ACE Leadership Network

​​​​​The American Council on Education (ACE)  Leadership Network of Florida

FGCU is a member of the ACE Leadership Network of FL is part of a national system of networks with the goal of advancing and supporting leaders in higher education.

About the ACE Leadership Network of FL

The ACE Leadership Network of FL facilitates networking for individuals pursuing leadership opportunities in higher education. A four part structure—Executive Council, state-based networks with chairs, presidential sponsors, and institutional representatives—facilitates these connections, allowing for the sharing of best practices. 

  • History

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  • ACE Leadership Network IDEALS as Core Principles (ACELNFL enhancements):

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  • FGCU's Chapter

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  • Join the ACE Leadership Network on EagleLink  

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Upcoming Fall Events

Fall 2025 Events


My Leadership Journey: Dr. Debbie Thorne

Join us for a conversation with Dr. Debbie Thorne, Executive Vice President and Provost of Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) as she shares insights from her inspiring journey in higher education.

Monday, October 20, 2025, SRHM 114

Doors open for lunch at 11:30AM

Programming starts at 12:15PM

Register on EagleLink


Contact Us

FGCU ACE Leadership Network Institutional Representative 

Dr. Laura Frost
Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences
lfrost@fgcu.edu

Funding for ACE is provided through the Office of the President and through community partners. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this program do not constitute an endorsement on behalf of FGCU.