FloridaACE 2026: Full Schedule

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7:00am EDT

Wednesday June 17, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am EDT

With 20+ years of experience in holistic wellness, Sara combines Sound Healing, Emotional Freedom Technique, Creative Visualization, Guided Meditation, Breath work, Energy Healing, and Drumming to support relaxation and a reset for body, mind, and spirit.

Speakers

Sara Sabourin

Employer Relations Coordinator & Career Coach, University of South Florida, St. Petersburg

Sara A. Sabourin, M.A.Ed. is an Employer Relations Coordinator & Career Coach at the University of South Florida. She is also a certified Sound Healing Practitioner; a certified Mental Health First Aider; and an entrepreneur facilitating Stress Management Technique workshops to corporate... Read More →

Wednesday June 17, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Longboat Key

Special Event

8:30am EDT

Breakfast

Wednesday June 17, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

Sand Key Ballroom (Belleair/Redington)

Rise and Shine: Morning Breakfast Buffet
Start your day right with a fully loaded breakfast spread designed to fuel you for the sessions ahead. Enjoy healthy starts like our yogurt parfait station, seasonal tropical fruit, and housemade overnight oats. If you're looking for a hearty morning meal, we've got you covered with scrambled chive eggs, applewood smoked bacon, breakfast sausage, and roasted rosemary red potatoes. Don't forget to grab a stack of fluffy buttermilk pancakes or a toasted bagel!
Gluten-free bread options, juices, coffee, and tea are fully provided.

Wednesday June 17, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Sand Key Ballroom (Belleair/Redington)

Networking & Meals

9:15am EDT

Opening Announcements and Affinity Group Information

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:15am - 9:30am EDT

Sand Key Ballroom (Belleair/Redington)

As you wrap up breakfast, stay in the Sand Key Ballroom for a quick overview of the day and the upcoming Affinity Group sessions.

Speakers

Lesa Shouse

Director, Campus Career Services, USF | St. Petersburg Campus

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:15am - 9:30am EDT
Sand Key Ballroom (Belleair/Redington)

Plenary General Sessions

9:30am EDT

Affinity Group - Administration & Leadership

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT

Siesta Key

Speakers

Kelli Grogan

Director of Career Services, Florida College

Kelli Grogan leads the Career Services Center at Florida College in Tampa, Florida. She holds a Master of Public Administration from Northern Kentucky University, as well as a Master of Rehabilitation Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, both from the University of Kentucky... Read More →

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Siesta Key

Concurrent Breakout Session

9:30am EDT

Affinity Group - Career Coaching & Advising

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT

Longboat Key

Speakers

Megan Blanco

Director, Partnerships and External Communications, University of Central Florida - College of Business, DeVos Sport Business

As the Director of Partnerships and External Affairs for the DeVos Sport Business Management Program at UCF, I lead initiatives that strengthen industry relationships, enhance student experiences, and expand the reach of one of the nation’s top sport business graduate programs... Read More →

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Longboat Key

Concurrent Breakout Session

9:30am EDT

Affinity Group - Employer Engagement

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT

Madiera

Speakers

Lizz Giordano

Career Center Outreach and Expo Manager, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Lizz Giordano is a career services professional with more than eight years of experience in employer relations, career advising, and large-scale recruiting initiatives. She currently serves as Career Center Outreach & Expo Manager at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where she... Read More →

Amy Casari

Group Talent Acquisition Manager, Enterprise Mobility

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Madiera

Concurrent Breakout Session

9:30am EDT

Affinity Group - Future Professionals (Cancelled)

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT

TBA

Due to no attendance of graduate student member, this affinity group will not meet at conference.

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
TBA

Concurrent Breakout Session

9:30am EDT

Affinity Group - Internships

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT

Indian Shores

Speakers

Alexy Barker

Career Coach / Internship Coordinator, University of Central Florida - College of Business

Wednesday June 17, 2026 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
Indian Shores

Concurrent Breakout Session

10:30am EDT

Closing Session with Keynote by Laura Hine

Wednesday June 17, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT

Sand Key Ballroom (Belleair/Redington)

Join us in the main hall as we officially bring our annual conference to a close.

Closing Keynote: Final inspiring words from our featured Laura Hine on Leading to Inspire the Next Generation.
Wrap-Up & Acknowledgments: Important closing announcements and thank-yous.
Door Prizes: Your final chance to win exciting giveaways (must be present!).
The Big Reveal: The official announcement of next year's conference destination.

Speakers

Laura Hine

Laura Hine will be our Closing Keynote Speaker.

First elected in November 2020 and re-elected in 2024, Laura Hine serves on the Pinellas County School Board and as the Executive Director of Educating Florida’s Future.
A native Floridian, Laura attended K-12 public schools, was bused during integration and graduated from Chamberlain High School in Tampa. Laura attended the U.S. Naval Academy earning a degree in aerospace engineering and completing the U.S. Army’s Airborne School. Serving as a... Read More →

Lesa Shouse

Director, Campus Career Services, USF | St. Petersburg Campus

Wednesday June 17, 2026 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Sand Key Ballroom (Belleair/Redington)

Plenary General Sessions

7:00am EDT

8:30am EDT

9:15am EDT

9:30am EDT

9:30am EDT

9:30am EDT

9:30am EDT

9:30am EDT

10:30am EDT

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