Introduction
You are invited to submit breakout session proposals for Meeting the Moment, the 2026 IACP Annual Conference. Learn more about the event and submission requirements below.
If you have questions after reviewing, please contact Susan Seehase, COO. (sseehase@iowaproviders.org).
The submission deadline is Wednesday, July 1, 1:00 PM CST.
About the Conference
Dates: October 27 through October 29, 2026
Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel and Conference Center, Coralville, IA
Theme: Meeting the Moment
Who Should Submit
IACP welcomes proposals from professionals and partners who support strong organizations and strong outcomes in community-based services, including (but not limited to):
• Executive Directors, CEOs/COOs, and other C-suite leaders (CFO, CHRO, CIO/CTO)
• Therapists/clinicians, clinical supervisors, and care coordinators
• HR/People Ops leaders and training/workforce development teams
• Finance leaders (CFO/controller), billing/revenue cycle, and contracting teams
• Marketing, communications, brand, and community relations professionals
• Compliance leaders, policy writers/analysts, and quality (QA/QI) leaders
• Direct support professionals (DSPs), peer support specialists (PSSs), frontline supervisors, and program staff
• IT leaders, developers/engineers, data/analytics, and cybersecurity/privacy staff
• Fundraisers/development leaders, grant writers, and board members
• Partners: payers, state agencies, vendors, and community collaborators
Session Formats
Standard breakout length: 60-minute sessions. IACP may offer multiple formats; please indicate your preferred format in your submission:
• Breakout presentation (lecture + Q&A)
• Panel discussion (moderated, multi-perspective)
• Workshop (hands-on, tools/templates, skill-building)
• Roundtable (facilitated peer exchange)
• Case study (what you did, what changed, what you learned)
Proposal Categories
You will be asked to select the best-fit primary category for your proposal and (optional) up to two secondary categories. Categories help reviewers balance the program and help attendees find sessions aligned to their roles and interests.
• Executive Strategy, Governance & Change Leadership
• Workforce Development: DSPs, Clinical, and Operations Staffing
• HR Compliance, Labor Law & Workplace Culture
• Finance, Reimbursement & Sustainability (Medicaid/HCBS and Beyond)
• Policy, Programs & Systems Transformation
• Compliance, Audit Readiness & Documentation
• Quality, Outcomes & Continuous Improvement (QA/QI)
• Clinical & Service Delivery Innovations (Therapy/Behavioral Health)
• Crisis Services, Safety Planning & Community Partnerships
• Person-Centered Practices, Self-Direction & Equity
• Technology, Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity
• Marketing, Communications, Brand & Reputation
• Fundraising & Revenue Development
• Risk Transfer, Insurance & Organizational Resilience
Selection Criteria
• Relevance: Addresses current challenges and priorities for IACP professionals.
• Practical value: Includes actionable strategies, tools, or takeaways participants can apply.
• Clarity: Clear description, learning objectives, and intended audience.
• Credibility: Presenter expertise and/or evidence, data, or demonstrated results.
• Engagement: Interactive design when appropriate (discussion, exercises, case examples).
• Balance: Helps create a diverse program across roles, settings, and geographies.
Important Dates (Subject to Change)
• CFP opens: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
• Submission deadline: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 1 pm CST
• Notification of acceptance: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
• Presenter confirmation deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026
• Slides/materials due: Monday, September 21, 2026
How to Submit
Submit your proposal using this online form. If you have questions, contact: Susan Seehase – sseehase@iowaproviders.org.
Review Process
Proposals will be peer-reviewed by an IACP review committee. Reviewers will consider alignment to the conference theme, relevance to attendee roles, clarity of learning objectives, and practical value. IACP reserves the right to suggest modifications (format, track placement, or presenters) to strengthen program balance.
Policies
• Program changes: IACP reserves the right to edit session titles/descriptions for clarity and to modify the schedule as needed.
