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We are excited to announce that our 2026 Annual Conference & Expo is taking place at the Salem Convention Center, located in downtown Salem, Oregon. The Convention Center offers impeccable service, superb cuisine, full hotel service, and an on-site restaurant. It's the perfect central Willamette Valley location for everyone to meet.
Learn More about the Convention Center.
Innovation Exchange
This year's Annual Conference includes a new event called the Innovation Exchange, a.k.a. "Speed Dating for Good Ideas." If you would like to participate, please submit a brief overview of an innovative program or initiative at your community that can be shared with your colleagues via a 15-minute tabletop presentation. The Innovative Exchange takes place on May 6, 2026 (day 2 of the conference). We will confirm all selected presenters by April 11.
Make your submission here.
Meet this Year's Keynote Speaker: Galen Emanuele
Galen transforms the way teams and organizations approach and establish culture, and how humans perform together and impact each other at work. His unique content is full of actionable tools to massively improve team dynamics, communication, EQ, and generate high-level performance and engagement. An authentic, captivating teacher and performer, Galen has a unique gift of cutting through the noise and fluffy language to translate broad concepts into simple, practical skills and mindsets. Learn More
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Discounted Lodging at the Grand Hotel
You can book your room at The Grand Hotel in Salem here or call the hotel directly and ask for the reservations office. The toll-free number is (877) 540-7800. Be sure to identify yourself as a member of LeadingAge Oregon to receive the special block rate. You are responsible for your own charges upon departure and must present a credit card at check in to access ancillary services.
Interested in Participating at the Epic Quest?
Contact Rob West (503) 968-7205 for additional details or to reserve a table.
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Trade Show Cancellation Policy: To cancel registration or trade show space, exhibitors must provide written notice via email to Rob West at LeadingAge Oregon. A cancellation fee of 50% will apply to cancellations made before March 6, 2026. No refunds or credits will be issued for cancellations after this date. This policy will be strictly enforced.
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