Chances are, if you’ve attended one of our I/DD Executive Summits in partnership with OPEN MINDS, you already know how valuable it is. In fact, the event quickly sold out last year. Why is the event so popular—and what can attendees expect for this year? In this post, we’ll share the top reasons to attend our 2019 I/DD Executive Summit.
1. This Event Is Not Offered Anywhere Else 
Each year, the I/DD Executive Summit is designed to provide practical, cutting-edge ideas tailored to executives on how to continue to move their organizations forward in the current marketplace. “The I/DD Executive Summits present thought provoking, innovative and progressive business strategies to executives from across the Country,” said Founder and CEO, Matt Pettinelli. “No one else is doing this, and the information you find there—and connection you can make—is unmatched anywhere else.”
The 2019 I/DD Executive Summit will focus on the major challenges executives in the I/DD space will encounter as policy changes both on a federal and state level shape the system of care. Topics will include: how to build a wholistic care model for individuals with I/DD, opportunities and challenges of value-based payment options, and how to strategize for sustainability in the current market.
2. Attendees Leave With Valuable Information
Last year’s sold-out Summit featured a dozen top speakers from across the industry, providing information through keynotes, Town Hall-style panel discussions, a networking lunch and executive briefing. Positive feedback from a number of attendees after the event last year reflected how well the event was organized, and found that the information presented was valuable and created ideas for leadership to take back to their organizations.
In their own words, here’s what attendees had to say:
“This Summit was informative for anyone trying to navigate the changing policies that affect people with I/DD.”
“Thank you for organizing a fabulous opportunity for learning and networking with colleagues and leaders, all focused on creating a better future for our communities.”
“It was refreshing to hear from people that were determined to cause action and solve problems instead of only those who vented their hardships without proposing any solutions.”
3. It Provides An Excellent Opportunity To Network
One of the core goals of the Summit each year is to connect executives and thought leaders from across the county for the purposes of building knowledge, building strategic partnerships, and exchanging ideas. One of our attendees summed it up best by saying: “It was rare to attend an event where leadership was so engaged and encouraged to talk to their peers.”
The 2019 I/DD Executive Summit has been scheduled for June 3 at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel. As with past years, the Summit is expected to sell out quickly—so please register as soon as possible. To view the agenda, find more information or reserve your spot, please visit https://idd.openminds.com/.