Networking Events at Annual Meeting
Join LeadingAge, our state partners, members, and business partners for additional events and receptions! Events will be added as they are finalized so keep checking back. A full list will be posted by mid-September. Explore below, click on the event name to expand and see details.
Saturday, November 1, 2025
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Westin Seaport, Adams Room, Mezzanine Level
Invitation Only
Hosted by: Ziegler/Catholic Health Association, Monica Bain, mbain@ziegler.com -
Invitation only
Hosted by: LeadingAge, BreAna Moss Matthews, bmoss@leadingage.org -
Menino Convention & Exhibition Center
Global Ageing Network Summit participants and presenters will have the opportunity to mingle with global colleagues, share stories, and reflect on the connections that unite us across cultures and borders. Be sure to register for the Global Ageing Network Summit. An invitation to attend the Ripples Across the Globe Reception will be posted soon.
Hosted by: Global Ageing Network, Shannon Davis, SDavis@GlobalAgeing.org
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Westin Seaport, Faneuil Room, Mezzanine Level
The CHA Liturgy & Reception follows the Catholic Senior Living Forum.
Invitation Only
Hosted by: Catholic Health Association, Indu Spugnardi, ispugnardi@chausa.org
Inquiries? Please contact: Kimberly Montesa, kmontesa@chausa.org
Sunday, November 2, 2025
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
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 $50.
More information here: https://annualmeeting.leadingage.org/villagetovillage/
Hosted by: LeadingAge & Village to Village Network, meetings@leadingage.org -
Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Brew up some connections! Join LeadingAge members for coffee and breakfast, and an opportunity to network with peers who are shaping the future of the aging services field.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amma Addo, aaddo@leadingage.org -
Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC – bus pick up to UMass Boston)
Join us for an intergenerational bike ride at the UMass Boston campus with LeadingAge attendees, students, and older adults. We’ll also hold a reception and screening of Cycling Without Age, celebrating the power of movement and connection. Proceeds support the purchase of a new trishaw to bring the joy of biking to more older adults.
Find out more and register here.Hosted by: LeadingAge, Heike Spichal, hspichal@leadingage.org
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Join us for a screening of Familiar Touch, a poignant debut feature by Sarah Friedland that explores aging, caregiving, and dementia with honesty and warmth. The story follows Ruth, an octogenarian adjusting to life in assisted living, portrayed by Kathleen Chalfant in an award-winning performance. Both tender and unexpectedly joyful, the film redefines what it means to grow older. Sign up when you register.
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Join us! This interactive session will provide a space to share ideas, discuss challenges, and explore innovative approaches tailored to the unique opportunities of operating a single-site life plan community. Everyone on your staff is invited to attend.Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amanda Marr, amarr@leadingage.org
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Open to all attendees. The Continuing Care at Home Task Force will host an “open house” and reveal findings related to the task force’s research.Hosted by: LeadingAge, Dee Pekruhn, dpekruhn@leadingage.org
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Kick off #LeadingAge25 with fresh seafood, bold Boston energy, and a high-spirited musical performance that’ll have you moving from the first note. This harbor-inspired lunch is your chance to badge up, connect with colleagues, and dive into the rhythm of the week ahead. With the waterfront as our muse, it’s time to get in the groove and make some waves. -
Omni Seaport: Contemporary Room
Join us on the 2nd of November in Boston, Massachusetts for a special reception during the Global Ageing Network and LeadingAge Conference. This warm and welcoming gathering is a chance to connect with colleagues from around the world, share experiences, and celebrate our shared commitment to quality ageing services. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity to expand your network and strengthen global connections within our community. An RSVP link to be shared soon.
Hosted by: Global Ageing Network, Shannon Davis, SDavis@GlobalAgeing.org
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Location To Be Announced Soon
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. RSVP link to be posted soon.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, Jordan Lollar, jlollar@leadingage.org -
Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC), Ballroom Foyer, 3rd Level
RSVP required; Open to New Jersey & Delaware Members & Partners only
Hosted by: LeadingAge New Jersey & Delaware, Ivy Beck, ibeck@leadingagenjde.org -
Legal Seafoods – Harborside, 270 Northern Ave, Boston
Georgia Members Only Event
Hosted by: LeadingAge Georgia, info@LeadingAgeGA.org -
Moxies Boston Seaport Restaurant, 899 Congress St, Boston
Hosted for members of the LeadingAge Texas state association. Please RSVP at https://www.leadingagetexas.org/event/25NightOut
Hosted by: LeadingAge Texas, Dorothy Ferrick, dorothy@leadingagetexas.org -
Cheers Bar, 84 Beacon St, Boston
RSVP only
Hosted by: LeadingAge Iowa, Dawn Balder, dbalder@leadingageiowa.org -
Empire Restaurant & Lounge – 1 Marina Park Drive, Boston
By invitation only
Hosted by: LeadingAge PA, Wendy Johnson, wjohnson@leadingagepa.org -
MJ O’Connor’s
RSVP only.
