“Connect. Compete. Lead.”
What is Accelerate?
Developing the Next Generation of Business Leaders
Accelerate is a regional professional development conference designed to prepare students for success in business. Hosted at NC State University, the event brings together top business students from across the Southeast for a full day of career development, networking, and recruiting opportunities.
In partnership with Alpha Kappa Psi, Accelerate welcomes approximately 350–400 students representing 8 universities, including Georgia Tech, North Carolina State, North Carolina – Chapel Hill, University of South Carolina, University of Georgia, and many more.
350-400
Students
8
Universities
1 Day
Conference
NC State University
Host
What You’ll Experience
Registration
Students
- Paid admission
- Conference access
- Career Fair
- Workshops
- Networking
Alumni
- Free registration
- Alumni networking
- Volunteer opportunities
Companies
- Recruit top talent
- Company registration
- Recruiter headcount
- Optional donation
Frequently asked questions
A one-day Southeast regional business conference at NC State featuring a career fair, case competition, workshops, and networking for Alpha Kappa Psi members.
Business and business-adjacent students from participating AKPsi chapters across the Southeast.
September 19, 2026 at NC State University.
Business professional attire and printed resumes for the career fair.
See the Companies Attending section — lineup updated as confirmations come in.
Lead a workshop, join an alumni panel, or attend the networking sessions. Contact smshaik2@ncsu.edu.
Attend as a recruiter and engage directly with candidates to build your early-stage talent pipeline. Contact smshaik2@ncsu.edu.
More questions about Accelerate – North Carolina State?
For sponsorships, recruiting, or general event questions,
contact: smshaik2@ncsu.edu
Partner/Sponsor Information
Why Recruit at Accelerate?
Who is Alpha Kappa Psi?
Alpha Kappa Psi is a Professional Co-ed Business Fraternity founded in 1904 with the purpose of developing its members into principled business leaders. Alpha Kappa Psi has grown to be the oldest and largest business fraternity in the world! With an extensive network of alumni, members are able to land opportunities at some of the most profitable companies in the world. As one of the best professional co-ed business fraternities, we are truly preparing our brothers for a life of success.
Members Pursue Careers In
Business Administration • Consulting • Entrepreneurship • Finance • Healthcare • Marketing • Strategy • Technology • +more
298,000+
Members
260+
Chapters
Global
Professional Network