Event Overview
At Change Makers: 2026 Annual Conference and 46th Annual Exhibitors Forum we celebrate and empower the change makers among us—those leading aging services with heart, grit, and vision.
This is where local leaders come to connect, recharge, and recommit to the work that matters most. Where ideas take root, innovations grow, and together, we chart a future that reflects the best of who we are.
Come ready to ignite change—right here, right now, in Wisconsin.
Join us as we come together to
Further our impact.
This comprehensive program offers a dynamic lineup of expert-led sessions, covering essential topics
that will elevate your senior care operations:
Dive into the latest trends and best practices for chief decision-makers
Stabilize and energize your workforce
Explore effective strategies for navigating clinical obstacles
Gain invaluable knowledge on pursuing excellence in assisted living
Agenda
Agenda at a Glance
Here's an overview of what's happening at the event!
- 9:00 AM - 11:30 AMLeading Choice Member Meeting
- 10:15 AM - 11:30 AMProfessional Networking Meetings
- 1:15 PM - 4:30 PMPre-Conference Workshops
- 5:00 PM - 6:30 PMWelcome Reception
- 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMHosted Hop [Hosted Event]
- 8:00 AM - 9:15 AMOpening Keynote
- 9:30 AM - 10:30 AMBreakout Sessions A
- 10:45 AM - 11:45 AMBreakout Session B
- 11:45 AM - 2:15 PMLunch at the 46th Annual Exhibitors Forum
- 2:15 PM 3:15 PMBreakout Sessions C
- 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMBreakout Sessions D
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMExecutive Impact Mixer [Invitation Only]
- 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMHospitality Reception
- 8:30 AM - 9:30 AMBreakout Sessions E
- 9:45 AM - 10:45 AMBreakout Sessions F
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMBreakout Sessions G
- 12:00 PMAdjournment
- 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWACH Meeting [Invitation Only]
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 11 total participant hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval #20270928-47-A123510-IN.
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Notable Speakers
Michelle Godfrey
President & CEO, Attic Angel,
Board Chair, LeadingAge WI
and Session Speaker
Gregory J. Fine
Leadership Advisor, Strategist, and Keynote Speaker
KATIE SMITH SLOAN
President & CEO, LeadingAge and Pre-Conference Speaker
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