Hosted by: LeadingAge Wisconsin, Wisconsin Night Out, mjanke@leadingagewi.org
Monday, November 3, 2025
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Renaissance Seaport Hotel, 606 Congress Street
Meet in the Renaissance Hotel lobby. Coffee and treats provided by KARE, EmpowerMe Wellness, and Friendship Village Senior Services. Join your colleagues, friends and vendors for a good morning wake up walk before the sessions begin. No need to RSVP, just show up and join us!Hosted by: Carmen Fronczak, Friendship Village Senior Services, fronczakcarmen@fvstl.com
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
All residents and elders are welcome to attend our Elder Appreciation Luncheon. More details to come.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, meetings@leadingage.org -
Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Cycling Without Age is a heartwarming documentary that follows a global movement born in Copenhagen, where volunteers offer free rickshaw rides to older adults, reconnecting them with their communities and the joy of the open air. What begins with one man and a trishaw becomes a worldwide story of dignity, freedom, and intergenerational connection—one bike ride at a time. Sign up when you register.
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC), The Landing and the North Lobby
Join your fellow colleague for an elder artist guided tour. Meet in The Landing/North Lobby area to start the tour at 2:15 p.m.
Hosted by: LeadingAge, meetings@leadingage.org -
Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
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
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC), The Landing and the North Lobby (at the Ripple of Gratitude Mural)
Hosted by: LeadingAge, meetings@leadingage.org -
Omni Seaport, Marquee Room
Welcome AJAS Members and Business Partners
Hosted by: AJAS, Janine Gelfond, janine@ajas.org -
SPIN Boston
Hosted by: Kat Dymond, kdymond@hjsims.com
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Westin Seaport: Otis
Be sure to attend this joint network reception for CCAH, HCBS, Home Health, Hospice, and Managed Care networks. Look out for an invitation soon within your network or reach out to hosts below.
Hosted by:
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 -
Harpoon Brewery, 306 Northern Ave, Boston
Registration Required. Please visit www.leadingagema.org to register.
Hosted by: LeadingAge MA, Sarah Lacasse, slacasse@leadingagema.org -
Menino Convention and Exhibition Center (formerly BCEC)
Member only event, RSVP required
Hosted by: LeadingAge NC, Leslie Roseboro, leslie.roseboro@leadingagenc.org -
Para Maria, 70 Sleeper Street, Boston
All welcome, registration required. Register here: https://leadingagevirginia.org/events/register.aspx?id=1972681
Hosted by: LeadingAge Virginia, Laiya Rollins, laiya@leadingagevirginia.org -
Deck 12 at Yotel Boston, 65 Seaport Blvd, Boston
RSVP required. Must be a current member of LeadingAge Minnesota to attend.
Hosted by: LeadingAge Minnesota, Jenny Prosser, jprosser@leadingagemn.org -
Boston Empire – 1 Marina Park Drive
RSVP Only
Hosted by: LeadingAge Arizona, California, Oregon and Washington, Merry Killam, mkillam@leadingageoregon.org -
Bleacher Bar, Fenway Park, 82A Landsdowne St., Boston
Invitation only.
Hosted by: LeadingAge Michigan, LeadingAge Michigan, conference@leadingagemi.org -
Empire Restaurant and Lounge, 1 Marina Park Dr, Boston
Register at laok.memberclicks.net/boston2025
Hosted by: LeadingAge Oklahoma, Claire Dowers-Nichols, Claire@leadingageok.org -
Aura Club, 20 Jersey St, Boston, MA 02215
Members of LeadingAge Southeast, LeadingAge South Carolina, LeadingAge Maryland and LeadingAge DC are invited to register to attend.
Hosted by: LeadingAge Southeast, Kasey Anderson, kanderson@leadingagesoutheast.org
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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Renaissance Seaport Hotel, 606 Congress Street
Meet in the Renaissance Hotel lobby. Coffee and treats provided by KARE, EmpowerMe Wellness, and Friendship Village Senior Services. Join your colleagues, friends and vendors for a good morning wake up walk before the sessions begin. No need to RSVP, just show up and join us!Hosted by: Carmen Fronczak, Friendship Village Senior Services, fronczakcarmen@fvstl.com
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Join us for a meet and greet luncheon with guest speaker, Calvin Hill, Vice Chancellor for Inclusive Excellence & Belonging, at UMass Boston.
RSVP required; invitations will be sent in late September.Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amma Addo, aaddo@leadingage.org
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Menino Convention & Exhibition Center (MCEC)
Philanthropy professionals are invited to join with their colleagues at this networking lunch 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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UMass Boston, Alumni Lounge (RSVP required)
Join us for a celebration hosted by the Leaders of Color Network. Enjoy an evening of music, fun, food, and connection with fellow LeadingAge members. Courtesy shuttle departs the Menino Convention Center at 5:45 p.m. Return shuttles drop off at the Menino Convention Center.
RSVP required; invitations will be sent in late September.Hosted by: LeadingAge, Amma Addo, aaddo@leadingage.org
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Omni Seaport, Trophy Room (Sporting Club Restaurant)
Invitation Only.
Hosted by: Piper Sandler & Co., David Caldwell, david.caldwell@psc.com