The CEO Conference

Created exclusively for CEOs and senior executives, this invitation-only event fosters candid conversations among industry leaders. AHCA/NCAL reviews all registrations to preserve the integrity of this executive-level experience.

​​​​November 9-11, 2026 | Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas


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The AHCA/NCAL CEO Conference brings together long term care CEOs and executive leaders from across the country for an invitation-only gathering focused on the issues that matter most to leaders and their organizations.

Take time away from day-to-day demands to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and look ahead at the challenges and opportunities facing the long term care profession.


At the CEO Conference, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Connect with CEOs and executive leaders who understand the decisions and challenges you face
  • Hear directly from AHCA/NCAL leadership on issues affecting long term care
  • Share experiences and learn how peers are approaching common challenges
  • Bring back ideas and perspectives you can put to use in your organization
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Keynote Presentations

Come Ready to Think Differently

An Air Force One commander. A futurist helping global companies put AI to work. A leading authority on the future of work. Across three days, their stories and expertise will challenge you to rethink how you make decisions under pressure, where technology can create real value, and how you guide your organization through change.
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Opening General Session: November 9, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Mark_portrait_27245.jpgColonel (Ret.) Mark W. Tillman - Nation's 12th Presidential Pilot

Session Title: Air Force One: The Zero Fail Mission

Description: Chosen as the nation’s 12th presidential pilot, Colonel Mark Tillman served as pilot and commander of Air Force One for eight years during his 30-year Air Force career. On September 11, 2001, he was at the controls of Air Force One, protecting the president and keeping him connected to the nation’s first responders. Two years later, Tillman became the first pilot to fly the Commander in Chief into a war zone when he personally planned and carried out the secret mission that took President George W. Bush into Baghdad to share Thanksgiving dinner with U.S. troops. Tillman received the Distinguished Flying Cross in 2004. An engaging storyteller, he takes audiences behind the scenes of these historic missions. His Zero Fail Mission shows how detailed planning, measurable expectations, and personal responsibility help leaders perform when the stakes are highest.
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Conti-Maurice.jpgAI and Technology Keynote: November 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM –10:00 AM

Maurice Conti - Futurist, C-Suite Innovation Executive

Session Title: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Business, Work, and Society

Description: Maurice Conti helps leaders understand what generative AI means for business, the workplace, and society. A futurist and innovation leader, he has led applied research and innovation at Autodesk, served as chief innovation officer at Alpha, and advised companies including Amazon Web Services, Mercedes-AMG, and Ralph Lauren. His TED talks have been watched more than 12 million times. On stage, Conti uses real examples to show how organizations are applying AI to create value for people and customers. He also examines the risks, opportunities, and investment decisions leaders face, then offers practical guidance on what to do next. After risking his life to save three shipwrecked sailors, Conti received bravery honors from the United Nations, New Zealand, and the U.S. Coast Guard. He believes technology should serve a human purpose, and that people and machines can work together to solve difficult problems.
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Monahan_Kelly_Headshot_new.jpgFuture of Work Keynote: November 11, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM

Kelly Monahan, PhD - Future of Work Expert, Former Research Executive at Meta, Upwork, Accenture and Deloitte

Session Title: An Essential Leadership Playbook: Shifting to Human-Powered Leadership

Description: Dr. Kelly Monahan is a future of work researcher, author, and TEDx speaker who helps organizations prepare for changes in how people work. Drawing on her own research and workforce data, she helps executives understand employee needs, plan for future skills, and decide how technology fits into talent strategy. Monahan led future of work research at Meta, served as managing director of Upwork’s Future of Work Research Institute, and held senior research roles at Accenture and Deloitte. Her work has appeared in Harvard Business Review and MIT Sloan Management Review, and she is the author of the best-selling leadership book Essential. In her keynote, Monahan challenges leaders to rethink traditional hierarchies, give people more autonomy, strengthen purpose, and support workplace wellness. Her people-first approach is rooted in a belief in human potential and a desire to make work more meaningful.

Education & Sessions Overview
The CEO Conference program will feature timely updates on the latest developments in Washington, education sessions addressing key issues in long term care, and opportunities to connect and exchange ideas with fellow leaders. 

