The 2026 NACE National Conference brought collegiate esports leaders, administrators, students, and industry partners together at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville for three days of connection, learning, and conversations about what comes next for the industry.
For ggCircuit, the convention was another meaningful chapter in our relationship with NACE. As a Preferred Infrastructure Partner, we are proud to support NACE and its member schools as they build stronger, more sustainable esports programs. That partnership goes far beyond technology. It is about listening, collaborating, and helping programs create environments that serve students, coaches, and administrators.
Throughout the convention, we reconnected with current customers and met with many potential partners. These conversations gave us the chance to better understand each program’s goals, challenges, and long-term roadmap. Some schools are expanding established programs. Others are building new facilities, growing student communities, developing curriculum, or planning the next phase of competition.
Every conversation reinforced why these events matter: growth begins with understanding the people and priorities behind each program.
That’s where Ben and I believe ggCircuit brings the most value. We help schools manage their technology, protect students, keep systems up to date, and simplify daily operations so staff can focus on their players and communities.
UNF was an incredible host, and the Flight Deck Esports & Innovation Arena was one of the highlights of the event.
The space is a powerful example of what collegiate esports can become, bringing together competition, gaming, broadcasting, student engagement, and career development under one roof.
We are especially proud that ggCircuit helps power this impressive facility.
Thank you to Riley Long, the NACE team, UNF, and every program that spent time with us in Jacksonville. Collegiate esports is moving fast, and ggCircuit is proud to help build what comes next!
