FloridaACE 2026: Full Schedule

2:00pm EDT

Opening Session & Keynote by Patricia Rossi

Monday June 15, 2026 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT

Join us for our exciting kick off to the 2026 FloridaACE Annual Conference, Echoes of Innovation: Connecting to Guide the Next Generation.

Opening Keynote by Patricia Rossi
The New Rules of Social Engagement: How Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Style & Social Agility Shape Presence, Confidence & Connection

Speakers

Patricia Rossi

Patricia Rossi will be our Opening Keynote Speaker

Drawing upon her twenty-plus years of experience in social intelligence, Patricia created the First Impressions, Lasting Impact Model to help others navigate the ever-changing social environment by maximizing their presence, performance, and professionalism in seven critical areas... Read More →

Lesa Shouse

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

Monday June 15, 2026 2:00pm - 3:15pm EDT
Sand Key Ballroom (Belleair/Redington)

Plenary General Sessions

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

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

FloridaACE 2026

2:00pm EDT

Patricia Rossi

Lesa Shouse

9:15am EDT

Lesa Shouse

10:30am EDT

Laura Hine

Lesa Shouse

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