2026 SEC Business School Development Conference
The University of South Carolina’s Darla Moore School of Business looks forward to welcoming development and advancement professionals from across the SEC to the 2026 SEC Business School Development Conference, July 28–30, in Columbia, South Carolina. A nationally recognized leader in business education, research, and global engagement, the Moore School is consistently ranked among the top public business schools in the country and is honored to host this year’s conference. We are excited to bring SEC colleagues together in Columbia for collaborative discussions, the exchange of best practices, and meaningful conversations focused on advancing excellence in business education.
Conference Agenda
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Check-In
2:00 PM
Pre-Conference Tours
3:00 PM
Social Hour & Welcome Dinner
5:30 PM
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Breakfast
8:00 AM
Conference Welcome
9:00 AM
Conference Keynote & Opening Sessions
9:15 AM
Break
10:30 AM
Opening Sessions Continued
10:45 AM
Lunch & Team Photos
12:00 PM
Breakout Session 1
1:30 PM
Snack Break
2:15 PM
Breakout Session 2
2:30 PM
Wrap Up/ Optional DMSB Tours
3:15 PM
Social Hour
5:15 PM
Dinner
6:30 PM
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Breakfast
8:15 AM
Conference Session
9:00 AM
Conference Closing
10:30 AM
Passing the Torch
10:45 AM
Closing & Box Lunches
11:00 AM
- A hotel block has been reserved at the Hilton Columbia Center, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Columbia within walking distance of the Darla Moore School of Business and just minutes from the University of South Carolina’s main campus.
- The hotel offers comfortable accommodations and scenic views of downtown for all guests. Guests may fly into Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE), approximately 15–20 minutes from campus, or choose a nearby major airport, including Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) or Charleston International Airport (CHS), both approximately 1.5 hours from Columbia.
Contact Us
For any questions, contact Kendrick Reed
803-576-8022 | kendrick.reed@moore.sc.edu