Southern Association of Colleges and Employers

The secret is out!

We're excited to announce that the 2027 SoACE Employer Relations Summit is headed to Charleston, South Carolina!

After an incredible week of learning, sharing ideas, and building connections in Oklahoma City, we're already looking forward to gathering with our employer relations community in one of the South's most historic and vibrant cities.

📍 Charleston, SC
📅 2027 SoACE Employer Relations Summit

Who's ready for Charleston?

What an incredible few days at the 2026 SoACE Employer Relations Summit!

From the Early Bird Meet Up and OU Campus Tour to engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and meaningful conversations, this summit was a powerful reminder of what makes the Employer Relations community so special.

Thank you to our attendees, presenters, exhibitors, sponsors, and planning committee members who helped bring this experience to life. Your willingness to share ideas, build connections, and support one another is what makes this community thrive.

As the official summit concludes, we're looking forward to today's optional employer site visits and one final opportunity to learn from our industry partners.

Thank you, Oklahoma City, for a memorable ER Summit 2026! 👏

We are mid-way through todays amazing programming, but wanted to take a moment to give a huge thank you to our incredible exhibitors for helping make the 2026 SoACE Employer Relations Summit a success!

These organizations have invested their time, expertise, and resources to support our community of employer relations professionals, and we are grateful for their partnership.

Be sure to stop by their tables, learn more about their innovative solutions, and explore how they are helping institutions enhance student success, career readiness, employer engagement, and professional development.

Thank you to:
⭐ My Career Closet Powered by HYDE
⭐ 12twenty
⭐ University of Texas at Dallas
⭐ RBFCU

Your support helps create a richer summit experience and strengthens the impact of our profession.

Please join us in thanking our exhibitors for their commitment to the Employer Relations community! 👏

Rise and Shine! Cheers to Day 2 of the 2026 SoACE Employer Relations Summit!

After an incredible first day of campus tours, networking, and collaboration, we're ready to dive even deeper into the conversations shaping the future of employer relations.

Today's lineup includes:
🎤 Keynote Speaker Dr. Ryan Bisel, Professor of Organizational Communication at the University of Oklahoma
💡 Breakout Sessions
⚡ Mini Sessions packed with practical ideas and takeaways
🤝 More opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the region
🎉 An evening social event to celebrate our amazing ER community

We're especially excited to hear from Dr. Bisel as he shares insights on leadership, communication, organizational culture, and the human dynamics that drive successful organizations.

Day 2 is all about learning, sharing, and challenging ourselves to think differently about how we engage employers, support students, and lead within our institutions.

Let's make it another great day! 👏

That's a wrap on Day 1 of the 2026 SoACE Employer Relations Summit!

From a fantastic University of Oklahoma campus tour to insightful breakout sessions and meaningful conversations during speed networking, today was filled with opportunities to learn, connect, and grow alongside colleagues who are passionate about advancing employer relations.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today and helped make our first day a success. We can't wait to continue the conversation tomorrow as we dive into more learning, collaboration, and connection.

See you on Day 2!

What a way to kick off the 2026 SoACE Employer Relations Summit!

Today, attendees had the opportunity to explore the beautiful campus of the University of Oklahoma, learn more about its programs and impact, and connect with colleagues from across the region before the conference officially got underway.

A huge thank you to our hosts for sharing their campus, insights, and hospitality with our Employer Relations community. Experiences like these remind us that some of the best learning happens when we step outside our own institutions and see how others are creating meaningful opportunities for students and employer partners.

Swipe through to see some highlights from today's tour! 📸

The 2026 SoACE Employer Relations Summit is officially underway!

After a fantastic Early Bird Meet Up yesterday evening, we're excited to kick off Day 1 with employer relations professionals from across the region gathering in Oklahoma City to learn, collaborate, and connect.

Today's agenda includes:
✅ OU Campus Tour
✅ Conference Welcome
✅ Breakout Session 1
✅ Speed Networking

We're looking forward to the conversations, ideas, and connections that will make this year's summit unforgettable as we continue to Engage. Connect. Lead.

Who's ready for Day 1? 👏

🚨 The countdown is over!

Today marks the official kickoff of the 2026 Employer Relations Summit in Oklahoma City! Before sessions begin, we're excited to welcome attendees to our Pre-Conference Meet Up at 4:00 PM. This is a chance to connect, collaborate, and start building the relationships that make this community so impactful.

We can't wait to learn, share ideas, and explore the future of employer relations together over the next few days.

Who's joining us in OKC? 👋

🎉 The SoACE Employer Relations Summit is Next Week!

We're excited to welcome Employer Relations professionals from across the region to Oklahoma City for several days of learning, networking, and collaboration. From engaging keynote speakers and breakout sessions to interactive mini sessions, employer site visits, and meaningful conversations, this Summit is designed to strengthen connections between higher education and industry.

Don't miss the fun along the way, including our Early Bird Meet-Up, Mini Mad Libs Speed Networking, Summit Bingo, Picture Challenge, and social event at Skydance Brewing.

Here's to new ideas, new partnerships, and new connections at !

The 2026 SoACE Employer Relations Summit is just one week away!

There’s still time to join us - spots are still available, so register today!

Take a look at the conference schedule, start planning your Summit experience, and get ready for three days of learning, networking, and meaningful connections. We can’t wait to see you in Oklahoma City - be sure to share your favorite moments throughout the Summit!