Mark your calendars for June 16-18, 2026 because we're bringing the 12th Annual Employer Relations Summit to Oklahoma City!

Engage. Connect. Lead. This year’s ERSummit theme reflects the evolving role of Employer Relations and Recruiting professionals as strategic partners, relationship builders, and leaders shaping the future of talent development and workforce engagement. We invite you to submit proposals that highlight how you are engaging in your space, connecting strategy to practice, and leading meaningful change within your institution or organization.

What's in store for you?

  • Inspiring keynote: Get fired up with insights from a captivating speaker.
  • Engaging panel discussions: Dive deep into hot topics with industry experts.
  • Practical peer presentations: Learn from colleagues' real-world experiences.
  • Fun social events: Make connections and build relationships outside of sessions.
  • Unique site visits: Get a taste of OKC's charm and culture.

   Registration

Registration Rates

Early Bird Registration (through April 17th) - $375 for SoACE members & $500 for non-members.
Regular Registration (On or after April 18th) - $425 for SoACE members & $550 for non-members

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Location - Skirvin Oklahoma City Hotel; One Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102

Hotel Room Rate: $199

Hotel reservation link: Don't forget to book your room here > HOTEL BOOKING LINK

The deadline to guarantee the SoACE group rate of $199 is Friday, May 22. Please email [email protected] if having any issues reserving your room.

 Call for Proposals Now Open! 

We are seeking session proposals that go beyond introductory concepts and focus on tested ideas, innovative models, and actionable strategies that advance employer relations, recruiting, and professional development.

As you reflect on your work, we invite you to consider sessions that explore themes such as:

  • Engaging employers in deeper, more intentional partnerships
  • Connecting ER strategy to student outcomes, institutional priorities, and workforce needs
  • Leading ER teams, initiatives, or organizational change
  • Scaling employer engagement through data, systems, and collaboration
  • Rethinking traditional models to meet the future of recruiting and hiring

The 2026 program will feature both:

  • Traditional Breakout Sessions (60 minutes) for deeper dives into strategy, frameworks, and case studies.
  • Mini Breakout Sessions (25 minutes) designed for rapid sharing, peer discussion, and practical idea exchange.

The proposal submission deadline is March 31, 2026. Please note that presenters must also register for the Summit.

Submit Your Proposal Here!

 2026 Conference Transfer, Cancellation and Refund Policy:

To transfer a registration to a colleague, please contact the SoACE Office at [email protected].
Please note: additional charges may apply if a registration is transferred from a member to a nonmember.

All cancellations and refund requests must be received in writing.

  • Any refund requests received before April 17th (5 PM EST) will receive a full refund minus the $75 administrative fee.
  • Any refund request received between April 18th - May 29th will receive a 50% refund.
  • Any requests received after May 29th at 5 PM EST will receive no refund.
  • No-shows at the SoACE Conference are not eligible for a credit or refund.

The conference may be cancelled or postponed due to unforeseen circumstances. In this case, registration fees will be refunded; however, SoACE will not be responsible for additional costs, charges, or expenses, including cancellation/change charges assessed by airlines, hotels, and/or travel agencies.

SoACE is not responsible for weather-related travel delays or other issues in regard to personal travel and no refunds will be given due to these occurrences.