• Presenter commitments: Accepted presenters are expected to deliver the session as described (subject to final confirmation requirements).
• Use of materials: Slides and handouts will be made available to conference attendees.
About the Conference
Dates: October 27 through October 29, 2026
Location: Hyatt Regency Hotel and Conference Center, Coralville, IA
Theme: Meeting the Moment
Who Should Submit
IACP welcomes proposals from professionals and partners who support strong organizations and strong outcomes in community-based services, including (but not limited to):
• Executive Directors, CEOs/COOs, and other C-suite leaders (CFO, CHRO, CIO/CTO)
• Therapists/clinicians, clinical supervisors, and care coordinators
• HR/People Ops leaders and training/workforce development teams
• Finance leaders (CFO/controller), billing/revenue cycle, and contracting teams
• Marketing, communications, brand, and community relations professionals
• Compliance leaders, policy writers/analysts, and quality (QA/QI) leaders
• Direct support professionals (DSPs), peer support specialists (PSSs), frontline supervisors, and program staff
• IT leaders, developers/engineers, data/analytics, and cybersecurity/privacy staff
• Fundraisers/development leaders, grant writers, and board members
• Partners: payers, state agencies, vendors, and community collaborators
Session Formats
Standard breakout length: 60-minute sessions. IACP may offer multiple formats; please indicate your preferred format in your submission:
• Breakout presentation (lecture + Q&A)
• Panel discussion (moderated, multi-perspective)
• Workshop (hands-on, tools/templates, skill-building)
• Roundtable (facilitated peer exchange)
• Case study (what you did, what changed, what you learned)
Proposal Categories
You will be asked to select the best-fit primary category for your proposal and (optional) up to two secondary categories. Categories help reviewers balance the program and help attendees find sessions aligned to their roles and interests.
• Executive Strategy, Governance & Change Leadership
• Workforce Development: DSPs, Clinical, and Operations Staffing
• HR Compliance, Labor Law & Workplace Culture
• Finance, Reimbursement & Sustainability (Medicaid/HCBS and Beyond)
• Policy, Programs & Systems Transformation
• Compliance, Audit Readiness & Documentation
• Quality, Outcomes & Continuous Improvement (QA/QI)
• Clinical & Service Delivery Innovations (Therapy/Behavioral Health)
• Crisis Services, Safety Planning & Community Partnerships
• Person-Centered Practices, Self-Direction & Equity
• Technology, Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity
• Marketing, Communications, Brand & Reputation
• Fundraising & Revenue Development
• Risk Transfer, Insurance & Organizational Resilience
Selection Criteria
• Relevance: Addresses current challenges and priorities for IACP professionals.
• Practical value: Includes actionable strategies, tools, or takeaways participants can apply.
• Clarity: Clear description, learning objectives, and intended audience.
• Credibility: Presenter expertise and/or evidence, data, or demonstrated results.
• Engagement: Interactive design when appropriate (discussion, exercises, case examples).
• Balance: Helps create a diverse program across roles, settings, and geographies.
Important Dates (Subject to Change)
• CFP opens: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
• Submission deadline: Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 1 pm CST
• Notification of acceptance: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
• Presenter confirmation deadline: Monday, August 24, 2026
• Slides/materials due: Monday, September 21, 2026
How to Submit
Submit your proposal using this online form. If you have questions, contact: Susan Seehase – sseehase@iowaproviders.org.
Review Process
Proposals will be peer-reviewed by an IACP review committee. Reviewers will consider alignment to the conference theme, relevance to attendee roles, clarity of learning objectives, and practical value. IACP reserves the right to suggest modifications (format, track placement, or presenters) to strengthen program balance.
Policies
• Program changes: IACP reserves the right to edit session titles/descriptions for clarity and to modify the schedule as needed.
• Presenter commitments: Accepted presenters are expected to deliver the session as described (subject to final confirmation requirements).
• Use of materials: Slides and handouts will be made available to conference attendees.