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2026 LeadingAge Tennessee Annual Meeting + Trade ShowJoin us for the 2026 LeadingAge Tennessee Annual Meeting + Trade Show, a premier gathering of aging services professionals from across the state. This annual event brings together leaders, innovators, and partners committed to advancing quality care and services for older adults. Mark your calendars and get ready for a refreshed and exciting LeadingAge Tennessee Annual Meeting & Trade Show experience! This year, we’re bringing everything you love into a dynamic one-day format—packed with learning, connection, and celebration designed to make the most of your time. We’re excited to share that the event will remain at its longtime home, the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs, offering the familiar setting you know and enjoy. Event DetailsDate: September 23, 2026 Location: Cool Springs Marriott | Franklin, Tennessee Theme: Change Makers Registration RatesEarly bird rates are available through August 21, 2026. After the early bird deadline, each registration category will increase by $50.
What to ExpectOur schedule this year may be streamlined, but the day will be packed full of value. Attendees can look forward to two dynamic keynote speakers, opportunities to engage in a much more intimate setting with our business partners, and the always-popular annual awards presentations honoring excellence in our membership from across the State. Featured Keynote Speaker  Rev. Dr. Zina JacqueKeynote Speaker Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque has built two impactful careers—first in higher education, then in ministry—both rooted in service and leadership. For over 20 years, she worked in student affairs at institutions such as Northwestern, the University of Chicago, and the University of California, ultimately serving as Legislative Liaison to California's 108 community colleges. After answering a call to ministry, she earned an M.Div. (Summa Cum Laude) and Ph.D. in Theology from Boston University and went on to serve churches of all sizes, including Alfred Street Baptist Church. Dr. Jacque has taught at the University of Chicago Divinity School and Boston University School of Theology and led mission-driven organizations, including the Boston TenPoint Coalition and the Pastoral Counseling Center at Trinity Church Boston. She currently serves as President and Board Chair of National Senior Communities, supporting over 28,000 residents and 17,000 staff. She is also co-founder of Courageous Conversations, a national dialogue series on belonging and inclusion. A recipient of the Distinguished Alumni Award from BU, Citizen of the Year in Barrington, and the Women of Distinction Award, Dr. Jacque is widely regarded as a voice of grace, wisdom, and hope. Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 LeadingAge Tennessee Annual Meeting + Trade Show. All sponsors will be acknowledged on the website, newsletters, social media, and onsite printed materials.
Exhibitor & Sponsorship ProspectusInterested in exhibiting or sponsoring the 2026 Annual Meeting + Trade Show? View the official prospectus for booth details, sponsorship opportunities, registration information, and more. Access the Exhibitor ProspectusHotel InformationLeadingAge Tennessee has a block of rooms held for our 2026 conference participants at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs Hotel, but the block is sure to sell out—don’t delay! To reserve, call the Cool Springs Marriott directly at 615-261-6100 and be sure to request the LeadingAge Tennessee conference room rate of $199, or reserve your room online by clicking here . Reservation Deadline: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Registration Is Now OpenCalling all early birds— registration is now open! We’ll be sharing agenda details, speaker announcements, and additional conference updates soon, but now is the time to lock in the best rate. Early bird rates are available until August 21, 2026—don’t miss your chance! Questions? Please contact [email protected] . |
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