Attendee counts:- 6,700+
ACTE CareerTech VISION 2025 – Event Overview
When & Where
Dates: December 9–12, 2025
Venue: Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, Tennessee
Who Attends
VISION 2025 brings together a broad cross-section of the Career & Technical Education (CTE) community, including:
Secondary and postsecondary CTE educators
CTE administrators and program leads
Business and industry partners engaged with CTE
Workforce development professionals
Policy makers and education leaders
Credentialing organizations and assessment providers
Emerging educators and student advocates
Industry / Sector Breakdown
Attendees represent diverse fields connected to CTE, such as:
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Business, Marketing & Finance
Engineering & Technology
Health Science Education
Hospitality & Human Services
Information Technology & Computer Science
Manufacturing & Trades
Work-Based Learning / Apprenticeship Programs
Career-Readiness & Credentialing Organizations
Job Title / Functional Role Breakdown
Key roles include:
Teachers & Instructors (Secondary and Postsecondary)
CTE Program Directors, Coordinators, and Administrators
Workforce Development Managers
Industry Partners & Trainers
Skills Assessors, Credentialing Specialists
Policy Advisors, Education Strategists
Instructional Designers & Curriculum Developers
Education Technology Leaders
Geographic Reach
The conference draws participants nationally across the United States, including:
Local and state-level CTE administrators and educators
Regional industry partners and workforce development agencies
National credentialing bodies and education associations
What to Expect
Hundreds of concurrent sessions covering instructional strategies, curriculum design, and emerging CTE trends
Keynote presentations by leading voices in education, workforce, and industry
A comprehensive Expo Hall with 350+ companies showcasing CTE tools, solutions, and resources
Hands-on workshops and exhibitor-led demonstrations
Credential Corner, highlighting certification and assessment pathways for students
Networking events, peer meetups, and collaboration spaces for educators, administrators, and industry
Thought-leadership discussions on policy, equity, future-ready skills, and innovation in CTE
Why Attend
Gain actionable insights into high-quality CTE program design
Explore real-world partnerships between education and industry
Discover the latest technology, assessment, and credentialing tools
Build your professional network with fellow educators, business leaders, and policymakers
Grow your capacity to prepare students for career success through hands-on learning and work-based experiences
ACTE's CareerTech VISION 2025 _ Attendee List
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