arkansas career development association
ACDA is a State Division of the
National Career Development Association
The purpose of ACDA shall be to create a partnership among career development practitioners from business/industry, secondary career guidance instructors and counselors, colleges, career pathways, workforce services, public and private agencies, private practices, and to establish and improve the standards of professional service in the field of career development in Arkansas.
ACDA Mission
To support, inspire and empower the achievement of Career Development Facilitators by providing professional development, resources, standards and expectations, opportunities for leadership, and advocacy.
2024-2025 ACDA Officers
President - Lisa Edwards - LEdwards@cfsd.k12.ar.us
Past President - Misty Jolly - misty.jollly44@gmail.com
President Elect -
Treasurer - (position is open)
Secretary - Missy Martin - missy.martin@ade.arkansas.gov
Executive Director - Stephanie Freeman
Advisor - Ray Henson
Conference Committee -
Website Manager - Cindy Mason
Renew your ACDA membership or join ACDA today for the June 1 - May 31 each year.
Membership is only $10!
ACDA Membership Form Below
ACDA Leadership Academy (Autosaved).pdf