AHCA/NCAL Conference for CEOs and Executive Leaders

Make plans to attend the Spring 2025 CEO Conference and join the ranks of the “Best of the Best” at the iconic Breakers Palm Beach Resort. Over three dynamic days, you’ll dive into key topics shaping the future of long term care, including political and policy updates, leadership strategies, cybersecurity challenges, and cutting-edge innovations in long term care models. We’ll kick things off with a Washington update and its impact on our sector, followed by an inspiring keynote on leadership principles that will energize your approach to success.

The conference also offers presentations and discussions on critical topics such as C-suite succession planning, cybersecurity risks, and emerging population health management models for long-term care. Connect with other top executives, gain invaluable insights from industry experts, and engage directly with AHCA/NCAL leadership.

Reserve your spot today and take advantage of timely, tailored education sessions that will help you drive forward-thinking strategies to help you achieve success for your residents and organization.

Registration

Attendee Eligibility

Participation in this conference is by invitation only and is intended for CEOs and executive-level 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 is 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 competitive business interests 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 about event sponsorship opportunities with AHCA/NCAL Vendor Relations.

Registration Rates

Registration Deadline: Advanced Registration Ends Friday, April 18.
  • AHCA/NCAL Member Advanced Registration- $500
  • AHCA/NCAL Member On-Site Registration- $600
  • Member Guest- $175
  • Non-Member Advanced Registration- $600
  • Non-Member On-Site Registration- $700
  • Non-Member Guest- $175
Registration Questions: meetings@ahca.org

​ Register Online
 

General Information

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION PAYMENT
Payment for the conference fees 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. To avoid duplicate charges to your credit card, DO NOT mail a copy of your registration form once it has been faxed or posted online.
 
CONFIRMATIONS 
Registration confirmations will be e-mailed to you via e-mail within 15 days of receipt.
 
SUBSTITUTIONS 
Registration substitutions will be allowed up to two days before the conference. Changes and/or substitutions must be emailed to meetings@ahca.org.
 
CANCELLATIONS/REFUNDS
Registration cancellations received on or before May 1, will be refunded minus a $55.00 administrative fee. Any change or cancellation must be made in writing and faxed to (202) 898-6302 or sent via e-mail to meetings@ahca.org. Refunds will be processed within 15 days following the end of the conference. 

Registration refunds will not be issued after May 1. Refunds or credits will NOT be granted on no-shows.

CONFERENCE ATTIRE
The average high temperature for May is 83°F, with a low of 75°F. Business-casual attire is suitable for all meetings, sessions, and receptions, but please remember to bring a sweater or jacket for air-conditioned rooms and cool evenings. Resort wear is appropriate for all social activities.

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

RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS
Kosher meals from Aroma Market and Catering in Boca Raton, FL will be available throughout the conference. Please be sure to indicate your dietary preference when you register. If ten or more Orthodox providers register, a dedicated prayer space will be available throughout the conference. If fewer than ten Orthodox providers register, locations of local synagogues will be provided prior to 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 give 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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The Breakers Palm Beach

1 South County Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480

 
Use Code: SCEO2025

ROOM RATES & TAXES

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY—SPACE IS LIMITED
Take advantage of the special group rate of $375.00 per night plus taxes, single or double occupancy. Reservations must be made by Monday, April 14. AHCA/NCAL will not hold the room block beyond the above-mentioned hotel deadline. 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, call The Breakers Palm Beach- (844) 489-8549 by Monday, April 14, and reference the American Health Care Association.

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 3 days before arrival to avoid a non-refundable charge equal to one night's estimated room.

TRAVEL

The Breakers Palm Beach is conveniently located near three airports. Fort Lauderdale (25 miles), Miami International (47 miles), and Palm Beach International (29 miles). Ground transportation from all airports to The Boca Raton Resort is available via taxi, ride-share, and sedan service. Executive car service can be arranged through Best VIP Transportation by calling (866) 323-2378.

Networking Activities

Wedneday, May 7

Flagler Museum Tour - Free | 9:30 am - 11:00 am

When it was completed in 1902, the New York Herald proclaimed that Whitehall, Henry Flagler's Gilded Age estate in Palm Beach, was "more wonderful than any palace in Europe, grander and more magnificent than any other private dwelling in the world." Today, Whitehall is a National Historic Landmark and is open to the public as the Flagler Museum, featuring guided tours, changing exhibitions, and special programs. The Flagler Museum is offering an opportunity that provides unfettered access to Whitehall, the Flagler Kenan Pavilion and Railcar No. 91, and Museum grounds. Exclusive Access is the safest way to gather at Whitehall. Guests will be able to stand face-to-face with gorgeous portraits, sculptures, and other works of art, leisurely admire the Beaux-Arts décor down to every intricate detail and survey the spectacular views of the Intracoastal Waterway and the West Palm Beach skyline. Some may find a moment of peace on the front steps of Whitehall’s Portico or quietly imagine the call for “All Aboard” at Railcar No. 91. Others may find romance as they wander the grounds and listen to the breezes in the Cocoanut Grove.		 ​Screenshot 2025-02-18 at 9.14.11 AM.png

