Your Conference Checklist: Shine, Show Off, and Certify!

The 2025 IAACE Conference is coming up fast, and this week is a big one! Here’s your three-step checklist to make sure you’re walking into Blue Chip Stardust Convention Center ready to shine, show off, and step up your game.

1. Shine – IAACE Award Nominations Close Friday!
This is your chance to spotlight the superstars of adult education—students, colleagues, and programs that go above and beyond. Recognition isn’t just a pat on the back—it’s fuel for motivation and momentum. Submit your nominations by Friday, August 15, so we can celebrate their achievements at the conference. Click here for details.

2. Show Off – IAACE SWAG is Here!
Ready to wear your IAACE pride? From cozy hoodies to sleek tumblers, our conference swag will have you representing in style. All this can help you be prepared for the temperature fluctuations in the conference space! Whether you’re networking, presenting, or just sipping coffee between sessions, IAACE gear says, “I’m part of something amazing.”

3. Certify – Professional Growth at No Extra Cost
Registered conference attendees can now access free Certiport Certification Exams—including Unity Programmer, Unity VR Developer, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Office Specialist, QuickBooks, and more. This is a golden opportunity to boost your skills and your resume without leaving the conference center. Register for the conference, then submit your interest form.

The Bottom Line:
Nominate. Shop. Register. Certify. Do it all this week and you’ll be conference-ready before you know it.

👉 Award nominations close Friday—don’t miss it!

Jenn Wigginton

Jenn is the IAACE Executive Director. Her passion for adult education shines through in everything she does for IAACE. You can invite her to a chat for questions anytime. Click here to book a time to chat with Jenn