OVERVIEW

What to expect at the NPACE Chicago APP  Exchange and Expo?

Step into an era of innovation and discovery as the spirit of the Roaring Twenties meets today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. This APP conference delivers timely, evidence-based updates on high-impact clinical topics, emerging guidelines, and contemporary treatment strategies.
*Conference registration includes free access to the APP Expo hall. 

Sessions Snapshot

Networking

Legendary Location

🎓 20+ CE/CME Credits

🧠 Recognition of unique neurologic disorders

💊 Optimize medication management in a variety of illnesses

❤️ Stay Current on Acute MI Diagnosis & Care 

👶 Recognize High-Risk Pediatric Patients 

🌟 Enhance Adolescent Care Skills 

🤝  Network at The APP Expo Exchange, free for all conference attendees. 

💡 Food & insight, current Product Theaters for breakfast and lunch from leading healthcare partners.

🎉 Learning meets fun - music, games, jokes, and discussions.

💃 Back by popular demand the Roaring 20's party social hour!

🚤 Chicago’s Architecture Cruise 

🎡 Navy Pier 

🛍️ Shop the Magnificent Mile

🧁 Indulge at Sprinkles or Eat Chicago Deep Dish

☕ Visit Starbucks Reserve 

🌆 Experience the City After Dark 

⚾ Take Me Out to Wrigley

HIGHLIGHTS

In addition to live sessions, NPACE offers exclusive on-demand CE/CME courses available just prior to conference start.  This additional learning provides flexibility to explore relevant topics at your own pace.

*Enjoy access to all content for 90 days post conference!

Keynote Speaker

Wendy Wright, a renowned nurse practitioner leader, entrepreneur, and educator, is dedicated to enhancing clinical excellence and empowering NPs to lead and innovate. 

Things To Do!

From world class museums and architectural landmarks to vibrant nightlife, Chicago offers something for every visitor!

Hotel/Venue 

Located along Chicago's iconic Magnificent Mile, the InterContinental Chicago combines historic elegance with modern luxury in the heart of dowtown. 

PRICING

Conference cancellations can be completed through the registration platform up to 2 weeks prior to the event.  A $75 non-refundable administration fee will be deducted from your registration total.

DEAL ALERT!

Save $150 on your full conference registration when staying 3+ nights at the conference hotel.  Book your hotel first & have you confirmation number ready prior to conference registration.

*Only one discount per hotel room. Not for APP Expo, only full conference attendees.

NPACE Exclusive Travel Hacks!

NPACE is excited to offer airfare and rental car discounts through Delta, United Airlines, Avis, Budget, and Hertz. Click the 'More Information' button above!

EXPERT SPEAKERS

NPACE uses a variety of expert speakers throughout each day. Content is APP practice specific to help improve patient outcomes, increased knowledge, and enhance professional skills.  

Speakers welcome discussion in live session Q&A!

Jen Carlquist

Chris Hemmer

Jessica Peck

Kim Zuber

PA-C, ER CAQ

DNP, APRN, ANP, ONP-C, FAANP

DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, CNL, FAANP, FAAN

 PA-C

SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS

Sponsors, exhibitors, and partners are an essential part of NPACE events, helping to provide our APP audience with additional industry information. NPACE sponsors provide product theater and hands-on training programs throughout the event. 

For more information check out the conference agenda and join us! 

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

Nurse Practitioner Associates for Continuing Education is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurse Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation

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Conference organizers will apply for AAPA Category 1 CME credits from the AAPA Review Panel. This program has not yet been approved for CME credit. Total number of approved CME credits is yet to be determined. The AAPA application occurs 8 to 10 weeks prior to the event to ensure accurate speaker descriptions and objectives.

NPACE has received AAPA Category 1 CME credit for each event since 2024.

DETAILS

WHEN

August 16, 2027 – August 19, 2027
7:00 AM-5:00 PM CT

WHERE

InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile

505 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
USA

CONTACT US

Catherine Frattasio: hotel or venue cfrattasio@npace.org

Emily Eddins: sponsorship or exhibiting eeddins@npace.org

Danielle Slavin: speakers or education dslavin@npace.org

NPACE Team: npace@npace.org