The amount of experience, knowledge and professionalism from our keynotes is unmeasurable and we are excited to share them with you.

Welcome from Carol Silver Elliott – Chair of LeadingAge National Board

Carol will join our conference as a representative of LeadingAge and kick us off with her high spirit.

Rubber Band Resilience: How Senior Care Can Stretch Without Snapping

Kathy Parry, Energy Expert

In this powerful keynote Kathy will share how devastating news led her on a journey to discovering the keys to thriving in the face of challenging circumstances. Kathy will inspire and encourage your audience to stretch, not snap when faced with disruption. Known for her candid stories and optimistic approach, Kathy is an expert in creating energetic teams and engaged professionals.

Reigniting Post-COVID-19 Employee Engagement by Creating a High-Performance CommuniTEAM

Bruce Berlin, President of Prioriteams

The after-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic are taking their toll on employee morale, engagement, & productivity. In this session presented by Bruce Berlin, attendees will learn how to create a high-performing CommuniTEAM…a place where employees Know & Are Known, Trust & Are Trusted, Love & Are Loved, & Hold Each Other Mutually Accountable.

The Changing Landscape of Senior Living

John H. Cochrane III, President and CEO of HumanGood

2020 was an unprecedented year which brought new challenges and opportunities. HumanGood President and CEO John Cochrane will discuss the impact of these changes on our core business model and what we must do to meet changing consumer demands in 2021 and beyond.

You Can Be Perfect or You Can Be Happy

Karith Foster, CEO of Inversity Solution & Founder of F.R.A.M.E

Perfect or Happy™ is a humorous and poignant interactive presentation that reminds us we can choose perfection or happiness. Karith masterfully guides her audience through the crazy balancing act of life, work and social media with the end goal of finding peace and happiness in our imperfection.

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Stephanie Gfeller, MS, LACHA is the Director of Education and Leadership. Stephanie joined the association in 2019 and oversees the development of our education programs, writes and manages all of our federal grant programs, and leads our Center for Leadership program. With her master’s degree in Gerontology from Kansas State University, adult care home administrator license, experience as a researcher and instructor at the K State Center on Aging, and endless creativity, Stephanie is ideally suited to her leadership role in our field. Outside of work Stephanie enjoys reading, supporting her kids at all their activities, serving as a 4-H club leader, and being outside helping on her family farm. You can reach Stephanie directly at 785.670.8047.