Leadership and Advocacy Summit

The ACS Leadership & Advocacy Summit will be held February 28–March 3, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt Washington, DC Hotel. This in-person-only event is designed for ACS members, leaders, and advocates to develop essential leadership skills and advocacy strategies. Through dynamic sessions and interactive workshops, you’ll gain tools to strengthen your leadership capabilities, advance healthcare policy, and influence the future of surgery. 

The Summit will begin on Saturday afternoon, February 28, with educational workshops on Making the Most of Your Communications Opportunities, and Building Your Leadership Brand to Increase Impact. On Sunday, March 1, the Leadership Summit will showcase compelling speakers addressing key themes in surgical leadership. During the Leadership Summit, attendees will learn new and innovative ways to face challenges and enhance their leadership skills in all settings.

The Advocacy Summit kicks off with a Welcome Reception and Keynote Dinner on Sunday night, March 1. On Monday and Tuesday, March 2-3, expert panelists will discuss ACS-supported advocacy priorities and how surgeons can play a role in future healthcare transformation. Advocacy training and scheduled congressional visits will enable attendees to put their advocacy skills to work. 

The Advocacy Summit is only open to US citizens and residents who are ACS members.

If you have any questions about the Leadership and Advocacy Summit, please contact lasummit@facs.org.