic insights, and tackle common challenges together.
At the CESSE CEO Meeting, you will:
- Engage in candid discussions with fellow STEM society leaders who understand the unique complexities of your role.
- Learn from expert-led sessions focused on key leadership, governance, and strategic topics shaping the future of STEM associations.
- Expand your executive network and build meaningful connections with peers navigating similar challenges.
- Discover innovative solutions from industry partners supporting STEM society leadership and operations.
Gain actionable insights to strengthen your leadership—and earn up to 13.5 CAE and 1.5 CMP credits.
Registration will Open Fall 2025
Become a CESSE member today to be the first to know when registration opens and take advantage of exclusive CEO member discounts.
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What Attendees Are Saying About Their Experience
"I've always heard wonderful things about the CEO meeting and had to cancel twice in the past. This will now be a MUST on my annual schedule. It was fabulous to hear from and share experiences from the CEOs/EDs of other technical and scientific organizations. I came away with pages of notes, lots of ideas and great connections. Bravo on a job well done!"
Angela Hamlyn, Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum
"The "can't miss" event for CEOs of scientific and engineering societies. The community is unparalleled in terms of being welcoming and offering mutual support."
C. David Gammel, FASAE, CAE, Executive Director, American Association of Physicists in Medicine
"CESSE CEO meeting always affords us a safe and transparent space to openly dialogue about the myriad of challenges we face as STEM society executive leaders. There is simply nothing else like it in the association space."
Lawrence Sloan, MBA, CAE, FASAE, Chief Executive Officer, American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA)
"I just attended my first CESSE CEO Meeting, and I will be back. The networking and panels were invaluable and everyone was welcoming and supportive."
Katie Jordan OTD, Chief Executive Officer, American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
Friends of CESSE Fund Scholarship
The Friends of CESSE Fund awarded two scholarships to CESSE CEO Members to attend the 2025 CESSE CEO Meeting. Stay tuned for future scholarship opportunities for the CESSE CEO Meeting!
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A Can't-Miss Event for STEM Association CEOs
Attending the CESSE CEO Meeting is essential for executive leaders looking to strengthen their organizations and leadership impact. This exclusive event is designed by CEOs, for CEOs, to address the unique challenges of leading a STEM society.
Join us in Baltimore for insightful discussions, practical solutions, and a strong network of STEM association leaders committed to advancing their societies.
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