The Connection Engine at ACA WAY 2026
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Don't leave it to chance.
The Link is where intentional connections happen — book your meeting and make this experience count.
1,200+
Attendees in the Room
80+
Private Meeting Pods
15 min
Per Meeting Slot
12+
Avg. Meetings / Attendee
Why The Link
changes everything.
Intentional Meetings
No more chasing badges across the floor. Pre-book the conversations that actually matter to your business.
Instant Matchmaking
Smart matching pairs you with attendees, sponsors, and speakers aligned with your goals.
Locked Calendars
15-minute slots. Real commitments. Both sides confirm — nobody gets ghosted.
Built for ROI
Walk away with deals in motion, not just business cards. Average attendee books 12+ meetings.
How It Works
Four steps. About five minutes. The most valuable thing you'll do before the conference starts.
01
Activate Your Profile
Tell The Link what you're looking for — partners, clients, talent, deals.
02
Browse the Room
Filter 1,200+ attendees by company, role, focus area, and intent.
03
Send the Invite
Request a slot. Pick a time. Get a confirmation. That's it.
04
Meet & Move Forward
Show up at one of 80+ private meeting pods in the Link Lounge.
In the room
"I booked 5 meetings last year and four
turned into signed contracts before
I flew home."
— ACA WAY 2025 Attendee
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