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2026 Institute for Administrative Assistants

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM (EDT) to Friday, June 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM (EDT)

Hilton Charlotte University Place

8629 JM Keynes Dr
Charlotte, NC

Discover practical strategies and resources to effectively support an independent school administrator, division, or department. Gain actionable insights for tackling challenges with confidence, and connect with a network of peers to exchange time-saving tips and proven solutions.

Sessions:

  • AI Tools for Administrative Assistants
  • Discretion, Diplomacy & Supportive Leadership
  • Head of School Panel Discussion
  • How I Found My Reset Button: Self-Care, Boundaries & Avoiding Burnout
  • Motivating & Inspiring Forward Momentum
  • Planning and Managing Daily Demands 
  • Preparing for Transitions
  • Roundtable Discussions: Small Group Problem-Solving 

Registration: 

  • By February 6: Members $695 | Non-Members $829 
  • By April 3: Members $795 | Non-Members $929 
  • By May 29: Members $895 | Non-Members $1,029 
  • By June 10: Members $995 | Non-Members $1,129 
  • After June 10: Members $1,195 | Non-Members $1,329
 

Hilton Charlotte University Place
8629 JM Keynes Drive | Charlotte, NC 28262  

  • Group rate: $179
  • Cut-off date: May 23 or when the block is full (whichever comes first)
  • Reservation link here.

The hotel block is now open. If you receive an error message or if the block is full, please contact info@sais.org.

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Event Policies & Acknowledgments

Review Event FAQs at this link.
  • For questions about event registration or special accommodations, contact info@sais.org
  • For questions about speakers and sessions, contact elizabeth@sais.org.
  • For questions about exhibiting, contact anna@sais.org.