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2026 Annual Conference + EXPO
Change Makers

The 2026 theme is Change Makers. We are innovators, catalysts, advocates, and visionaries. Across Maryland we are not just responding to change—we are leading it. LeadingAge members challenge assumptions, remove obstacles, and drive meaningful change across aging services.

Change Makers celebrates the bold spirit that drives our field forward. It’s about those who dare to ask what’s possible and then roll up their sleeves to make it real. It’s about pushing past what has been to create what can be—for our organizations, our teams and the people we serve. We are advancing careers, strengthening communities, and reimagining aging services with courage and purpose.

Want to share your expertise? We are now accepting speaker proposals for 2026. The deadline to submit a session proposal is Monday, December 1.

Submit your session proposal now
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Tuesday, May 18

8:00am
Registration, Breakfast &EXPO
 
8:30am
General Session & Keynote
 
9:30am
Session A
 
10:45am
Session B
 
11:45am
Lunch
 
12:30pm
General Session & Keynote
 
2:00pm
EXPO
 
2:45pm
Session C
 
4:00pm
Session D
 
5:00 - 6:00pm
Reception
 

Wednesday, May 20

8:00am
Registration, Breakfast & EXPO
 
8:30am
General Session & Keynote
 
10:00am
EXPO
 
10:45am
Session E
 
11:45am
Lunch
 
12:30pm
General Session
 
1:45 - 4:15pm
Master Class
 

 

Registration Opens in March

Special Offers

  • REGISTER 5, GET 6TH FREE
    For aging services provider members only. All registrants must be from the same campus.

  • AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEEP DIVE on Wednesday, May 20
    Send up to 5 attendees for $995 or up to 10 for $1,750. For affordable senior housing provider members only.

Email us at info@leadingagemaryland.org to take advantage of these special offers.

Attendee Type

 Full Conference Tuesday Wednesday
Provider Member: for any employee of a LeadingAge Maryland aging services provider member $495 $350 $299
State Government/ College or University Staff: for any government employee or college/ university staff $495 $350 $299
Non-Member Provider: for employees of aging services provider organizations who are not members of LeadingAge Maryland $685 $520 $468
Students: Student: for any student currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies and interested in a career in aging services. Must not be currently employed by an aging services organization. $29 - -
Exhibitor: for ADDITIONAL attendee registrations only
  • Exhibitor Registration comes with 2 full conference registrations. Registration code for the 2 included registrations will be sent to paid exhibitors. Contact dbellin@leadingagemaryland.org with questions.
  • Current exhibiting companies may purchase additional full conference registrations under the 'Exhibitor' option
 $495 - -
Non-Exhibiting Business Member/ Sponsor: for current Business Members or Sponsors who want to attend but are not exhibiting
 $685 - -
Non-Exhibiting Non-Business Member/Sponsor: for businesses who are not exhibiting and are not a current business member or sponsor of LeadingAge Maryland
 $1,095 - -

Questions? If you do not know which attendee type you fall into please email us at info@leadingagemaryland to avoid registering at the incorrect rate. Refunds will not be issued for selecting the incorrect ticket type during registration and invoices will be issued if necessary.

*$50 fee added for all onsite registrations

 

Cancellation Policy & Substitution Allowance

All registration cancellations and refund requests must be made via email by April 28 and sent to info@leadingagemaryland.org.

Cancellation penalties:

  • Registration Open through April 28 = full refund less a $75 processing fee per attendee
  • Anytime after April 28 = substitutions may be made for persons unable to attend

Substitutions may be made at any time for persons unable to attend. Substitution requests should be submitted via email to info@leadingagemaryland.org.

Questions?

Email us at info@leadingagemaryland.org

 

Have you secured your EXPO space?

Exhibit to make key connections with 300+ attendees

As an Exhibitor, you'll have numerous opportunities to engage with peers and prospects through educational sessions, social events, and more. By joining us, you will not only reach your target market, but forge new relationships, gain insights, and deepen your knowledge of the industry.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with dedicated leaders from around the state to boost your brand, expand your reach, increase your leads, and most importantly– support as many aging services professionals as possible!

As there are a limited number of EXPO spaces available, we recommend reserving your space early. If you haven't seen our venue yet, take the virtual tour here.

EXPO Cost: $1,750 Members / $2,250 Non-Members (*Must be a member/sponsor in good standing and logged in to our website in order to receive the member rate).

Attendee Registration: EXPO registration includes 2 full attendee registrations (3 for Platinum and Gold Sponsors). Additional exhibitor attendees can register at the discounted rate of $495. Non-Exhibiting Business Members/ Sponsors can register without for $685 per attendee. Non-Exhibiting Non-Members can register for $1,095 per attendee.

