Networking Events at Annual Meeting
Join LeadingAge, our state partners, members, and business partners for additional events and receptions! Explore below, click on the event name to expand and see details. Please contact the host listed under each event to get RSVP information. Room locations will be posted in the event app by October 1, 2026.
Saturday, October 24, 2026
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
This event is designed for leaders and sponsors of Catholic-affiliated senior living & care organizations to discuss the current state of Catholic healthcare and elder care and ensure a sustainable future for mission-driven not-for-profits. Meeting will be followed by Celebration of the Eucharist and Reception.
Hosted by: Ziegler/Catholic Health Association, Monica Bain, mbain@ziegler.com -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Invitation only.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, BreAna Moss Matthews, bmoss@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
For those attendees who are registered for the Global Ageing Network (GAN) Summit on Saturday, please join us for this reception immediately following the summit.
Hosted by: Global Ageing Network, Shannon Davis, sdavis@leadingage.org -
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
The CHA Liturgy & Reception follows the Catholic Senior Living Forum.
Invitation only.
Hosted by: Catholic Health Association, Kimberly Skinner, kskinner@chausa.org
Sunday, October 25, 2026
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
This is the premier gathering for Village leaders, advocates, and aging services professionals dedicated to empowering older adults to live independently and stay connected within their communities. Don’t miss this chance to engage with thought leaders, share experiences, and shape the future of Villages! Add on to your Annual Meeting registration; additional fee.
More information here: https://annualmeeting.leadingage.org/villagetovillage/
Hosted by: LeadingAge & Village to Village Network, meetings@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Join LeadingAge members for an opportunity to network with peers who are shaping the future of the aging services field.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amma Addo, aaddo@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
All Annual Meeting attendees are welcome! If your organization is already offering a Continuing Care at Home (CCaH) program or is considering developing one, this event is designed for you.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Dee Pekruhn, dpekruhn@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Lights, camera…Change Makers! Join us for a lively celebration of the people and stories that make senior living extraordinary. We’ll share highlights from TaleGate films created with LeadingAge members, then bring some of the resident “stars” out from behind the screen for a fun, talk-show-style conversation. Come laugh, be inspired, and see why great storytelling is becoming one of the most powerful ways to connect people, build community, and change the way the world thinks about aging.
Hosted by: TaleGate, Jack York, jyork@talegate4joy.com -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Join us to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore innovative approaches tailored to the unique opportunities of operating a single-site life plan community.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Megan Stedjan, mstedjan@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Join LeadingAge members for coffee and to engage with peers around LGBTQ+ inclusive programs, services, and practices in member communities.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Kevin Bradley, kbradley@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Grand Hall
Kick off the conference at the ultimate LeadingAge Tailgate Party as the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the New Orleans Saints on the big screens. Wear your favorite NFL team gear and join fellow attendees for games, music, lunch, networking, and a surprise performance by the Philadelphia Professional Cheerleaders Alumni. Whether you’re rooting for your hometown team or simply there for the tailgate fun and camaraderie, it’s the perfect way to launch an unforgettable week together. Fly Eagles Fly!
Sponsored by:
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
LeadingAge members under 40 are invited to connect, collaborate, and grow together. Through intentional networking opportunities, you’ll quickly become part of a vibrant community ready to support and inspire one another. Find a “conference buddy” to share the multi-day experience, gain fresh insights from industry trailblazers, and leave with practical strategies to advance your career.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Jordan Lollar, jlollar@leadingage.org -
Hard Rock Café (Philadelphia Room)
Invitation only.
Hosted by: LeadingAge New York, Kristen Myers, kmyers@leadingageny.org -
SPIN Philadelphia
Please reach out to your state association for tickets/RSVP information.
Hosted by: LeadingAge IN, Tina Bowman, tbowman@leadingageindiana.org -
City Winery, 990 Filbert Street
LeadingAge members of Arizona, California, Oregon, Pacific West, and Washington are welcome to attend the West Coast Reception. This is an invitation only event. Please contact events@leadingageca.org for any questions.Hosted by: LeadingAge AZ, CA, OR, WA and Pacific West, events@leadingageca.org
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Union League of Philadelphia, 140 South Broad Street
Invitation only, must RSVP. Enjoy an evening reception featuring drinks, food, and plenty of opportunities to reconnect with friends, meet new colleagues, and unwind after the first day of conference activities. Whether you are a longtime member or joining us for the first time, we hope you will stop by for a relaxed evening with fellow members and leaders from Georgia and Tennessee.
Hosted by: LeadingAge GA and TN, Sarah Kozicki, skozicki@leadingagega.org -
Flight Club, 1417 Walnut Street
Hosted for members of the LeadingAge Texas state association. Please RSVP at https://www.leadingagetexas.org/event/26TNO
Hosted by: LeadingAge TX, Dorothy Ferrick, dorothy@leadingagetexas.org -
Masonic Library and Museum of the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania
PA, NJ, & DE members only; RSVP required.
Hosted by: LeadingAge PA, NJ and DE, Ivy Beck, ibeck@leadingagenjde.org -
Loews Philadelphia Hotel
LeadingAge IA, IL, KS, MO, NE combined event.
Hosted by: LeadingAge IL, Michelle Rybicki, mrybicki@leadingageil.org -
City Winery, 990 Filbert Street
Please RSVP here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FS7VWFYHosted by: LeadingAge WI, Marissa Janke, mjanke@leadingagewi.org
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
RSVP only.
