FCS Athletic Directors,

Please plan to join your peers in Nashville, Tennessee, January 4–5, 2026, for an exclusive leadership weekend, held in conjunction with the FCS National Championship.

Hosted by the Ohio Valley Conference (OVC) at the Renaissance Hotel Nashville, this two-day event will feature strategic discussions, professional development sessions, and unique networking opportunities — all designed to elevate the FCS experience.

• FCS Forum: "Why FCS? The Future of Our Division"
  • Breakout sessions - focused on areas of need
  • Social Connections – evening receptions designed for networking with peers, boosters and partners
  • Professional Development – strategies for today's administrators navigating challenges
• Top Connect: AD Role in Hiring & Mentorship
  •  Top FCS assistants plus athletics directors in real hiring conversations and mock interviews
• FCS/NFL/AFCA Combine Showcase
  • Exclusive showcase for FCS athletics
• VIP Tailgate &FCS National Championship Game (Monday, Jan. 5)
  • Donor and booster engagement leading into the National Championship game at 7:30 pm CT

This exclusive event offers a can't-miss opportunity to connect with 50+ schools, NCAA/NFL/FCS ADA leaders, and key industry stakeholders while celebrating the growth and momentum of FCS football.

• Hotel Registration – Renaissance Nashville Hotel 
  • Additional Hotel Options – via the Nashville Convention/Visitors Board 
• FCS Forum Registration – Register TODAY 
• FCS Championship Game Tickets – VIP ticket includes food and access to private cash bar 
  • Promo Code: FCSVIP
• Private Suite Options – please contact Megan Walaitis at Vanderbilt (megan.walaitis@vanderbilt.edu)

If you have any questions, please contact NCAA FCS Championship staff Ty Halpin (thalpin@ncaa.org), Donisha Carter (dcarter@ncaa.org), and Antonio Cannavaro (acannovaro@ncaa.org).