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GSLA 2026 Annual Conference & Trade Show

Registration opens in June

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM (EDT) to Friday, October 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM (EDT)
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Every story has a beginning. A moment that brought you to this work, a resident who changed how you see it, a colleague who reminded you why it matters. In senior living, those stories don't just shape individuals - they shape an entire industry.

At the 2026 GSLA Conference & Trade Show, Every Story is our celebration of the people behind this profession and the experiences that define it -  the hard ones, the joyful ones, and the quietly profound ones that stay with you. Every role in our industry carries a story worth telling, and Every Story belongs in this conversation.

Join us as professionals from across Georgia and the country come together to learn, connect, and be reminded that the work we do - and the stories we carry - move us forward. Every Story.

NAB Approval: Pending

All registrations are to be used by those in attendance, named on the registration confirmation and name badge.  Registrants may change the name of attendees up to the first day of the conference by calling GSLA. Cancellations must be received, in writing, no later than August 14, 2026.  Refunds will not be made after that date.

By registering for this event, you acknowledge and agree to GSLA's photographic, cancellation, and purchasing policies.

Questions?  Please reach out to us at memberservices@gasla.org or 678.407.2060 ext. 1

Please click the "Register Now" button above to register. To receive member rates, please log in.

Members
  • One Attendee from a Member Community | $400
  • Two Attendees from the Same Member Community | $700
  • Three Attendees from the Same Member Community | $825
  • Each Additional Attendee from the Same Member Community | $125
Nonmembers
  • Nonmember Attendee | $825
Members
  • One Attendee from a Member Community | $450
  • Two Attendees from the Same Member Community | $775
  • Three Attendees from the Same Member Community | $950
  • Each Additional Attendee from the Same Member Community | $175
Nonmembers
  • Nonmember Attendee | $900
Members
  • One Attendee from a Member Community | $900
Nonmembers
  • Nonmember Attendee | $1,100
Student
  • $125

Full-time students will be asked to upload a valid student ID and class schedule during registration for verification.

Download Sponsorship Brochure

Platinum Sponsor | $10,000
  • Four (4) complimentary All-Access Conference registrations
  • Four (4) complimentary invitations to the GSLA Board & Senior Leadership Opening Reception VIP Section
  • A 10 x 10 Trade Show Booth
  • Opportunity to present an educational session during the Conference
  • Full-page ad (inside front or back cover) in the Conference Program - first come, first served
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website & app
  • Recognition as Platinum Sponsor in the Conference Program
  • Recognition as  Platinum Sponsor in Conference communication (email, social media, GSLA events)
  • Recognition as Platinum Sponsor on the Conference registration page
  • Platinum sponsor ribbon on company name badges
  • Rolling slide deck and verbal recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.
  • Bag swag into the attendees' bags
  • Recognition in social feed notifications

Gold Sponsor | $7,000
  • Three (3) complimentary All-Access Conference registrations. 
  • Three (3) complimentary invitations to the GSLA Board & Senior Leadership Opening Reception VIP Section.
  • Half-page ad in the Conference Program.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website & app.
  • Recognition as Gold Sponsor in the Conference Program.
  • Recognition as Gold Sponsor in Conference communication (email, social media).
  • Gold sponsor ribbon on company name badges.
  • Verbal recognition at Opening Session. 
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.
  • Bag swag into the attendees' bags
  • Recognition in social feed notifications
  • A 10 x 10 Trade Show Booth

Silver Sponsor | $5,000
  • Two (2) complimentary All-Access Conference registrations
  • Two (2) complimentary invitations to the GSLA Board VIP Reception
  • Quarter-page ad in the Conference Program
  • Logo on GSLA Conference website & app
  • Recognition as Silver Sponsor in the Conference Program
  • Recognition as Silver Sponsor in Conference communication
  • Silver sponsor ribbon on company name badges
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions

