Summit 9.0

Join leaders from industry, education, and workforce development for the 9th annual Coalition for Workforce Development Through CTE Summit. This one-and-a-half-day convening brings together national partners committed to strengthening the connections between business and education to support high-quality career and technical education (CTE).

Through dynamic discussions, real-world examples, and interactive conversations, attendees will explore strategies for advancing workforce development initiatives, strengthening partnerships, and addressing emerging talent pipeline needs.

The Summit also provides valuable opportunities to:

• Connect with industry association, nonprofit, and business leaders from across the country
• Engage in meaningful dialogue with educators and workforce development professionals
• Learn from innovative models that align education with workforce needs
• Build relationships that support long-term collaboration and impact

📌 Theme and full agenda will be announced in July.

This event is held in conjunction with ACTE’s CareerTech VISION conference, offering additional opportunities to extend learning and engagement with the broader CTE community.

Dates: December 1-2, 2026

Location: Hilton New Orleans Riverside