The 2026 FACCA Retreat brings together researchers, clinicians, and institutional leaders from across Florida to strengthen partnerships and advance collaborative cancer research initiatives.
This year’s retreat is focused on translating innovation into impact—leveraging emerging technologies, strengthening statewide infrastructure, and ensuring that scientific advancements benefit all communities.
Thursday, May 7 – Friday, May 8, 2026
Thursday, May 7th
Registration: 10:30 AM
Reception: 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Dinner: 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Friday, May 8th
Breakfast: 7:45 AM
Closing Session: 2:00 PM
The retreat will be hosted at Hotel Haya in Tampa’s historic Ybor City district.
Hotel Haya
1412 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL 33605
813-462-9515
The program will include a mix of:
The Florida Academic Cancer Center Alliance (FACCA) is a collaborative partnership among Florida’s leading academic cancer centers: Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Moffitt Cancer Center, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center, and University of Florida Health Cancer Center.
FACCA fosters cross-institutional collaboration to accelerate cancer research, strengthen shared resources, and advance innovative solutions that improve outcomes for patients across the state of Florida.