ACC Leaders in Innovation Conference

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This one day conference will take place on
January 27, 2027 in Coral Gables, Florida.
Hosted by the University of Miami.

 

The ACC Leaders in Innovation Conference brings together university leaders in innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization for a high-impact gathering focused on turning bold ideas into real world outcomes.  This is where strategy meets action, and where the next wave of collaboration begins.

Why Attend

    Joel Samuels Headshot  

Across the ACC, we have extraordinary talent, ambitious ideas, and a shared commitment to advancing research, entrepreneurship, and real-world impact. This conference is an opportunity to build new partnerships, exchange practical insights, and strengthen the innovation ecosystems that help transform discovery into solutions. I encourage innovation leaders to attend, contribute, and be part of shaping the future of innovation across our universities and beyond.”

      - Joel Samuels, Provost, University of Miami

Innovation moves faster when the right people are in the room. At this conference, attendees will gain practical insights, build meaningful relationships, and explore new approaches to advancing research, commercialization, entrepreneurship, and institutional impact across the ACC community.  

  • Connect with innovation leaders across the ACC. 
  • Learn from peers tackling shared challenges in commercialization and entrepreneurship. 
  • Build partnerships that can accelerate impact beyond your campus. 

With a nominal registration fee of $100 for a full day of targeted programming and networking, plus breakfast, lunch, and an evening reception, in beautiful Coral Gables, this modest investment is sure to produce a strong ROI for you and your colleagues.

Who Should Register

This conference is designed for leaders and changemakers who are advancing innovation within and beyond higher education, including university administrators, technology transfer professionals, venture/fund professionals, research leaders, and entrepreneurship program directors. 

Registration

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a dynamic conversation about the future of innovation leadership. Be sure to reserve your place, expand your network, and help shape the collaborations that will define what comes next.

 

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