Croquet Center Experience - $215 per person | 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

The National Croquet Center is designed to be the best place in the world for the top players to compete in the sport - but it is much more than that. It is about learning to play and appreciate golf croquet the first time you pick up a mallet - not a toy mallet, but a real sport mallet, perfectly weighted for the expert center-stance pendulum stroke you should use to make that one-pound ball go exactly where you aim it. The clubhouse overlooks the lawns and expands onto the broad east and north verandas. Enjoy lunch and an introduction to this elegant sport.		 ​Screenshot 2025-02-18 at 9.14.17 AM.png

Pickleball - $175 per person | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Explore pickleball and try your hand at one of the fastest-growing sports worldwide at the newly refurbished, state-of-the-art tennis club on the property. Lunch will be provided prior to play. Beverages and snacks will be available courtside.		 ​Screenshot 2025-02-18 at 9.14.23 AM.png
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Catamaran Sail and Snorkel - $275 per person | 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Guests will be greeted by the friendly crew of the catamaran. You will enjoy an exhilarating and breathtaking sightseeing cruise along Florida’s Gold Coast. During the three-hour adventure, guests will enjoy delicious snacks, drinks, the island breeze and tropical tunes along with snorkeling. The mansions, architecture and natural beauty of Palm Beach will really be highlighted on the cruise. 		​Screenshot 2025-02-18 at 9.14.29 AM.png


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 test kit.
  4. Follow all state, local, and private business health and safety measures that may be in place.

Keynote Presentation | May 6, 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm

Screenshot 2025-02-18 at 9.25.08 AM.pngCalvin Stovall

CEO, Chief Experience Officer, and Iconicity Enthusiast for ICONIC Presentations, LLC.

About the Speaker:
We are thrilled to welcome Calvin Stovall, CEO, Chief Experience Officer, and Iconicity Enthusiast for ICONIC Presentations, LLC, as our keynote speaker. With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality and non-profit sectors, Stovall combines practical business concepts with storytelling, music themes, and engaging leadership principles, offering a unique presentation style that resonates both intellectually and emotionally.

Keynote Presentation: Success Principles of ICONIC Leadership
In his keynote, Success Principles of Iconic Leadership, Stovall will explore how leaders of iconic brands like Virgin, Chick-fil-A, and Story understand the vital connection between leadership and customer experience. In today's experience-driven economy, creating a customer-centered culture is essential. Stovall will share how this can be achieved by inspiring employees, delivering on promises, and fostering loyalty. With his blend of business insight, humor, and passion, Stovall will show you how to apply these principles to your organizations, inspire your teams to achieve greater success, and leave you energized and ready to lead with impact.



Education Overview & Sessions

Overview
This year’s CEO conference is designed to shape the future of long term care through a series of inspiring presentations and sessions, critical updates, valuable insights from industry leaders, and meaningful networking opportunities.

Download the Conference Agenda

Tuesday, May 6
  • 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: Success Principles of ICONIC Leadership
  • 6:15 pm – 9:00 pm – Welcome Reception and Dinner 
  • 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm – After Dinner Lounge

Wednesday, May 7
  • 7:30 am – 8:00 am – Breakfast Buffet
  • 7:30 am – 8:30 am – Assisted Living Providers Breakfast 
  • 8:00 am – 9:00 am – Developing a Process to Create a Pipeline for C-Suite Succession 
  • 9:00 am – 9:45 am – Navigating the Complex Cybersecurity Landscape Confronting Healthcare and LTC Organizations 
  • 9:45 am – 10:00 am - Networking Break
  • 10:00 am – 10:45 am – CEO Perspectives on Population Health Management Long-Term Care Models
  • 10:45 am – 11:30 am – Managed Care Value-based/Shared Savings from the Payer's Perspective
  • 11:30 am – Transition to Afternoon Activities  
    • Flagler Museum Tour: 9:30 am – 11:00 am 
    • Croquet Center Experience: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm 
    • Pickleball: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm 
    • Catamaran Sail and Snorkel: 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
  • 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Cocktail Reception & Dinner

Thursday, May 8
  • 7:45 am – 8:45 am—Independent Owners Breakfast
  • 8:30 am – 9:00 am – Breakfast Buffet 
  • 9:00 am – 10:00 am – AI Avatars as Companions in Memory Care
  • 10:00 am – Conference Concludes
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Location & Date
Location: The Breakers Palm Beach- Palm Beach, FL
Date(s): May 6-8, 2025

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