Event Details

Inspired by the Surgeon General's recent report highlighting the critical need for social inclusion, the 2024 MACDDS Annual Conference is set to be a landmark event. This year, we are PLANTING THE SEEDS OF CHANGE by focusing on the themes of Community, Connection, Health, Knowledge, Policy, and Technology, each designed to address the evolving needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and those who support them. More than 400 professionals, board members,and individuals with disabilities and their families are expected to attend.


Interactive Workshops: Participate in engaging, hands-on sessions that address these key areas, offering practical solutions and innovative ideas.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with a diverse group of professionals, advocates, and families. Share experiences, build valuable relationships, and collaborate on new initiatives.

Exciting Activities: Enjoy interactive exhibits, take part in prize drawings, and celebrate with us in a vibrant, supportive atmosphere.

Oct 9 - 11, 2024 (CDT)

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Holiday Inn Executive Center-Columbia Mall, an IHG Hotel
Interstate 70 Drive Southwest 2200
Columbia, Missouri
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Agenda

  • Attendee Registration
    12:00 PM - 5:00 PMAttendee Registration
    Lobby/Attrium
    Pre-Conference
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PMPre-Conference
    Nonprofit Board Basics: The Foundation of a Good Organization is a Highly Functioning,
    Enthusiastic, Well-Trained Board of Directors — presented by Ann Graff

    This course will:
    Outline duties of the board
    Define information that the board needs to be effective
    Outline how to set expectations for the board and the Executive Director
    Discuss developing and maintaining a good working relationship between the board and the ED
    Define board management vs. board governance
    Discuss bringing the mission to life: vision, values and strategic planning

    The session is intended for Executive Directors, agency leadership, and nonprofit board members. This session is limited to the ED and one other person from the organization.
    Exhibitor Set Up
    3:00 PM - 5:00 PMExhibitor Set up
    Expo Center
  • Attendee Registration
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PMAttendee Registration
    Attendee Registration in the Atrium
    Exhibit Hall
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PMVisit Exhibits
    Welcome
    8:45 AM - 9:00 AMWelcome and Keynote Introduction
    Expo Center
    Keynote Address
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AMKeynote Address
    Expo Center
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    10:00 AM - 10:30 AMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Concurrent Sessions (1-5)
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AMConcurrent Sessions (1-5)
    Various Breakout rooms TBD
    Awards Luncheon
    11:30 AM - 1:15 PMAwards Lunch
    Expo Center
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    1:15 PM - 1:30 PMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Concurrent Sessions (#6-10)
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PMConcurrent Sessions (#6-10)
    Breakout Rooms
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    2:30 PM - 2:45 PMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Concurrent Sessions (#11-15)
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PMConcurrent Sessions (#11-15)
    Breakout Rooms
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    3:45 PM - 4:00 PMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Concurrent Sessions (#16-20)
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PMConcurrent Sessions (#16-20)
    Breakout Rooms
    Dinner on Your Own
    5:00 PM - 7:30 PMDinner on your own
    Reception and Dance
    5:00 PM - 8:00 PMReception/Hospitality Suite
    Windsor I, II & III
  • Exhibit Hall
    7:45 AM - 10:30 AMVisit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Breakfast
    7:45 AM - 8:30 AMBreakfast
    Expo Center
    Brag and Steal Sessions (#21-25)
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AMBrag and Steal (#21-25)
    Breakout Rooms
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    10:00 AM - 10:30 AMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Concurrent Sessions (#26-30)
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AMConcurrent Sessions (#26-30)
    Breakout Rooms

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