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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? The theme is 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.
CCCAOE has two payment options for registering for all events and conferences:
For individuals and groups with less than 10 participants, registrations may be paid only by credit card.
Groups of 10 or more participants may register by credit card or request a Group Invoice Registration option.
To learn more, email registration@cccaoe.org for details.
2025 Strands:
- Community and Industry Partnerships
- Education Synergy – K12, Adult Ed, Non-Credit, Community, and Contract Ed
- Empowering All Learners
- Experiential & Work-Based Learning
- Funding
- Innovative Teaching and Learning Models and Modalities
Itinerary:
- Pre-Conference Sessions begin on Tues, 10/21 from 1:00 pm – 5:15 pm *
- Regional Meetings on Wed, 10/22
- General sessions on Wed, 10/22, Thurs, 10/23 and Fri, 10/24
- Breakout sessions all on Thurs, 10/23
- Wrapping up on Fri, 10/24, 2025, by 11:00 am.
*Pre-conference is included with full registration but requires a separate RSVP. 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 are provided Wed. – Fri.
- Mid-morning breaks, lunch, and mid-afternoon breaks will be provided Wed. – Fri.
- Reception for ALL will be hosted on 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 21-24 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?
The pre-conference is worked into the full registration. However, that day does not include meals.
Separate RSVPs for each pre-conference offering will be required once they are released.
Stay tuned for when those flyers are released to RSVP.
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
Kimberly Ranalla, Project Manager
projectmanager@cccaoe.org
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++
Please register first before booking your room.
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