ACCA Cancer Center Administrators Forum (CCAF) Madison 2026
ACCA CCAF Conference Agenda
On behalf of Pete Connor, 2026 Conference Chairperson, the Planning Committee, and the Board of Directors, we are excited to announce that early-bird registration is now open for ACCA CCAF Madison 2026!
The Planning Committee has thoughtfully crafted the 2026 agenda with flexibility in mind, allowing for updates in the coming months to ensure attendees receive the most timely and relevant information.
We look forward to gathering in Madison to share knowledge and connect against the stunning backdrop of the Frank Lloyd Wright–designed Monona Terrace and the beautiful shores of Lake Monona.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Madison! For any questions, please contact Molly Shevlin at molly@mandriergroup.com.
Saturday | April 11, 2026
1:00PM - 5:00PM Pre-Conference Affinity Group Workshops
2:30PM - 3:00PM Workshops Networking Break
5:30PM - 7:00PM Principals Only Reception
Sunday | April 12, 2026
9:00AM - 11:00AM Affinity Group Meet-Ups & New Member Welcome
Melissa Fitzmaurice Neligan, Chief Administrative Officer / Associate Director of Administration, UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center
1:00PM - 1:15PM Welcoming Remarks
1:15PM - 2:00PM Keynote Speaker
To be announced
2:00PM - 2:45PM CCSG: Changes and Updates to be Addressed
Jennifer Rogers, Associate Director for Administration, University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center
2:45PM - 3:15PM Networking Break
3:15PM - 4:00PM Financial Session - Challenges/Solutions in IITs, Pilots, Program/Researcher Investments
4:00PM - 4:45PM Shared Resources Current Topics - Consortiums, Marketing to Non-Institution Users, Industry Partnerships
4:45PM - 6:30PM Welcome Reception in the ACCA Expo Hall & Poster Session Opening
Monday | April 13, 2026
8:00AM - 9:00AM Breakfast
9:00AM - 9:45AM Fireside Chat - Explore How Top Leaders—CEOs and Medical School Deans—View the role and value of NCI designation within their institutions.
Peter Connor, Chief Administrative Officer, University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
9:45AM - 10:30AM EAB Evolution in the Current Environment
Kate Shumate, Chief of Staff and Director, Administration and Planning, UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center
10:30AM - 11:00AM Expo Break
11:00AM - 11:45AM Developmental Funds Debate - Two teams debate the value, need, and purpose of this CCSG section)
11:45AM - 12:30PM Clinical trials Session
12:30PM - 2:00PM Networking Lunch
2:00PM - 2:45PM Faculty and Staff Leadership Pathway Stories - Faculty and staff managers tell us their pathway story
2:45PM - 3:30PM AI Tools from Everyday Users - Learn about AI tools or functions that make a difference in your role or the CCSG submission
3:30PM - 4:00PM Expo Break
4:00PM - 4:30 PM ACCA Annual Business Meeting
4:30PM - 5:15PM Town Hall Commons Live!
Jennifer Rogers, Associate Director for Administration, University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center
Evening On Your Own
Tuesday | April 14, 2026
8:00AM - 9:00AM Breakfast
9:00AM -9:45AM Recently Reviewed Centers Panel Discussion
Nick Fisher, Executive Director of Research & Business Administration, Siteman Cancer Center
9:45AM - 10:15AM Expo Break
10:15AM -11:00AM Government Relations - Navigating current policy, budgetary, and regulatory landscape affecting cancer centers
Peter Connor, Chief Administrative Officer, University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
11:00AM - 11:45AM NCI Update
*agenda subject to change