AEC Networking Events
Monday, July 14
ßÏÀÖÔ° Affiliate Presidents’ Council Meeting
1:00 – 1:30 pm
Annual meeting of affiliate presidents or their designee, to uphold ßÏÀÖÔ° governance, facilitate communication among affiliates, and provide input to the Board.
ßÏÀÖÔ° Affiliate Leadership Workshop
A face-to-face opportunity for the presidents and leadership of affiliates to engage with ßÏÀÖÔ° national staff and other affiliates to share challenges, successes, and tools to provide support for environmental health professionals.
First Timer Welcome
3:30 – 4:30 pm
Join us for the First Timer Welcome Orientation, where new attendees will receive tips for making the most of their conference experience and connect with fellow participants. This event will also honor the inaugural participants of ßÏÀÖ԰’s Mentoring Program and provide an opportunity for those in the Buddy Program to meet their matches in person.
Exhibition Grand Opening
6:00 – 8:30 pm
Join fellow professionals and industry leaders for an engaging opportunity to explore the newest products and services shaping the future of environmental health! Enjoy light refreshments as you connect, learn, and enhance your expertise in a casual networking atmosphere.
Tuesday, July 15
Photo Exhibition and Contest
5 – 6:00 pm
Enjoy an evening with Lloyd DeGrane, a Chicago based photographer, and Gina Bare, photographer and ßÏÀÖÔ° Associate Director of Program and Partnership Development, who will share their photography and showcase the photos of contest winners. They will also discuss the impact photography can have when communicating about environmental health. All attendees are invited.
Career Fair
5 – 6:30 pm
Don’t miss ßÏÀÖ԰’s first in-person Career Fair! Join us for a unique opportunity to explore career paths, meet potential employers, and connect with fellow environmental health professionals. Whether you're actively job hunting or simply curious about what's out there, this is a great chance to grow your professional network and learn more about opportunities in the field.
Student Reception
6:30 – 7:30 pm
This invitation-only event is designed to celebrate and support the next generation of environmental health professionals. Students will have the chance to connect with peers and engage with leaders in the field.
Wednesday, July 16
Town Hall Breakfast
7 – 8 am
Join ßÏÀÖÔ° President CDR Anna Khan for breakfast and a recap of the year's accomplishments on behalf of the environmental health profession. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions and share feedback. Breakfast will be provided
Awards Celebration
5 – 6 pm
Join us in celebrating our 2025 awards recipients. This event is free and open to all. Come rub elbows with the 2025 environmental health stars! Learn more about submitting award nominations.
Signature Networking Event
6 – 8 pm
Unwind and mingle with your fellow environmental health professionals at this optional networking event! Enjoy an evening of great food, refreshing drinks, live music, and engaging conversations that inspire collaboration. This lively gathering is your chance to make meaningful connections and share ideas in a relaxed atmosphere. Dinner is included with your full registration.