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Fall Conference – 2025
Are you ready to connect with California’s leading Career Technical Education administrators, educators, and industry partners at the Fall 2025 CCCAOE Conference?
Collaborating for Success: CTE Partnerships
Driving a Future-Ready Workforce.
Join us as we strengthen partnerships, foster innovation, and prepare students for tomorrow’s workforce. Participate in this dynamic opportunity to connect with inspiring leaders and peers who share your commitment to making a meaningful impact every day.
Full Schedule will be released on October 3, 2025
Schedule Overview
Tuesday, October 21 (1:00 pm – 5:15)
Pre-Conference Sessions
Wednesday, October 22 (8:00 am – 5:00)
Pre-Conference Session
Regional Meetings
CCCAOE Business Meeting- Keynote
Plenary Sessions
Update by Chancellor’s Office, California Community Colleges
Thursday, October 23 (1:00 pm – 5:15)
Breakout Sessions
Keynote
Breakout Sessions
Friday, October 24 (8:00 am – 11 am)
General Sessions
Closeout
Full conference registration is needed to attend pre-conference sessions
Location:
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort
41000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, California, 92270
Airport options:
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) is approximately 10 miles away.
Ontario Airport (ONT) is about 75 miles away.
Meals
Breakfasts
Will be provided Wednesday – Friday
Lunch
Will be provided on Wednesday & Thursday
Mid-Morning Breaks
Will be provided Wednesday-Friday
Mid-Afternoon Breaks
Will be provided on Wednesday & Thursday
Reception
Wednesday Evening
Why Attend?
- Build connections with career education professionals and industry innovators.
- Gain practical solutions to workforce and education challenges.
- Explore trends and promising practices shaping the future of education and economic development
Who Should Attend?
- Faculty, Deans, and Program Administrators
- Workforce Development Professionals
- Industry and Educational Leaders
What to Expect?
- Engage in unparalleled networking opportunities with peers, thought leaders, and workforce partners.
- Collaborate on strategies to align community college programs with future industry demands.
- Discover actionable insights to enhance student success and workforce readiness.
Event Highlights
- Networking to foster impactful collaborations.
- Dynamic keynotes and general sessions that captivate attendees.
- Engaging breakout sessions focused on practical strategies.
- Insights into the partnerships driving innovation across the state.
OMNI RANCHO LAS PALMAS RESORT
RANCHO MIRAGE, CALIFORNIA
October 22-24 2025
Testimonials
“As always, the conference allows for deliberate and intentional networking as well as knowledge building. No matter how many years I have attended, I still enjoy it every time!” – Spring 2025 Conference Attendee
“As a first-time attendee, my experience at CCCAOE was truly valuable and memorable. From the moment I arrived, I felt warmly welcomed by both the association and fellow participants, which made the entire event feel inclusive and supportive.
Overall, CCCAOE exceeded my expectations, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to have been a part of it. I look forward to returning in the future and continuing to grow with this vibrant and passionate community.” – Spring 2025 Conference Attendee
“CCCAOE provides an engaging, informative setting to connect with colleagues and learn about the future of CTE in California. I plan to attend every semester!” – Spring 2025 Conference Attendee
“I have been attending CCCAOE for over a decade, and this was one of the best conferences yet. I appreciated the amount of time allotted for networking and connections. The keynotes and breakouts were relevant and timely for what we are implementing right now at our college.” – Fall 2024 Conference Attendee
“As a new attendee I didn’t know what to expect, the conference blew my mind! Absolutely loved it! I can’t wait to go to the next one.” – Fall 2024 Conference Attendee
F.A.Q.
Are hotel accommodations included in my registration?
No. – All attendees are responsible for covering the cost of their own hotel accommodations
Is the preconference worked into the full registration cost, or is that a separate cost?
A full conference registration is needed to join a pre-conference session. Please note that meals are not provided on Tuesday.
RSVP’s are not required, but some sessions would love to know you’re coming.
You can confirm using the link in the session description
Will meals be provided to attendees?
Breakfast is Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Lunch is served on Wednesday and Thursday. A light evening reception is served on Wednesday evening.
Is there a way to request a refund if I register and am unable to attend?
Yes. – Please consult our refund policy here.
Where can I find the schedule?
The schedule is outlined at the top of this page.
Can I substitute my registration for someone else?
Attendance Substitutes are acceptable. However, after the cancellation deadline, you are responsible for full payment.
Please email substitute’s first and last name, cellphone (for registration purposes) as well as their job title and college/organization affiliation to registration@cccaoe.org for name tag and registration purposes as early as possible.
Please include your name and organization in the email.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: (877) 7- CCCAOE
Ericka Sandoval, Executive Assistant and Registration
registration@cccaoe.org
Gary Quire, Executive Director
executivedirector@cccaoe.org
Mailing Address:
CCCAOE
4255 Campus Drive, Suite A100-6233,
Irvine, CA 92616
41000 Bob Hope Drive
Rancho Mirage, CA, 95814
CCCAOE rates begin at $199++
Book by September 29, 2025
Please register first before booking your room.
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