12th Annual National HBCU Alumni Virtual Leaders Conference
Theme: HBCU Alumni Associations: Collective Power, New Resources and a New Era
Host: TBA
When: August 8, 2026
Time: 9am – 3pm EST (via ZOOM)
Cost: Early Registration – $99 thru July 17 | Later Registration $150
REGISTRATION IS OPEN ON JUNE 1!
This year’s powerful theme — “HBCU Alumni Associations: Collective Power, New Resources and a New Era” — reflects a defining moment for alumni leaders nationwide. As HBCUs continue to navigate evolving challenges and opportunities, this conference will bring together National Alumni Association leaders, chapter representatives, and key stakeholders to engage in meaningful dialogue, share proven strategies, and explore innovative solutions that strengthen alumni impact.
Participants can expect dynamic discussions centered on:
- Advancing Sustainable Operating Strategies (SOS) for alumni associations
- Increasing alumni engagement, giving, and leadership development
- Strengthening partnerships between alumni associations and their institutions
- Leveraging collective influence to drive long-term institutional success
HBCU Alumni Associations represent one of the most powerful, yet underutilized, forces in higher education. With millions of alumni nationwide, our collective leadership can transform the future of our institutions.
Conference Materials (click to view): TBA
Conference Speakers (Tentative List): TBA
NHBCUAAF Conference Contacts (Tentative List):
Walt Weatherington, NHBCUAAF Treasurer & Conference Chairperson – treasurer@nhbcuaaf.org
Richard Smith, NHBCUAAF Vice- President – richardsmith@nhbcuaaf.org
Sharon Pitts, NHBCUAAF Membership & Legal Counsel – membership@nhbcuaaf.org
Donna Keating, NHBCUAAF Marketing Director – marketing@nhbcuaaf.org
Ty Couey, NHBCUAAF President – tycouey@nhbcuaaf.org
LaMonte Leath, NHBCUAAF CTO – lamonteleath@nhbcuaaf.org
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