Redesigning the IS Discipline for the AI Economy
November 12–14, 2026 | Tampa Bay, Florida
School of Information Systems, Muma College of Business, University of South Florida
The 14th Annual Management Information Systems (MIS) Academic Leadership Conference (MALC 2026) brings senior leaders together to discuss field level strategic opportunities and challenges.
MALC is a small, interactive setting to address important topics including curriculum, placement, enrollment, research, AI, faculty, and industry collaboration.
Established in 1984, the School of Information Systems (SIS) is proud to host MALC 2026 as part of its 40th year celebrations. SIS has over 10,000 alumni and about 1,000 current students across undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Among the first in the nation to offer AI programs, SIS faculty are recognized for research on AI, analytics, design science, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and machine learning.
MALC is by invitation only and relevant for academics with leadership roles in major universities, such as:
- Presidents, Deans, Department Chairs, Area Coordinators, and Program Heads
- Directors of undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral MIS programs
- Research Center Directors
- Journal Editors and Association Leaders
Thursday November 12, 2026 - Welcome Reception
The Tampa Club, Suite 4200, 101 East Kennedy Boulevard, Tampa, FL
- 5:30pm – 7:30pm: The Tampa Club
Friday November 13, 2026 - Conference
Judy Genshaft Honors College (12260 USF Genshaft Dr.)
- 8:00am – 5:00pm: Conference program including breakfast and lunch
- 5:30pm: Debate and Social Event
Saturday November 14, 2026 - Conference
Judy Genshaft Honors College (12260 USF Genshaft Dr.)
- 8:30am – 12:15pm: Conference program including breakfast and box lunch
Click here for detailed program
Hotel
Hilton Tampa Downtown
Located close to the Tampa Riverwalk and many restaurants.
211 North Tampa Street
Tampa, FL 33602, US
Conference Rate: $235 - click here
VENUE and SHUTTLE
The main conference venue is Judy Genshaft Honors College located on University of South Florida's main campus in Tampa at 12260 USF Genshaft Dr, Tampa, FL 33620. The five-story, 85,000-square-foot facility which opened in 2023 is a modern architectural masterpiece.
A shuttle will transport registered MALC attendees from the hotel to the conference venue and back.
The opening welcome reception on Thursday is at The Tampa Club. From the Hilton main entrance on N. Tampa St, walk diagonally across to the right to the Bank of America Bldg. Take elevator to Floor 41. Google Maps link.
Travel to Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a major, modern, and very convenient airport which offers non-stop flights to most US cities. TPA is 7 miles and about 20 minutes to the Hilton.
St Pete - Clearwater (PIE) is much smaller and older but offers non-stop flights to smaller US regions. PIE is 17 miles and about 30-40 minutes to the Hilton.
RIDESHARE - UBER AND LYFT
Uber and Lyft rides are easy to get and inexpensive. Use the following addresses:
- Hotel: Hilton Tampa Downtown (211 North Tampa Street)
- Welcome Reception: The Tampa Club (101 E Kennedy Blvd) - Take elevator to Floor 41
- Conference Venue: Judy Genshaft Honors College (12260 USF Genshaft Dr.)
Registration is only open to individuals who have received a formal invitation from the conference chairs.
