AESA Event Calendar
2026-27 Ascend Academy
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Ascend Academy is an advanced leadership lab where experienced ESA leaders sharpen judgment, build trust, and lead responsibly as generative AI reshapes decisions, teams, and organizational culture.
AESA Roundtable: Mindset Over Machines
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
In a world where AI tools evolve almost daily, what truly matters isn’t the technology—it’s how we think. Join Dr. Eric Solomon, cognitive psychologist and former executive at YouTube, Instagram, Spotify, and Google, for a powerful conversation on the ...
2026 Business Strategy Framework Workshop 1.0 (TX)
ESA-centric Business Strategy Framework presented by AESA business experts. AESA offers the same basic workshop as Dr. Simester’s Premiere Workshop (see details below), with the primary difference being this workshop features former ESA leaders, ...
Boost Employee Engagement & Retirement Readiness with myPlanMember™ - Live Q&A
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Discover how education leaders are using myPlanMember™—a no-cost employee engagement platform—to improve retirement readiness, well-being, and communication. Join this live, interactive Q&A to see how it helps attract, support, and retain staff with ...
AESA Global Coordinator Informational Webinar (2026–2027)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Global Coordinator Training Program through AESA Global is built for individuals ready to lead global engagement within their ESA. Graduates emerge prepared to design and launch international programs that are sustainable, mission-aligned, and make ...
2026 AESA Global Educators Field Study-Austria/Hungary
Global Field Study-Austria/Hungary
2026 AESA Global Educators Field Study-Vietnam/Japan
Global Field Study-Austria/Hungary
AESA Global Coordinator Informational Webinar (2026–2027)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The Global Coordinator Training Program through AESA Global is built for individuals ready to lead global engagement within their ESA. Graduates emerge prepared to design and launch international programs that are sustainable, mission-aligned, and make ...
Strategic Pricing & Experimentation in Action
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
In today’s educational landscape, ESAs are under increasing pressure to do more with less, while still delivering high-quality services to member districts. Yet two of the most powerful tools for sustainable growth, pricing and experimentation, remain ...
2026 Summer Leadership Conference
4:30 PM
The 2026 Summer Leadership Conference theme, "Systems in Sync: Leading Coherence & Connection" focuses on aligning and connecting systems within education — breaking down silos and creating coherence...
2026-27 Communications & Marketing Network
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
The AESA Communications and Marketing Network brings together ESA professionals to learn, share, and grow together, providing a collaborative community focused on strengthening messaging, enhancing brand alignment, and increasing the impact of ESA ...
2026-27 Technology Leaders Network
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Designed specifically for ESA technology leaders, this network creates a space to explore emerging trends, tackle shared challenges, and connect with peers from across the country. What to Expect: Insightful discussions led by a seasoned ...
2026-27 Special Education Directors Network
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
This network is a national professional learning community designed specifically for ESA leaders who oversee special education services. This network will bring together directors, coordinators, and other special education leaders from across the country.
2026-27 Business Officials/HR Network
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
A professional learning community designed specifically for ESA staff who lead or support business operations and human resources.
2026-27 Professional Learning Consultants Network
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
AESA is launching the Consultant Network —a professional learning community built just for you . This new network offers opportunities to learn, connect, and grow alongside peers from across the country. As a member, you’ll: Explore ...
2026-27 Operations Online Learning Lab
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
This four-part virtual learning experience is designed specifically for operational leaders who are ready to build high-performing teams, streamline processes, and lead with intention. Each session builds on the last, equipping participants ...
2026-27 Behavioral Health Network
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
This network is a national professional learning community designed specifically for ESA leaders who oversee special education services. This network will bring together directors, coordinators, and other special education leaders from across the country.
2026-27 Executive Assistant to the CEO Network
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Supporting the leader of an organization is a unique, rewarding, and sometimes challenging role. Networking with others in the same role can prove invaluable professionally and personally. A community of practice is a group of people who share ...
2026 Central Region Symposium-Innovations from the Heartland
5:30 PM - 11:00 AM
This two-day meeting is for CEOs to network and learn from each other. The agenda will be flexible to meet the needs of the participants.
2026 Fall Business Strategy Framework 2.0 Workshop: Managing Strategic Resources
This Business Strategy Framework 2.0 Workshop, "Managing Strategic Resources," features Dr. Duncan Simester and AESA Business Consultants Andy Pechacek and Doreen Marvin sharing information about: Competitive Strategy & Application to the ...