ACCP Employee Engagement Virtual Summit

Employee Engagement Virtual Summit
November 12-13, 2025
1pm – 5pm ET
Interactive Online Program

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Program Description

Expectations around employee engagement are evolving, and so are the strategies to meet them. Associates want more than volunteer days and matching gifts; they want a voice in shaping impact, purpose, and culture. 

The ACCP Employee Engagement Virtual Summit brings together CSR and employee engagement leaders to explore innovative approaches for building people-powered programs that inspire action, drive connection, and align with business goals. 

Through thought-provoking speakers, practical sessions, and case studies, you’ll gain tactics for deepening employee participation and making your volunteer programs more inclusive, measurable, and resilient in today’s dynamic environment.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will: 

  • Learn strategies to align employee engagement with business and social impact priorities 
  • Explore models that balance corporate values with employee voice and autonomy 
  • Identify ways to strengthen leadership buy-in and cross-functional collaboration 
  • Discover frameworks to measure and communicate the value of employee engagement initiatives 
  • Gain inspiration from real-world programs led by employees at every level 

Key AGENDA Highlights

Day 1

Day 2

Building the Foundation 
  • Keynote: Purpose-Driven Employee Engagement 
  • Session: Building Employee-Led Social Impact Programs 
  • Panel & Idea Exchanges: Employee Ambassador Programs
Scaling & Strategy 
  • Panel: Making Employee Engagement & Social Impact Matter for Leaders
  • Session: Measuring What Matters – Demonstrating the ROI of Employee Engagement
  • Panel: Inspiring Purpose Driven Employees and the Future of Employee Engagement

Detailed Schedule

Day 1 - November 12, 2025

TimeDetails
1:00 – 1:15 PMWelcome & Brief Introduction of Topic
1:15 – 2:15 PMMeasuring What Matters – Demonstrating the ROI of Employee Engagement

Proving the business and social value of employee engagement programs is critical for securing long-term investment. This session will explore metrics, storytelling techniques, and reporting frameworks that help CSR leaders and HR professionals demonstrate the impact of employee-driven initiatives on recruitment, retention, satisfaction, and brand reputation.
2:15 – 2:30 PMBreak
2:30 – 3:45 PMDesigning for Impact – Aligning Employee Engagement with Business Strategy

Explore how companies are designing employee engagement programs that align with business goals while driving meaningful social impact. Through real-world case studies and practitioner insights, panelists will share how they develop initiatives that resonate across departments and support broader talent, culture, and brand strategies. Learn how to co-create opportunities with employees, incorporate feedback loops, and strike the right balance between employee passion and business priorities.
3:45 – 4:45 PMBreakouts & Idea Exchanges
4:45 – 5:00 PMClosing Remarks & Day 2 Preview

Day 2 - November 13, 2025

TimeDetails
1:00 – 1:10 PMWelcome, Day 1 Recap and Day 2 Overview
1:10 – 2:10 PMPanel: Evolving Strategies for Participation and Engagement

As employee expectations evolve, so must the strategies used to engage them in social impact initiatives. This session will explore how to boost participation by leveraging incentive programs, recognition strateiges, and meeting employees where they are. Panelists will share insights on designing inclusive, accessible engagement opportunities that reflect diverse work environments, motivations, and interests.
2:10 – 2:20 PMBreak
2:20 – 3:10 PMSpark Session & Q&A: Employee Ambassador Programs


Volunteer ambassador programs can significantly expand the capacity of CSR teams while creating localized impact that reflects employee and community needs. Learn how to design and sustain effective employee-led engagement models that increase participation, develop leaders, and align with business priorities.”
3:10 – 3:45 PMBreakouts: Employee Ambassador Programs
3:45 – 3:50 PMBreak
3:50 – 4:50 PMWorkshop & Q&A

Explore how to bring enterprise-level engagement and volunteer strategies to life in ways that resonate with employees and communities across different locations and contexts. Whether regional, national, or global, learn how to empower local teams and stay responsive to community needs while maintaining strategic alignment.
4:50 – 5:00 PMClosing Remarks
Who Should Attend
  • CSR practitioners managing employee engagement or volunteer programs 
  • HR & Internal comms professionals 
  • Business partners supporting culture, DEIB, or employee experience 
  • Any professionals looking to revamp or deepen social impact participation inside their company  
Cost:
  • Members: $450
  • Nonprofit Partners: $450
  • Non-members: $650
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