Hosted by: Aramark SeniorLIFE+, Ashlyn Delson, delson-ashlyn@aramark.com
Monday, October 26, 2026
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Pennsylvania Convention Center
Join LeadingAge’s Housing Policy team for a structured breakfast event to hear about top policy initiatives and opportunities to expand affordable housing and services for older adults.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Juliana Bilowich, jbilowich@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Philanthropy professionals are invited to join with their colleagues at this networking breakfast to put faces with names, build stronger relationships and strengthen the capacity of philanthropy and fundraising in aging services. You and members of the LeadingAge Philanthropy Peer Network will have an opportunity to share your fundraising challenges and innovative solutions in support of aging services and senior living organizations.Hosted by: LeadingAge, Bob Lagoyda, rlagoyda@leadingage.org
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Pennsylvania Convention Center
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Jodi Eyigor, jeyigor@leadingage.org
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Pennsylvania Convention Center
Join the Leaders of Color Network for an insightful meeting on the past year’s accomplishments and upcoming initiatives to promote inclusive leadership in the aging services field.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amma Addo, aaddo@leadingage.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
For nine months, the residents of Wake Robin prepare for their most highly anticipated event of the year – the tag sale. Over a thousand people flock annually to the continuing care community in northern Vermont, searching for treasures.But where did all this stuff come from?! Light-hearted yet poignant, Tag Sale explores the complex relationship between people and their possessions—and asks what it means to finally let go. Sign up when you register. >>>View film trailer.
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Be sure to attend this joint network reception for LeadingAge’s policy umbrella, encompassing Nursing Home, Affordable Housing, CCAH, HCBS, Home Health, Hospice, Managed Care, Assisted Living and Workforce.
Hosted by:
Affordable Housing: Juliana Bilowich, jbilowich@leadingage.org
Assisted Living: Mollie Gurian; mgurian@leadingage.org
CCAH: Lisa Hoffman, lhoffman@phoebe.org or Dee Pekruhn, dpekruhn@leadingage.org
HCBS: Georgia Goodman; ggoodman@leadingage.org
Home Health/Hospice: Katy Barnett; kbarnett@leadingage.org
Managed Care: Nicole Fallon; nfallon@leadingage.org
Nursing Homes: Jodi Eyigor; jeyigor@leadingage.org
Workforce: Amanda Mead; amead@leadingage.org -
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Hosted by: AJAS, Janine Gelfond, janine@ajas.org -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
LeadingAge NC members only event. Advance RSVP required. Contact LeadingAge NC staff with questions.
Hosted by: LeadingAge NC, Leslie Roseboro, leslie.roseboro@leadingagenc.org -
Strangelove’s, 216 S. 11th Street
LeadingAge Colorado members only.
Hosted by: LeadingAge Colorado, Sarah McVeigh, sarah@leadingagecolorado.org
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Flight Club, 1417 Walnut Street
RSVP only.
Hosted by: LeadingAge Virginia, Claire Ruble, claire@leadingagevirginia.org -
F1 Arcade, 1330 Chestnut Street
RSVP required. Must be a current member of LeadingAge Minnesota to attend. If exhibitors are LAMN Business Partners, they can attend for a fee of $250. No non-member exhibitors.
Hosted by: LeadingAge Minnesota, Jenny Prosser, jprosser@leadingagemn.org -
Attico Rooftop, 219 S Broad Street
Reach out to Kelly Price to register.
Hosted by: LeadingAge MI, Kelly Price, kelly@leadingagemi.org -
Franklin Institute, 222 N 20th Street
Members of LeadingAge Southeast, LeadingAge South Carolina, LeadingAge Maryland and LeadingAge DC are invited to register to attend.
Hosted by: LeadingAge DC, MD, SC and SE, Kasey Anderson, kanderson@leadingagesoutheast.org -
F1 Arcade, 1330 Chestnut Street
Invitation only.
Hosted by: WellSky, Crystal De La Rosa, crystal.delarosa@wellsky.com
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
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Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Lobby
Meet in the Marriott Downtown lobby. Coffee and treats provided by Friendship Village, EXF, KARE, and Navigator GPO. Join your colleagues, friends and vendors for a good morning wake up walk before the sessions begin. No need to RSVP, just show up!
Hosted by: Carmen Fronczak, Friendship Village Senior Services, fronczakcarmen@fvstl.com -
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Join us for a panel discussion to gain fresh perspectives and connect with your peers. RSVP required; invitations will be sent in late September.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amma Addo, aaddo@leadingage.org -
Masonic Library and Museum, One North Broad Street
Please RSVP. Visit www.LeadingAgeMA.org or contact JRoberts@LeadingAgeMA.org for registration information for MA, CT, RI, ME and NH.
Hosted by: LeadingAge MA, J Roberts, JRoberts@LeadingAgeMA.org -
African American Museum (RSVP Required)
Join fellow Leaders of Color Network members for networking and exclusive access to the African American Museum in Philadelphia. Located in the heart of historic Philadelphia, the museum was founded to preserve and celebrate the stories, culture, and contributions of African Americans across generations. Through powerful exhibitions centered on history, art, music, storytelling, and social change, the museum creates an inspiring environment rooted in resilience, creativity, leadership, and community, making it a uniquely meaningful setting for this gathering. RSVP required; invitations will be sent in September.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amma Addo, aaddo@leadingage.org


