ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Dates: February 22–24, 2027

Location: Sheraton Indianapolis at Keystone Crossing

2027 Conference

Join us at the INACAC Annual Conference!

Each year, INACAC brings college counseling and admission professionals together to connect, learn, and navigate the evolving educational landscape in Indiana. Centered on this year's theme, Wired for Connection, the 2027 conference explores how intentional relationships, collaboration, and shared purpose drive student success. Whether you’re a veteran school counselor, a chief enrollment officer, or brand new to the field, you’ll leave with practical knowledge, fresh ideas, and meaningful partnerships to strengthen your work and elevate your institution.

What You’ll Gain

40+ Educational Sessions: Discover actionable strategies on emerging trends and critical issues impacting Indiana education.
Specialized Pre-Conference Tracks: Engage in tailored programming designed specifically for First-Time Attendees as well as Directors, AVPs, and VPs of Enrollment.
Networking & Community: Build lasting professional relationships during the Monday Reception and the Tuesday Wine & Whiskey Pull.
Impactful Service Project: Put connection into action by supporting Outreach Indiana, Central Indiana's leading organization dedicated to youth experiencing homelessness. Attendees can make a direct difference before and during the conference by helping fulfill essential wish list items for local youth.
Career & Leadership Growth: Develop transferable skills, gain fresh perspectives, and expand your professional support network.

Featured Speakers

Pre-Conference

Former INACAC Board Presidents

"Beyond the Boardroom: Where Leadership, Relationships & Possibility Can Take You"

What happens when the leadership experiences, relationships, and skills developed through INACAC become the foundation for something unexpected? Join a dynamic conversation featuring former INACAC Board Presidents whose professional journeys have taken them in a variety of directions—including high school counseling, technology and IT, vendor and partner organizations, executive leadership and Vice President roles, NACAC leadership, community foundations, admissions partnerships, and other roles connected to the broader college access and enrollment landscape.

Keynote

Chantel Vinson

Senior Wellness Education Instructor at Culver Academies

"Connection Changes Everything"

In a world where technology makes connecting easier than ever, why does building meaningful relationships sometimes feel harder than ever?

For those of us working alongside students and families as they navigate their educational journeys, the work is personal. Behind every application, conversation, campus visit, and decision is a student, a family, and a story. And somewhere along the way, our own stories become part of theirs.

Together, we'll explore the power of human connection, the difference between happiness and joy, and the importance of caring for ourselves while caring for others. Through shared experiences, personal stories, humor, music, and reflection, we'll reconnect with the relationships that give our work meaning and the joy that keeps us going.

So, come ready to laugh, reflect, recharge, and maybe even move a little! Most importantly, let's take this opportunity to reconnect with ourselves, with one another, and with the reasons we chose this work in the first place.

Because Connection Changes Everything.

Conference Rates

Package Types	Full Conference Includes Pre-Conference, meals, & socials	Single Day Pass Tuesday or Wednesday
High School & Premium Member	$215	$155
General Member	$245	$175
Non-Member	$300	$200

Registration Opening Soon

* Students, interns, or retired members, please contact the Conference Committee Co-Chairs for reduced rates.

Location & Lodging

Sheraton Indianapolis at Keystone Crossing

Address: 8787 Keystone Crossing, Indianapolis, IN 46240

Free self-parking directly adjacent to hotel
Complimentary Wi-Fi for attendees
Direct indoor skywalk connection to Keystone Fashion Mall
Surrounded by top dining options

Reserve Hotel Room Soon!

Sponsor or Exhibit at INACAC Conference 2027

Connect directly with hundreds of higher education leaders, high school counselors, and college admissions professionals. Sponsoring the INACAC Annual Conference puts your company in front of key decision-makers who shape the future of college access and student success. Gain high-impact brand visibility, build valuable relationships, and demonstrate your commitment to Indiana’s education community.

Explore our customizable sponsorship packages today. Choose a main level, then add event sponsorships if you want more visibility.

Sponsorship Main Levels

Gold

$2,000

Engagement

Present an educational session
Exhibitor table
Receive attendee list
Video outreach to Indiana chief enrollment officers involved in INACAC's Directors Special Interest Group (SIG)

Visibility

Website (logo and brief description) listing
Social media and Conference app recognition
On-site recognition throughout Conference

Participation

Conference registration for two company attendees; includes passes to planned meals and socials

Silver

$1,000

Engagement

Exhibitor table
Receive attendee list

Visibility

Website (logo and brief description) listing
Social media and Conference app recognition
On-site recognition throughout Conference

Participation

Conference registration for one company attendee; includes passes to planned meals and socials
Registration for additional company attendees at a reduced fee

Bronze / Exhibitor

$500

Engagement

Exhibitor table
Receive attendee list

Visibility

Website (name only) listing

Participation

Conference registration for one company attendee; includes passes to planned meals and socials
Registration for additional company attendees at a reduced fee

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

You can add any of these to your main sponsorship level to put your company’s name and information in front of attendees. Each option is limited to one sponsor. As the sponsor of an event, you will:

Be the exclusive sponsor for that event (except Sponsor a Counselor)
Display signs, information, and branding that promote only your company
Make pre-arranged announcements during the event or session

Sponsorship Category	Opportunity Details	Price
Community & Professional Impact	INACAC Service Project: partnering with Outreach Indiana to support local homeless youth Sponsor a high school or admission counselor to attend Conference (unlimited availability)	$1,000 $500
Meals & Banquets	Past President’s Dinner Tuesday breakfast Tuesday lunch Wednesday lunch	$1,500 $1,500 $2,500 $2,000
Sessions & Networking	Monday pre-conference session Monday social Tuesday social	$1,000 $1,000 $1,500

Ready to partner with INACAC or have questions about sponsorship options?

Learn More about Sponsorship Opportunities Register to Become a Sponsor Questions? Contact Cate Taylor

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QUICK LINKS

Submit a 2027 Conference Proposal Apply for a 2027 HS Counselor Conference Grant Apply for a 2027 College Admission Counselor Conference Grant Learn More About Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities Register to Become a Sponsor/Exhibitor Ask Questions About Conference Sponsorship Ask General Questions About Conference

PREMIUM MEMBERS

GOLD MEMBERS
Ball State University, Butler University, Indiana Tech, Indiana University Bloomington, Indiana University Indianapolis, Purdue University Fort Wayne, Saint Mary's College, University of Notre Dame

BLUE MEMBERS
Bethel University, Franklin College, Hanover College, Marian University, Purdue University, Trine University, University of Evansville, University of Indianapolis, University of Southern Indiana, Valparaiso University, Wabash College

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