Impact Summit

The Impact Summit is a significant three-day meeting hosted at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile, designed specifically for AACI members and key stakeholders in the cancer community. This event offers a unique opportunity for cancer center colleagues, national cancer research and advocacy groups, industry leaders, and government health agencies to come together to network and collaborate on developing solutions to common challenges faced in the cancer sector. The summit is co-hosted by the Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI), the American Cancer Society, and the Cancer Center Network, ensuring a comprehensive perspective on the future of cancer care and research.The agenda includes the AACI leadership development workshop, which is a pivotal part of the event aimed at nurturing emerging leaders within oncology. This workshop, aligned with Caryn Lerman’s AACI presidential initiative, focuses on enhancing the oncology leadership pipeline by providing didactic and experiential learning sessions designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and insights for effective leadership. Additionally, the 2026 New Cancer Center Directors Meeting will be held alongside the summit, facilitating candid discussions among new cancer center leaders and seasoned directors. This meeting aims to foster relationships and exchange valuable experiences that will benefit the leadership landscape in cancer centers across the nation.