ACBSP Global Business Accreditation

We’re excited to officially welcome Michael Wiemer as ACBSP’s incoming President & CEO, and even more thrilled that our members will have the exclusive opportunity to meet him in person at ACBSP Conference ’26 in Phoenix, Arizona, June 11-13.

While Michael officially begins his role on July 1, ACBSP Conference ’26 will serve as his first in-person ACBSP event and an exciting opportunity for our community to connect with the leader guiding ACBSP into its next chapter.

Join us in Phoenix as we celebrate the future of ACBSP together.

Learn more: acbsp.org/26

Learn how companies remain innovative, agile, and customer-focused through this year’s keynote presentation by best-selling author, international speaker, and author of the "The Nordstrom Way" series, Robert Spector.

Through compelling storytelling and real-world examples, Spector explores how enduring organizations stay relevant while navigating rapid change, offering broader insights into preparing students for a workplace where adaptability, emotional intelligence, customer understanding, and human-centered leadership are increasingly valuable.

Join us at ACBSP Conference ’26 to gain actionable insights you can bring back to your institution and your students by registering via the link in the comments.

We are excited to announce that Michael Wiemer, MBA, has been appointed as the next President & CEO of ACBSP, effective July 1, 2026.

With more than 25 years of leadership experience in business education, accreditation, and global association management, Michael brings a deep commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and academic excellence.

Please join us in welcoming Michael to the ACBSP community as we look ahead to the future of business education together.

Tomorrow is the final day to reserve your room at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown at the exclusive ACBSP Conference ’26 rate of $239/night.

Stay in the heart of the Conference experience with sessions, networking events, receptions, and downtown Phoenix all just steps from your room, making it easy to stay connected from the first session through the final evening events.

Book now with the link in the comments!

Students don’t just learn business, they can practice it.

Businesses have identified communication, collaboration, and problem-solving as critical skills. This session highlights how consulting projects immerse students in real business challenges while building those skills in a meaningful way, shared by Philip Brown at ACBSP Conference ’26.

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1 Week to Secure Your Conference Hotel Rate

Reserve your stay at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown before the ACBSP Conference ’26 hotel block closes on Wednesday, May 20. Rooms are available at the exclusive conference rate of $239/night, giving you the opportunity to stay where the energy of Conference happens.

Located in the heart of downtown Phoenix, the Sheraton places you steps away from sessions, networking events, evening receptions, dining, and the conversations that continue long after the agenda ends.

Book your stay today at https://acbsp.org/conference

ACBSP's Free Live Online Q&A puts you in touch with Accreditation Experts who can provide answers to your questions!

Drop in anytime from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ET at: https://acbsp.org/officehours

What happens when students work on real problems that actually matter?

This session explores how community-based projects connect classroom learning to real organizational challenges through partnerships, applied work, and authentic assessment. Learn how to structure these experiences and increase student engagement during ACBSP Conference ’26.

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What if AI could actually simplify your accreditation work?

As accreditation processes grow more complex, institutions are beginning to explore how AI can support reporting, documentation, and evaluation workflows. Learn how these tools are being applied across roles during ACBSP Conference ’26 in this session designed for champions, evaluators, and mentors.

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Students are already using AI, this is about teaching them to use it well.

Discover how business programs are designing assignments that integrate AI while maintaining academic integrity and meaningful learning. This session explores practical ways to adapt coursework to a rapidly changing environment, presented by Sheila Hunt and David Wade at ACBSP Conference ’26.

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