Regional Conference leadership summit
The SMPS Regional Conference Leadership Summit
- Collaborate with fellow regional conference leaders
- Share insights and smart practices
- Strategize for the future of your conference
Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and lead. Register now to secure your spot!
Event dates
Monday, June, 23, 2025 – Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Who’s Invited:
- Regional Corporation Board Chair (or Board Representative)
- 2026 Regional Conference Chair (or Leader Representative)
Budget Note:
Please ensure your regional conference budget includes this event as a dedicated line item.
Amenities:
Materials and meals will be provided throughout the summit.
Hotel
The Alexandrian Old Town
480 King St., Alexandria, VA 22314
Room rate: $249 USD per night
Booking Deadline: Friday, May 30, 2025
Monday, June 23 | Vision, Value, Voice
9:00-11:30 AM | SMPS Office Hours (optional)
11:30-12:00 PM | Registration Check-In
12:00-12:30 PM | Welcome Lunch (lunch provided)
12:30-1:00 PM | Welcome & Framing the Future
1:00-2:30 PM | The Future of Regional Conferences: A Visioning Workshop
2:30-2:45 PM | BREAK
2:45-3:45 PM | Governance Deep Drive: Pathways to Excellence
3:45-4:45 PM | Budgeting & Financial Planning for Regional Conferences
4:45-5:30 PM | Next Practices Deep Dive
5:30 PM | Netowrking Dinner (dinner provided)
Tuesday, June 24 | Collaboration, Commitment & Comunity
8:00-8:30 AM | Breakfast & Networking (breakfast provided)
8:30-9:15 AM | Conference Excellence: Raising the Bar
9:15-10:15 AM | Sponsorship & Partnership Strategy Lab
10:15-11:00 AM | Chapter & HQ Collaboration Simulation
11:00-11:45 AM | Lighting Talks: Innovations from the Field
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM | Code of Conduct + Culture Commitment
12:30-2:00 PM | Closing Lunch & SMPS Office Hours (lunch provided)
Thought Leaders
