An experience built on perspective, connection, and the kind of conversations that stay with you. Revisit #SpringSymposium26

#SpringSymposium26 A few days aligned around a shared mission: new perspective, real conversation, and leadership growth. We can happily say... Mission accomplished ☑️

Three conversations. One focus: leadership. Purposeful leadership. Navigating change. Adapting to the student-athlete. #SpringSymposium26

Closing out the day with connection and conversation. A full day of learning at Quantico, followed by time to engage and reflect with peers. #SpringSymposium26

An impactful keynote from Dr. Rebecca Calder — retired naval officer and the first female graduate of the U.S. Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN). Hope, Efficacy, Resilience and Optimism (HERO) #SpringSymposium26

An afternoon spent at @USMCMuseum. A powerful look at service and leadership, while reflecting on the sacrifice made by others for our freedom. #SpringSymposium26

Parallels between service and sport. “If you do the small things well, the big things will follow.” From how you show up each day to how teams prepare and operate, success is built on discipline, consistency, and accountability, principles shared across both environments. #SpringSymposium26

Conversations continue over lunch at #SpringSymposium26. Thank you to ProMind Insight for supporting today’s luncheon and continued dialogue with Marine officers and 2nd lieutenants.

Teamwork. Preparation. Execution. Lessons that extend far beyond the field and into athletics leadership. #SpringSymposium26

Setting the tone at @MCB_Quantico. Major General Walker Field and Pat Manak kick us off, welcoming our ADs as #SpringSymposium26 gets underway.

Next stop: Quantico. We are on the move for a full day of learning and engagement at #SpringSymposium26.

Day 1 of #SpringSymposium26 ☑️ Tomorrow brings a full day of learning, engagement and perspective as we head to @MCB_Quantico to learn from "the few, the proud, the Marines." #ReadyUSMC #NACDAfamily

Registration is underway at #SpringSymposium26. Thank you to Ameritas for supporting the experience and welcoming attendees as they arrive.

@RealJCarmichael is headed to Quantico! Who is joining him for three days of connection, learning, and professional growth? #SpringSymposium26

“It is from start to finish, an opportunity to be a better leader and to get recharged on what your goals and what your needs are, when you get back to campus.”- @WNYsD2AD, Vice President for Athletics, @DaemenAthletics Hear why athletics directors attend the NACDA Spring Symposium. 📅 April 12–14, 2026 📍 Quantico, Virginia 🏨 Hotel reservation deadline: March 9 🔗 nacda.com/springsymposium #SpringSymposium26