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  • 3:15 PM – 3:45 PM - Welcome, Introductions, and Sponsor Recognition
  • 3:45 PM – 4:45 PM - What’s Happening in Washington?
  • 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM - Opening Keynote: REKINDLE YOUR "WHY"
  • 6:15 PM – 9:00 PM - Welcome Reception and Dinner
  • 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM - After Dinner Lounge

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  • 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM- Breakfast Buffet
  • 8:15 AM – 8:45 AM- Assisted Living Providers Breakfast
  • 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM- AI Companions in Memory Care: What Two Pilots Reveal About Emotional Vital Signs, Non-Pharmacologic Care, and Workforce Support
  • 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM- Networking Break
  • 10:30 AM –11:45 AM- Keynote: The Future of Care is Not Artificial
  • 11:45 AM- Transition to Afternoon Activities- Additional registration fees apply. Departure and start times may change. Complete event details can be found on the conference app.
    • Cloister History and Art Walking Tour (Spouse Event): 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    • Sea Island Explorer Yacht Cruise: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • Coastal Wildlife Bike Tour: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    • Pickleball: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
  • 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM- Cocktail Reception & Dinner

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  • 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM- Independent Owners Breakfast
  • 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM- Breakfast Buffet
  • 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM- Closing General Session: ACOs, APMs, and CMMI Demos, Decoding the “Alphabet Soup” (extended session).
    • CMS Demonstrations Overview
    • Collaborative Engagement with CMMI Models 
    • Deep Dive on LEAD
    • Provider-Led Panel on Readiness and Risk-Analysis
  • 11:00 AM– Conference Concludes
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​Registrati​on & Hotel Information​
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Registration

​ Register Online

Attendance

Participation in this conference is by invitation only and is intended for CEOs and executive-level management staff. AHCA/NCAL reserves the right to grant final approval to all registrants. Only fully registered member or non-member attendees are eligible for CE accreditation earned through the conference’s education sessions. Guest registration is for spouses or guests and not intended for individuals who work in the long term care profession. Registration and attendance for companies and individuals who sell or market products and/or services to provider organizations are limited to sponsors only.

NOTE: Provider attendees with multiple business interests that compete with event sponsors can only participate in their capacity as providers. Anyone who cannot agree will not be invited back as a Provider but is welcome to inquire with AHCA/NCAL Vendor Relations about event sponsorship opportunities.

Registration Rates

Registration Deadline: Advanced Registration Ends Monday, October 19, 2026.

AHCA/NCAL Members
  • Advanced Registration- $750
  • On-Site Registration- $850
  • Guest- $225
Non-Members
  • Advanced Registration- $1000
  • On-Site Registration- $1100
  • Guest- $225
Registration Questions: meetings@ahca.org

General Information
SUBSTITUTIONS
Registration substitutions will be allowed for up to two days before the conference. If you must make any changes and/or substitutions, please email meetings@ahca.org.

CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS
Registration cancellations received on or before Monday, October 19 will be refunded minus a $75 administrative fee. Any change or cancellation must be made; please email meetings@ahca.org. Refunds will be processed within 15 days after the conference ends.

Registration refunds will not be issued after Monday, October 19. Refunds or credits will NOT be granted for no-shows.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION PAYMENT
Payment fees for the conference and optional social activities can be made by U.S. Check, American Express, Visa, or MasterCard. AHCA/NCAL will not process your registration without full payment.

CONFIRMATIONS
Registration confirmations will be e-mailed to you within five days of receipt.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS AND DIETARY NEEDS
We do our best to include vegan and gluten-free options at every meal. If you require special accommodation or have special dietary needs, please contact AHCA/NCAL at meetings@ahca.org.

CONFERENCE ATTIRE
The average high temperature for November is 66°F, with a low of 56°F. Business-casual attire is appropriate for all meetings, sessions, and receptions. We recommend bringing a light sweater or jacket for air-conditioned rooms and cooler evenings. For social events, resort wear is perfectly suitable.

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS
We are honored to welcome attendees from diverse backgrounds and traditions and are committed to supporting Orthodox Jewish observance throughout the conference experience. To assist attendees, the conference will offer:
  • Certified Kosher meal service. Please indicate this dietary requirement during the registration process
  • Prayer space accommodations (specified in the event app)
  • Information on nearby Synagogues
  • Information on kosher meals in Las Vegas: look here
Our goal is to ensure attendees can fully engage in both the educational and networking experience while comfortably maintaining religious observance. Attendees with accommodation requests or questions are encouraged to contact our team before the conference.

