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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
    Location: Windsor III & IV for Pre-Conference Session
    1:00 PM - 4:00 PMPre-Conference Session
    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.

    Ann Graff

    Lifetime Member

    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
    Expo I & II: General Session - Keynote Address *Sponsored by Giv, IntellectAbility & UMKC Institute for Human Development
    8:45 AM - 10:00 AMKeynote Address
    Expo Center

    Haben Girma

    Visit Exhibits / Refreshment Break *Sponsored by Dose Health
    10:00 AM - 10:30 AMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Location: Parliament I
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM1. Engaging with the Community Through Employment Connections
    Ivy Aguirre & Stacey Richardson - CC Links
    Location: Piccadilly's
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM2. Maximizing Data Potential: Integrating SharePoint and Power BI for Enhanced Insights
    Tanna Clark, Erika Rodriguez, and Tim Curran - Emmaus Homes
    Location: Windsor I
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM3. Smart Living: Transformation to Technology First Supports
    Brian Hart - LADD
    Location: Windsor II
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM4. Empowering Your Finances, Preserving Your Benefits
    Shelley Morse - Midwest Special Needs Trust
    Location: Windsor III & IV
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM5. Legislative Panel
    Katie Gamble- Gamble & Schlemeier; Senator Rusty Black; Representative Keri Ingle, Representative Aaron Crossley
    Location: Windsor IV
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM6. Say What?!: Communications About Disability that Promote Inclusion & Acceptance
    Anna Montaldo & Katheryne Staeger-Wilson - MO Developmental Disabilities Council
    Awards Luncheon in Expo Center
    11:30 AM - 1:15 PMAwards Lunch
    Expo Center
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    1:15 PM - 1:30 PMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Location: Parliament I
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM7. Missouri Mobility Management Initiative
    Ed Thomas - Camden County Developmental Disability Resource Board
    Location: Piccadilly's
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM8. Data Modernization with Power BI: The CHS Cross-Functional Teams Experience Automating Quality Assurance and Compliance
    Ben McFarlin, Angela Tate, Kevin Willoughby, Scott Tolliver, Stephanie Williams, Shenee Mitchell, Jessica Bye, and Cynthia Smith - Center for Human Services
    Location: Windsor I
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM9. Empowering Transition-Age Youth and Beyond: Navigating Medical Decision-Making
    Jennifer Hulme - Hulme Resources, Inc.
    Location: Windsor II
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM10. Unlocking Rights and Responsibilities: A Guide to Empowering Adults with Disabilities
    Susan Parker, Tori Howell, Erin Bowe, and Maggie Scherder - Easterseals Midwest
    Location: Windsor III
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM11. Advocacy and the Missouri State Budget
    Lindsey Baker & Hannah Green - MO Budget Project
    Location: Windsor IV
    1:30 PM - 2:30 PM12. Neuro Diverse City— Forget the Norm You Belong Here
    *2023 MACDDS Cutting Edge Award Winner
    Jeff Janney - Platte County Board of Services & Joe Harman - Northland Connections
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    2:30 PM - 2:45 PMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Location: Parliament I
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM13. What’s All the Chatter?: Addressing Needs Around Socialization, Health and Finances
    Denise Marquardt, Shay Bernard, Tiffany Blue, and Matt Brammeier - Progressive Community Services
    Location: Piccadilly's
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM14. The Providers Edge - Leveraging Technology to Improve Outcomes
    Danny Laneri - Giv
    Location: Windsor I
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM15. Mental Health: Depression, Anxiety, and Disability: Insights for Providers and Employers
    Jason Hartsfield - Starkloff Disability Institute
    Location: Windsor II
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM16. Stay Inspired: Tackling Creativity Burnout in a Compassionate Field
    Denise Cross - St. Charles Developmental Disability Resource Board & Martha Jaynes - Platte County Board of Services
    Location: Windsor III
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM17. Systems Change Advocacy: How to Activate Grassroots Champions
    Christina Ingoglia - Emmaus Homes
    Location: Windsor IV
    2:45 PM - 3:45 PM18. Workforce Potential: Exploring the Multiple Types of Employment, Who They Benefit and How To Access
    Katie Jones - Boone Center, Inc. & Val Gustin - SWI Industrial Solutions
    Visit Exhibits/ Refreshment Break *Sponsored by SETWorks
    3:45 PM - 4:00 PMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Location: Parliament I
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM19. Establishing a HOME Consortium
    Ed Thomas - Camden County Developmental Disability Resource Board
    Location: Piccadilly's
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM20. Apple Accessibility for Individuals with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities
    Brenda Whitlock - MO Assistive Technology
    Location: Windsor I
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM21. Unlocking the Potential of Remote Supports - Empowering Care Professionals
    Myke Bates - Hearo
    Location: Windsor II
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM22. Preparing for the Future: Leveraging Size and Scope For a Stronger Tomorrow.
    Terry Combs & David Kramer - Center for Human Services
    Location: Windsor III
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM23. Looking at Client Rights from a Public Administrator’s Perspective
    Timothy Weaks, St. Louis County Public Administrator, and panel of public administrators
    Location: Windsor IV
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM24. Supporting Self-Advocacy and Self-Determination at the Local Level
    Susan Parker - Easterseals Midwest; Kyla Mundwiller - UMKC-IHD; Denise Cross - St. Charles County Developmental Disabilities Resource Board; and Heather Lytle - F.A.C.T.
    Dinner on Your Own
    5:00 PM - 7:30 PMDinner on your own
    Reception and Dance *Sponsored by Acumen Fiscal Agent, LLC
    7:30 PM - 10:30 PMReception/Hospitality Suite
    Windsor I, II & III
  • Breakfast in Exhibit Area
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AMBreakfast
    Expo Center
    Exhibit Hall
    8:00 AM - 10:30 AMVisit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Location: Parliament I
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM25. Missouri CIT Trainings and Law Enforcement Officers to Assist Others in Crisis
    Dawn Morris - Johnson County Sheriff’s Office
    Location: Piccadilly's
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM26. Brag & Steal Executive Directors
    Location: Windsor I
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM27. Brag & Steal Advocacy
    Location: Windsor II
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM28. Brag & Steal Providers
    Location: Windsor III & IV
    9:00 AM - 10:00 AM29. Brag & Steal TCM
    Break/Visit Exhibits
    10:00 AM - 10:30 AMBreak/Visit Exhibits
    Expo Center
    Location: Parliament I
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM30. Fostering Health Independence for People with I/DD
    Rebecca Keller - StationMD
    Location: Piccadilly's
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM31. Supporting Self Determination and Self Advocacy with the Smart Steps Mobile App
    Dr. Cindy Fisher - Smart Steps
    Location: Windsor I
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM32. The Benefits of a Volunteer Be-Friending Program
    Karrie Duke & Zandt Durham - Center for Developmentally Disabled
    Location: Windsor II
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM33. Employment First: A Pathway to Competitive and Integrated Employment
    Jessica Keenoy - Institute for Community Inclusion, UMASS Boston
    Location: Windsor III
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM34. DEI and Belonging in the Workplace
    Jessica Porter - Boone County Family Resources
    Location: Windsor IV
    10:30 AM - 11:30 AM35. Trauma Informed Care for Adults
    Rachel Jones - Missouri Department of Mental Health

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