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.

Speaker Proposals Now Open

Be a Changemaker! LeadingAge Colorado invites proposals for one-hour sessions at the 2026 Annual Conference. Showcase your expertise and inspire our members.

Session Details:

• Maximum 3 speakers per session
  Complimentary registration for the day of presentation
• Access to attend other same-day sessions at no charge
• No honoraria, reimbursement, or compensation

Suggested Topics:

• Professional Development: Leadership, coaching, stress management, staff engagement
• Growth & Services: Innovative business models, activities programming, marketing, navigating mergers and acquisitions
• Clinical Operations: Behavioral & mental health, hospice, fall risk, ALF resident complexity, infection control
• HR & Financial Operations: Recruitment & retention, quality improvement, Medicare/Medicaid
• Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Policy updates, survey prep, new legislation
• Technology & Security: AI, digital health tools, identity security for seniors, cybersecurity
• Other / Innovation: National trends in senior housing, workforce development, food & beverage, creative practices in infection control

Submit Your Proposal by: Friday, January 2, 2026

Submit Your Proposal

Official Hotel Booking

Beware of third-party companies contacting members offering to “assist” with hotel reservations. These companies are not affiliated with LeadingAge Colorado.

To protect yourself:

• Do not share credit card information with unverified sources|
• We do not use third-party housing companies
  Verify the sender: official emails come from @leadingagecolorado.org or [email protected]

Your Official Hotel Reservation Link:
Reserve your room at the Grand Hyatt Vail

Bookmark this link and use it exclusively for your lodging needs. Contact us if you are unsure about any communication regarding reservations.

Key Dates

• Exhibit & Sponsorship Opportunities: Early 2026
• Conference Registration Opens: Spring 2026

Want Updates First? Contact Sarah McVeigh at [email protected]