2026 PACIE Global Leadership Summit

Friday, October 2, 2026

Temple University, Philadelphia, PA

Join us for a one-day leadership summit, with expert panels, engaging roundtables, and timely topic discussions to meet the needs of our members and attendees.

Registration now open!

Is this the PACIE Conference?

Not quite!  We are trying something new for 2026, based on feedback from recent conference participants who were looking for a more compressed schedule and for the flexibility to attend sessions that reflect the needs of the moment - not of a call for proposals that happened six months prior.  Our field and our work is changing quickly, and the PACIE Global Leadership Summit will promote dialogue to meet the needs of the moment!

The 2026 PACIE Global Leadership Summit is a dynamic, one-day event designed to bring together a cross-section of roles and partners to foster a rich, K-16+ ecosystem for international education and global learning in our Commonwealth. Through meaningful dialogue and relationship-building, we’ll make visible the "local-to-global" and "global-to-local" relationships that shape Pennsylvania and ensure our future workforce is equipped with the skills to thrive in a global economy.

Who Should Attend?

The PACIE Global Leadership Summit welcomes global educators serving K-12 institutions, higher education institutions, educational organizations, and public sector companies who are in positions of leadership or influence - or who are working towards such a role.

We are intentionally bridging diverse sectors to explore how international education directly impacts PA’s workforce and communities. This summit provides a collaborative space for:

  • Higher Education Leaders & Career Services:  Explore ways to strengthen the continuum between K-12 global preparation, higher ed pathways, and industry talent needs.

  • K-12 Administrators & Educators:  Align global learning and readiness with regional workforce opportunities.

  • World Language & Multilingual Learner Specialists:  Highlight the immense cultural and economic value of language learning, heritage languages, and multilingualism in the modern marketplace.

  • Business, Industry, Nonprofit, & Government Leaders:  Connect with the educators shaping the next generation of culturally competent, globally minded PA talent.

What to Expect

  • Framing the Conversation:  Grounding the day in the current realities of Pennsylvania’s economic and cultural place in the global landscape.

  • Cross-Sector Dialogue:  Engaging in facilitated discussions with a diverse mix of professionals to share perspectives, bridge gaps, and identify opportunities for collaboration.

  • Strategic Networking:  Structured time to connect with peers from different sectors and regions across the state to build lasting partnerships.

Join us to connect, collaborate, and help shape the future of global education and workforce readiness in Pennsylvania!

Conference Agenda

Detailed agenda is forthcoming.  The schedule is:

  • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM:  Check-in/Continental Breakfast

  • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM:  Collaborative Convening: The PACIE Ecosystem

  • 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM:  Affinity Group Dialogues

  • 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM:  Lunch Plenary

  • 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM:  Mixed-Group Action Brainstorming

  • 2:45 PM - 3:00 PM:  Coffee Break

  • 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM:  Partnership Building Network

Location, Parking & Lodging

Location

The 2026 PACIE Global Leadership Summit will be held at Temple University in the heart of Philadelphia.

Temple University – Main Campus
Howard Gittis Student Center, Room 200 (south side entrance)
1755 N. 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122

See campus map here.

Temple's Main Campus is conveniently accessible by car, SEPTA Regional Rail, the Broad Street Line subway (Cecil B. Moore Station), rideshare services, and multiple bus routes, making travel easy for both local and out-of-town attendees.

Driving Directions

Temple University is conveniently located near major highways and is easily accessible from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

From the North (Northeast Extension/I-476 or I-95 South)

  • Take I-476 South (Northeast Extension) or I-95 South toward Philadelphia.

  • If traveling via I-95, take Exit 22 for I-676 West (Central Philadelphia).

  • Exit onto Broad Street (PA-611) North.

  • Continue north on Broad Street to Temple University's Main Campus.

From the South (Delaware, Baltimore, Washington, D.C.)

  • Take I-95 North toward Philadelphia.

  • Follow signs for I-676 West/Central Philadelphia.

  • Exit at Broad Street (PA-611) and continue north to Temple University's Main Campus.

From the Pennsylvania Turnpike (West)

  • Take the Pennsylvania Turnpike to the appropriate interchange connecting to I-476 or I-76 toward Philadelphia.

  • Follow signs to I-676 East or Broad Street (PA-611), then continue north to Temple University's Main Campus.

Parking

Liacouras Garage (Recommended)

The Liacouras Garage, located on 15th Street between Montgomery Avenue and Cecil B. Moore Avenue, is the closest parking option for Summit attendees, and is just a short walk from the Student Center.

Advance parking reservations through ParkMobile are required. Prepaid reservations guarantee your parking space for the event.

Parking Rates

  • $22 – Temple University events (includes all taxes and fees)

Please have your ParkMobile QR code ready to scan upon entry.

Street Parking

Limited metered street parking is available on and around campus.

Typical Philadelphia Parking Authority meter rates in the surrounding area range from $2–$3 per hour, depending on the block and time of day. Payments are made using the ParkMobile app. Be sure to check posted signs carefully for parking restrictions, permit-only areas, and time limits. Availability can be limited during weekdays. 

Rideshare services and public transportation are also convenient alternatives for reaching campus.

Lodging

Attendees traveling from outside the Philadelphia area will find a variety of hotels within a short drive or transit ride from Temple University.

Recommended accommodations include:

Many visitors also choose to stay in Philadelphia's Center City, where additional hotels, restaurants, and attractions are available, with convenient public transit service to Temple University.

Meals and Inclusions

PACIE Global Leadership Summit registration includes the following meals and events:

  • Continental breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Afternoon coffee break

Questions

Submit questions to conference@pacie.org.