By registering for and/or attending the event, I acknowledge and agree that photographs, video, and other recordings of the event may be taken by AHCA/NCAL or parties acting on behalf of AHCA/NCAL and that these photographs, video, and other recordings may be used by AHCA/NCAL in any media now known or later invented for any purpose related to AHCA/NCAL’s mission, including educational, promotional, and awareness-related use. I give to AHC/NCAL unlimited permission to use my name, likeness, image, statements, and other information I may provide to AHCA/NCAL, whether through registration, at the event, or otherwise that may be necessary for AHCA/NCAL to make use of its rights in photographs, video, and other recordings.

Hotel & Travel Information

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Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas

3960 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119

 

ROOM RATES & TAXES

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY—SPACE IS LIMITED
Take advantage of the special group rate of $339.00 single / double occupancy per night plus a daily Resort Fee of $45 and 13.38% occupancy tax. Resort Fee includes unlimited local, US long-distance, and toll-free calls, access to Paramount+ with SHOWTIME in your room, PressReader services, a daily morning fitness program, a welcome drink or gift upon arrival, and access to the pools, lazy river, and wave pool at Mandalay Bay.

Reservations must be made by Monday, October 19. AHCA/NCAL will not hold the room block beyond the hotel deadline mentioned above. Reservation requests made after this hotel deadline will be based on availability at the prevailing rate determined by the hotel. Reservations must be accompanied by a first-night room deposit or guaranteed with a major credit card. To make your guest room reservations, book now.

HOTEL RESERVATION & CANCELLATIONS

At the time a reservation is made, a one-night room and tax advance deposit will be charged to the credit card provided. Reservations must be canceled twenty (20) days before arrival to avoid a non-refundable charge equal to one night's estimated room rate.

TRAVEL

Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas is conveniently located near Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), only 3.2 miles away and a 15-minute drive. Ground transportation from Harry Reid International Airport to The Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas is available via taxi, ride-share, and sedan service. Executive car service can be arranged through Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas Concierge at 702-632-5000.

Networking Activities

Attendee Activities

Dream Racing - $460 per person | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Take the wheel of an assigned supercar and discover what these machines are capable of as professional instructors coach you through every corner and straightaway to reach maximum speed. Participants suit up in professional racing gear before taking to the track. The experience concludes in the VIP lounge, where drivers can purchase commemorative photos and receive a personalized certificate of merit. Includes one session of five laps in a high-end supercar such as a Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, or Corvette.

What’s included: Transportation and non-alcoholic beverages. 

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Allegiant Stadium Spotlight - $140 per person | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Dive into the action with the Allegiant Legends Tour! Go behind the scenes to explore iconic venue landmarks, exclusive private areas, and the field from a player’s perspective. Capture the thrill of game day as you visit the Al Davis Memorial Torch, step inside the Raiders locker room and Broadcast Booth, and tour the VIP Suites and Ubeo Press Conference Room.

What’s included: Transportation

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Hike at Red Rock Canyon - $237 per person | 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Explore the dramatic landscapes of Red Rock Canyon on an expert-led guided hike. With accessible trails tailored for all skill levels, it’s the ultimate opportunity to recharge, network, and experience the stunning desert scenery.

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Guest Activity Option
Four Seasons Spa - Decadence & Delight Manicure | 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Enjoy a classic 25-minute manicure, complimentary with your registration fee. Cancellations must be received at least 24 hours prior to the appointment.

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‭(Hidden)‬ Health & Safety
​With health and safety remaining a priority for our attendees, we ask that the following be observed:

  1. Being up to date with current vaccines/boosters is preferred for all registered attendees.
  2. Masks are worn at the discretion of the attendees. 
  3. If you experience symptoms of a respiratory illness while onsite at the event, please wear a source control mask when around others indoors. Consider self-quarantine in your hotel room for 24 hours until symptoms resolve. If needed, please contact AHCA/NCAL staff (meetings@ahca.org) for a COVID-19 or flu test kit.
  4. Follow all state, local, and private business health and safety measures that may be in place.
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Location & Date
Four Seasons Hotel - Las Vegas, NV
November 9-11, 2026

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