2026 Annual Conference Call For Proposals

Where They Work:
Conference attendees come from throughout Washington’s aging-services continuum — including Life Plan Communities, assisted living, memory care support, skilled nursing facilities, adult day programs, and senior housing.

Who Attends:
Attendees range from direct-line staff and interdisciplinary team members to CEOs and senior executives. Most are experienced professionals seeking advanced, high-impact content; a smaller segment includes emerging leaders who value foundational and supervisory skills development.

Our members are hands-on leaders who expect:

• High-quality, interactive education grounded in real-world experience
• Advanced learning that draws out participants’ deep knowledge and expertise
• Foundational management and supervision skills for newer professionals
• Practical ideas and tools they can implement immediately
• Sessions free of sales or promotion — educational content only

Preference is given to sessions that are interactive, discussion-based, and action-oriented.

We seek proposals that:

• Provide innovative, practical solutions for aging-services providers
• Showcase collaboration, leadership, and change in action
• Reflect the diversity of organizations and roles across Washington’s continuum

Proposals may align with one or more of the following focus areas — or explore a new, forward-thinking idea:

• Innovation, Technology & Design – AI, data analytics, digital tools, and design innovations that promote independence and connection.
• Operations, Finance & Leadership – Business models, governance, occupancy growth, philanthropy, and leading through uncertainty.
• Risk & Resilience – Emergency planning, cybersecurity, insurance, and strategies for maintaining organizational stability.
• Policy, Legal & Public Partnerships – Advocacy, compliance, and partnerships supporting Washington-based initiatives.
• Workforce & Culture – Recruitment, retention, DEI, mental health, succession planning, and workplace belonging.
• Clinical & Service Excellence – QAPI, survey readiness, behavioral health, infection prevention, and person-centered or dementia-care innovation.
• Community & Storytelling – Resident engagement, collaboration, and communication strategies that strengthen mission and culture.

Breakout Session (60 min): Interactive presentation or panel
Innovation Lab (60 min): Short, high-energy, solution-focused session
Deep Dive (2 hrs): Extended, hands-on workshop
Leadership Conversation: Moderated discussion among experts

Our submission form will ask for the following information:

• Session title and 100-200-word description
• Three measurable learning objectives
• Presenter names, titles, and 100-word bios
• Presenter contact information / bio / headshot
• Preferred format and topic area
• How you’ll engage participants

We may collaborate with you to refine your title or content for best audience fit.
Sales-focused presentations will not be considered.
By submitting, you agree that sessions may be recorded or photographed.

Please keep June 1–3, 2026 available until notified of proposal status (by February 1, 2026).
If selected, speakers agree to:

• Cover all expenses related to session development and delivery (no honoraria or travel reimbursement).
• Register for the conference. All presenters are welcome to attend other sessions the day of their presentation(s), but please note that meals are not included. A discounted registration is available for those who wish to participate in meals or conference events.
• Use the approved LeadingAge Washington branded slide deck.
• Follow the LAWA Slide Standards & Best Practices Guide for fonts, colors, and layout consistency.
• Submit presentation / PowerPoint materials by May 1, 2026 for uploading into our system.

Call for Proposals Opens: October 29, 2025
Submission Deadline: December 1, 2025
Notification of Acceptance: January 15, 2026
Conference Dates: June 1–3, 2026