2026 LeadingAge Colorado Annual Conference & Exhibition
May 11–13, 2026 | Grand Hyatt Vail, Vail, CO
Conference Theme: Changemakers
Join Colorado’s aging services community for three days of education, networking, and inspiration as we explore the future of senior living and care.
Featured Speakers
 Opening General Session | Monday, May 11 | 1:30 PM The Leadership League: Rise of the Change Makers Yanick Hicks, PharmD | Keynote Speaker & Executive Director, Maxwell Leadership Certified Team (tentative) Change makers are not born — they are built. With a rare combination of frontline healthcare experience and high-level corporate leadership, Yanick Hicks delivers a powerful, practical session on what it truly takes to inspire teams, build resilience, and develop the next generation of bold, forward-thinking leaders. Walk away with the mindset and tools to stop managing change and start driving it.
 Conference Keynote | Tuesday, May 12 Becoming Awesome: Building a Champion Mindset Cam Awesome | National Champion & Motivational Speaker Cam Awesome's story doesn't start at the top — it starts at the bottom. From bullied kid to national champion, Cam delivers a high-energy, unforgettable keynote on perseverance, discipline, and grit. Leaders and teams will walk away with a champion mindset, unshakeable confidence, and the tools to take bold, values-driven action no matter what stands in their way.
 Closing General Session | Wednesday, May 13 I Get To: Change Your Words, Change Your Life Chris Cullen | Speaker, Leadership Coach & Resilience Expert What separates leaders who thrive in chaos from those who crack under pressure? Chris Cullen's signature I Get To philosophy has helped thousands of leaders and teams transform burnout into purpose and pressure into performance. Walk away with a new mindset, new language, and the tools to lead change from the inside out.
Attendee Registration
Registration is now open! Secure your spot today and participate in three days of learning, networking, and inspiration.
Early Bird Deadline: April 11— Register by April 11 to lock in the lowest rates!
Key Highlights:
- Opening General Session & Welcome Reception – Monday, May 11
- Resident Panel Discussion & Peer Perspectives Workshop – Learn from leaders and residents alike
- Conference Keynote: Becoming Awesome: Building a Champion Mindset – Cam Awesome, Tuesday, May 12
- Book Signing & Exhibit Networking – Connect with peers and grab Cam Awesome's book
- Interactive Education Sessions – Covering behavioral health, workforce solutions, technology, leadership, AI, and more
- Networking Receptions – Including Monday evening Welcome Reception and Tuesday afternoon 'Changemakers' Networking Reception
- Roundtable Discussions & Changemaker Awards – Wednesday, May 13, featuring collaborative discussions and recognition of outstanding contributions
- Closing General Session: I Get To: Change Your Words Change Your Life
Plan Ahead – Current Schedule of Events The conference registration brochure is now available! Review the full schedule of events and plan your three days in Vail.
Attendee Registration Pricing
Full registration details, pricing, and optional selections are provided in the registration form.
Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities
Connect directly with Colorado's senior living and aging services leaders.
Prime Exhibit Tables
- Tables: 1–7, 11–18
- Price: $1,475 members / $1,825 non-members
- Includes: 6' x 30" table, chairs, wastebasket
- Location: High-traffic areas for maximum visibility
Standard Exhibit Tables
Any other table numbers
Price: $1,175 members / $1,475 non-members
Includes: 6' x 30" table, chairs, wastebasket
For questions or to discuss exhibit/sponsorship opportunities, contact: Sarah McVeigh Email: [email protected] | Phone: 303-837-8834
Official Hotel Booking
Reserve your room at the Grand Hyatt Vail. (Use only this link to avoid third-party scams.)
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