<p class="carina-rte-public-DraftStyleDefault-block">The Breakthrough T1D Community Summit is an educational and networking opportunity for all those impacted by type 1 diabetes (T1D). This year, the Breakthrough T1D Community Summit will bring our community together to learn from T1D experts, hear about the latest breakthroughs in T1D research, meet vendor exhibitors, connect with others impacted by T1D, and more. We look forward to having you join us!</p>

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Breakthrough T1D Community Summit: Orange County

Please check-in for your name tag and information. Visit the Vendor Fair with Community Partners, Healthcare Partners, Diabetes Vendors and more!

Check-In & Vendor Fair

9:30 AM- 12:00 PM: Camp Conrad will be hosting a Kids Zone. Children must be signed in and out by guardian. 

Camp Conrad Kids Zone 

Welcome & General Session

Southern California & Hawai'i Territory Executive Director; Greater Orange County Chapter Executive Director 


Welcome: Michelle Popoff, Breakthrough T1D

Dr. Ahn, Breakthrough T1D Board Member | Insight and Updates on the Latest T1D Research. 

Research Update with Dr. David Ahn, Chief of Diabetes Services - Mary and Dick Allen Diabetes Center

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Breakout Sessions

Sandy Preasmyer, NP | Navigate the Ups and Downs of Being Prepared for All Life's Adventures with T1D 

Breakout Session #1: How to Navigate the Highs and Lows of Type 1 Diabetes

Michelle Simes-Kennedy, LCSW, Breakthrough T1D Senior Program Manager - Medical Affairs &  

Samantha Thompson, RD, CDCES, CHOC, Breakthrough T1D Clinical Trials Education Volunteer (CTEV) | Clinical Trials Updates and Information

Breakout Session #2: Clinical Trials and Early Detection: Unlocking the Future of T1D

Carly Nahin, LCSW, ACM-SW | Explore Coping Skills, Safe Spaces, Breaks and Boundaries during this Connected Conversation.

Breakout Session #3: Coping & Connecting with T1D

Lunch buffet will begin at 12:00 PM
Camp Conrad concludes at 12:00 PM. Please pick up your child(ren) to enjoy lunch together with our Keynote Speaker, Celebrity and T1D Athlete, Katie Bone.

Lunch by Newport Rib Company

Luncheon with Keynote Speaker: Katie Bone  -
T1D Athlete and American Ninja Warrior Women's Champion.
Katie made her debut on “American Ninja Warrior” in season 14, becoming one of the youngest females to reach the National Finals. Today, she has her sights set on the Olympics for speed climbing.
