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ACE Presenters & Moderators

Welcome, Water Heroes!

AWWA staff is arriving in D.C. – please bring your questions to us in Room 140 (hours are below). As you prepare to take the stage, note the key deadlines below. The very important Presenter Know-Before-You-Go webinar recording is available to view here.

Thank you for stepping up, sharing your knowledge, and helping shape an unforgettable ACE26 experience.

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Important ACE Presenter Deadlines


Abstract submissions due	September 26, 2025
Acceptance/decline notices sent	February 2026
Presenter Kickoff Webinar	February 17, 2026 – answers most common questions! Watch the recording
Access Your Speaker Portal	February 2026 – after watching the Kickoff Webinar, access the Portal here
Reserve Your Hotel Room	Book early for best selection (official blocks closed May 22)
Moderator Training Webinar	April 21, 2026 – answers most Moderator questions! View the recording
Register for the Conference	April 24, 2026 – Early rates end (watch the Kickoff Webinar for registration details)
Upload Headshots and Bios by	May 8, 2026 (watch the Kickoff Webinar for details and instructions)
Presenter & Moderator Know Before You Go Webinar	June 9, 2026 – Addresses many common questions! View the recording
PowerPoint Presentations Due	June 19, 2026 (Required PPT Template – watch the Kickoff Webinar for details)
ACE Sessions occur in Washington, D.C.	June 21-24, 2026 – Visit the Presenter Ready Room (Room 140 – hours below)
Creative Commons Forms & Proceedings due	July 2026 (watch the Kickoff Webinar for details and instructions)

Moderators, Presenters, & Volunteers

Presenter Ready Room & Local Host Volunteer Room
Room 140 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Hours:
Sunday 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Monday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Please add service@awwa.org and educationservices@awwa.org to your safe sender’s list to ensure you receive all important updates.

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Download the required ACE Presentation PowerPoint Template

Presentation Guide for Water Professionals