Join Us This May at the Lake of the Ozarks
LeadingAge Missouri Annual Conference + EXPO
May 18-20, 2026
Margaritaville Lake Ozark
Lake Ozark, Missouri
Conference
Schedule
Experience three days of education, connection, and celebration. Each session is designed to deliver practical insight and meaningful engagement.
Conference
Registration
Experience Missouri’s premier gathering for aging services professionals curated by LeadingAge Missouri. Register today to secure your spot and special loding rate.
Sponsorship
& Exhibition
Experience direct access to leaders and decision-makers in aging services. Showcase your solutions and build meaningful connections within the LeadingAge Missouri network.
OPENING KEYNOTE
Jack York
Longevity: A Road Trip Filled with Lessons for Senior Living
Entrepreneur and storyteller Jack York, founder of It’s Never 2 Late (iN2L) and TaleGate, brings a powerful reminder of why we do this work.
Through his “Wisdom on Wheels” journey, Jack has visited hundreds of senior living communities, capturing the voices of residents and staff whose stories illuminate purpose, resilience, and joy. His keynote blends humor, heart, and hard-earned insight from years spent connecting with older adults across the country.
In a time of constant change and pressure, Jack calls us back to the people at the center of our mission. You will leave inspired, grounded, and reconnected to the privilege of serving older adults.
CLOSING KEYNOTE
Carmen Bowman
A Pep Rally for the Future of Aging in Missouri
Regulator turned educator Carmen Bowman, MHS, BSW, delivers an energizing session focused on advancing culture change in aging services.
With decades of experience as a former state and federal surveyor and CMS policy analyst, Carmen understands both the regulatory landscape and the opportunities within it. This dynamic presentation challenges the “yes, buts” that often stall innovation and empowers attendees to use regulations as tools for creating home, dignity, and normal life.
Part celebration, part call to action, this session invites you to bring your questions, your courage, and your commitment to change. Together, we will reimagine what aging services in Missouri can look like.
RFP for Conference Sessions
Interested in speaking or hosting a session at our 2026 Annual Conference?
Our conference connects those in the aging services sector from across the state of Missouri each year. Submit a session idea here using our new Propose a Session form.
Conference
Lodging
Margaritaville Lake Resort
Lake of the Ozarks
494 Tan Tar A Drive
Osage Beach, MO 65065
You may visit the Margaritaville website to learn more about the hotel’s amenities and to make a reservation. The conference hotel room rates are:
- Lodge Guestrooms $149.00 + Applicable Taxes and Fees
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
More Than a Conference.
A Community Experience.
At Margaritaville Lake Ozark, you’ll step into an environment that encourages meaningful conversations, creative thinking, and authentic connection. From the Welcome Reception on the patio to Game Night and the Hospitality Hop with exhibitors and sponsors, every moment is designed to bring members together in new and engaging ways.
Our “Learning Through Engagement” time invites you to connect with peers outside the classroom setting while enjoying resort activities. Whether you are discussing portfolio diversification, clinical best practices, in-home services, or regulatory updates, the setting creates space for reflection and relationship-building that lasts beyond the conference.
You’ll also experience interactive programming like Spintopia, senior living’s favorite custom game show, designed to demonstrate resident-centered engagement in action. With therapy animals on site, specialized education tracks, CEU opportunities, and dedicated time with exhibitors, this is a conference that blends insight, innovation, and fun.
Join us May 18–20 and experience the difference. Register today.
Change Makers Awards
Celebrating the Individuals Who Create Lasting Impact
Submit your nomination and recognize a Change Maker today.
The Change Makers Awards honor individuals whose actions have led to meaningful, positive change within their organizations. These are the team members who lead by example and demonstrate how one person’s commitment can spark broader transformation across a community.
Award recipients will be recognized at the Awards Luncheon on May 18 during the Annual Conference at Margaritaville Lake Ozark.
Nominations Open: March 1 – May 1, 2026