Reserve EXPO space

Looking for more opportunities to get in front of our audience?

Secure time on the main stage as well as recognition on the app, website and email as one of our conference sponsors.

Keynote Sponsorship *3 available* Member Awards Sponsorship *1 available* Reception Sponsorship *1 available*

Frequently Asked Questions

Setup: Monday, May 18 beginning at 7PM *must be setup prior to 8AM Tuesday

Tear Down: Wednesday, May 20 from 10:45-11:45AM *please stay through lunch and the general session to mingle with attendees

EXPO Times: Tuesday, May 19, 2-2:45PM /// Wednesday, May 20, 10-10:45AM

Please Note: While exhibits must stay up throughout the event, exhibitors are encouraged to attend all general and breakout sessions, lunches and the reception. Do not feel tied to your EXPO space outside of designated EXPO times.

  • 1 - 6ft table, draped
  • 2 - chairs
  • 2 full attendee registrations *exhibitor attendees must register using the discount code while will be provided once registration opens
  • Gold and Platinum Sponsors receive 3 full attendee registrations
  • Listing on event app

Gold and Platinum Sponsors will be contacted to choose their EXPO space.

All ofther exhibitors will be assigned with the intention to minimize nearing competitors.

Yes, a pre-event registration list will be provided 2 weeks prior to the event, and an updated list post event, to be used for a maximum of 1 pre-conference and 1 post-conference email send.

Our attendees trust us not to misuse their contact information. Attendee lists are not to be added to your database.

Yes, we encourage you to attend education sessions.

We do not offer EXPO only badges.

This is a great opportunity to learn about the challanges our members are facing and innovative ways in which they are moving forward.

Book your reservation here at the Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre for the special group rate of 189 USD per night.

Hotel cut off date is Monday, April 20, 2026.

Complimentary self parking is available.

Exhibitors are responsible for making all shipping and payment arrangements for incoming and outgoing packages. It is the sole responsbility of the exhibitor to pack their own materials for shipping, attach shipping labels, and have pre-arranged shipment/carrier to pick up materials immediately following the close of the show.

All deliveries must be shipped as inside deliveries. No back of truck deliveries will be accepted. Due to limited storage space, please ship packages to arrive no earlier than 72 hours before event.

No item may exceed 1,000lbs. and based on the meeting space used, there may be additional height and width limitations.

Have the following clearly labeled on EACH package that is being delivered:

  • Event Name: LeadingAge Maryland 2026
  • Vendor and Contact Name
  • The Date of the Program: 05/19/2026
  • Meeting/Event Space: Magnolia Ballroom
  • Hotel Contact: Shaina Brock

Instructions for Delivery:

  • All deliveries must come via the Loading Dock located off Painter Mills Road
  • All shipments must be delivered to the receiving department, clearly labeled. Marriott employees will not unload the parcels from the trucks. The Trucking Company will be responsible for unloading all parcels.

Retrieving your parcel from hotel receiving department:

  • The Marriott will not supply hand truck or pallet jacks for the movement/transportation of any shipped items
  • The Marriott staff will be able to assist in delivering standard packages to the meeting/event space
  • The Marriott is not responsible for any broken or damaged items

 

Access to electrical is not guaranteed. If you require electrical, monitors, or other exhibitor services you will need to work directly with the hotel's contractor, Encore.

Encore Contact: Atwood Colman / E: Atwood.Coleman@Encoreglobal.com / P: 214-210-8007

EXPO registrations cancelled prior to April 14, 2026 are subject to a $500 cancellation fee.

No refunds will be issued after April 14, 2026

EXPO registrations cancelled prior to April 14, 2026 are subject to a $500 cancellation fee.

No refunds will be issued after April 14, 2026

 

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Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre

10101 Grand Central Ave Owings Mills, MD 21117

Book your group rate reservation here at the Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre for the special group rate of 189 USD per night.

NOTE: We ask that you book at the group rate directly with the hotel link we give you (and NOT use Expedia, hotels.com or other third-party site) so that LeadingAge Maryland is not held financially responsible for any usage less than committed with our contract. Our negotiated group rate gives LeadingAge Maryland an overall better package for meeting space, meals, audio visual needs, etc. We appreciate your understanding, thank you.

The first full-service hotel in Owings Mills, this AAA Four Diamond hotel is located amidst the shopping, dining, and events of Metro Centre at Owings Mills and within walking distance from Owings Mills Metro Station. Our on-site dining includes a Starbucks coffee shop and American restaurant, The Tillery. Check-In: 4:00 PM | Check-Out: 11:00 AM. Complimentary Self Parking. 

Hotel Cut Off Date is Monday, April 20, 2026.

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