This agenda is subject to change.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Location: Top of the Hill, 1 Constitution Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002 (across from the U.S. Capitol and close to Union Station)
Please note that transportation from the conference hotel to Top of the Hill is not provided. Union Station is on the Red Line and is approximately a 10–15 minute Uber or cab ride from the conference hotel, depending on traffic.
9:30 a.m.: Arrival and check-in
10:00–11:00 a.m.: Welcome from ACE President Ted Mitchell; remarks from ACE Senior Vice President Jon Fansmith; briefing and overview of the day from ACE’s Government Relations staff
11:00 a.m.–noon: Panel discussion on appropriations and authorizing legislation (TBA)
Noon–1:00 p.m.: Working lunch (provided); Soapbox will provide instructions for congressional meetings
1:00–4:00 p.m.: Meetings with congressional delegations
4:00–5:00 p.m.: Concluding discussion led by ACE’s Government Relations staff
5:00 p.m.: Return to the hotel
5:30 p.m.: Welcome reception for the ACE Experience 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Washington (1000 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20001)