Bronze Sponsor | $3,000
  • One (1) complimentary All-Access Conference registration
  • One (1) complimentary invitations to the GSLA Board VIP Reception
  • Name recognition on GSLA Conference website & app
  • Recognition as Bronze Sponsor in the Conference communication
  • Bronze sponsor ribbon on company name badges
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions
Keynote Sponsor | $10,000
  • Four (4) complimentary All-Access Conference registrations.
  • Host Keynote speaker in Tradeshow booth for book sign with a bookmark.
  • Full-page ad in the Conference Program.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website & app.
  • Recognition as Platinum Sponsor in the Conference Program.
  • Recognition as Platinum Sponsor in Conference communication (email, social media, GSLA events).
  • Platinum sponsor ribbon on company name badges.
  GSLA Board Vip Reception Sponsor | $7,000
  • Three (3) complimentary All-Access Conference registrations.
  • Five (5) complimentary invitations to the GSLA Board VIP Reception.
  • Half-page ad in the Conference Program.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website & app.
  • Recognition as Gold Sponsor in the Conference Program.
  • Recognition as Gold Sponsor in Conference communication (email, social media).
  • Gold sponsor ribbon on company name badges.
  • Verbal recognition at Opening Session.
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.
Culinary Competition Sponsor | $6,000
  • Three (3) complimentary All-Access Conference registrations.
  • Three (3) complimentary invitations to the GSLA Board VIP Reception.
  • Opportunity to provide collateral at the Culinary Competition.
  • Opportunity to provide one (1) judge for the Culinary Competition
  • Half-page ad in the Conference Program.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website & app.
  • Recognition as Gold Sponsor in the Conference Program.
  • Recognition as Gold Sponsor in Conference communication (email, social media).
  • Gold sponsor ribbon on company name badges.
  • Verbal recognition at Opening Session & throughout Luncheon.
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.
Opening Reception Sponsor | $5,000
  • Three (3) complimentary All-Access Conference registrations.
  • Three (3) complimentary invitations to the GSLA Board VIP Reception.
  • Opportunity to offer collateral at the Opening Reception.
  • Opportunity to introduce the band at the Opening Reception – first come, first served.
  • Half-page ad in the Conference Program.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website & app.
  • Recognition as Silver Sponsor in the Conference Program.
  • Recognition as Silver Sponsor in Conference communication (email, social media).
  • Silver sponsor ribbon on company name badges.
  • Verbal recognition at Opening Session.
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.

Trade Show Lounge Partner | $5,000
  • One (1) complimentary All-Access Conference registration.
  • One (1) complimentary invitation to the GSLA Board & Senior Leadership Opening Reception VIP Section.
  • Opportunity to host GSLA Trade Show Lounge (20x20 booth) in place of the traditionally purchased booth space. The company is responsible for furniture, design & setup. *electricity additional
  • Logo recognition on signage in the lounge.
  • Quarter-page ad in the Conference Program.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website.
  • Recognition as Marketing Partner in the Conference Program.
  • Verbal recognition at the Opening Session and in conjunction with the Trade Show in educational sessions.
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.
  Conference App Partner | $5,000
  • One (1) complimentary All-Access Conference registration.
  • One (1) complimentary invitation to the GSLA Board & Senior Leadership Opening Reception VIP Section.
  • Logo and Link on App Launch Screen.
  • 2 promoted posts on during high user hours during the conference.
  • Your logo and information in the app menu.
  • Recognition as Marketing Partner in the Conference Program.
  • Verbal recognition & rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary sessions.

Culinary Showcase Partner | $2,000
  • One (1) complimentary All-Access Conference registration.
  • One (1) complimentary invitation to the GSLA Board & Senior Leadership Opening Reception VIP Section.
  • Logo recognition on signage at Showcase.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website.
  • Recognition as Marketing Partner in the Conference Program.
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.

Coffee Break Partner | $1,500
  • One (1) complimentary invitation to the GSLA Board & Senior Leadership Opening Reception VIP Section.
  • Opportunity to provide cups, napkins, coffee stirs, etc., for sponsored coffee break(s).
  • Recognition next to the Coffee Break in the Conference Program Agenda.
  • Logo & link on GSLA Conference website.
  • Recognition as Marketing Partner in the Conference Program.
  • Rolling slide deck recognition at all Keynote & Plenary Sessions.

Education Course Partner | $500
  • Opportunity to act as Room Host and introduce partnered education course and your company.
  • Logo recognition as Education Partner in the Conference Program alongside of partnered course.
  • Website recognition as Marketing Partner.

Every Story Sponsorship | $4,750
  • Be part of every attendee’s experience. This sponsorship includes a branded giveaway item, selected by GSLA, placed in every conference bag, giving your company visibility in the hands of all attendees.
  • Sponsorship Includes:
    • Two (2) All-Access Conference registrations
    • Two (2) invitations to the GSLA Board VIP Reception
    • Quarter-page ad in the Conference Program
    • Logo placement on the Conference website & app
    • Recognition as a Silver Sponsor across conference materials and communications
    • Silver sponsor ribbon on name badges
    • Recognition in rolling slides during Keynote & Plenary Sessions
General Session Table Top | $2,000
  • Keep your company in view as part of the General Session tablescape. Every table for all main sessions will host a table sign with your logo, design, booth information, QR Code and more (design to be provided)!

   Lanyards | $1,875
  • All conference attendees are required to wear their conference badge within the complex, and many keep them for years to come. Highlight your company on the Conference lanyards and be in every picture!
Conference Bag | $1,750
  • Add your company name/logo to the conference attendee bags used by all attendees to carry their convention items, goodies, books, collectibles, and handouts.
Cornhole Board (Set) | $700
  • Be a BIG part of the fun and put your logo ON a cornhole board set and scoreboard. Boards will be used during the Opening Reception Tournament. After the conference, the boards are yours to keep!

Bag Swag | $500
  • Provide a memorable piece of swag, a postcard, or special invitation to all attendees in the Conference Bag, picked up when attendees arrive at Registration. Limit one (1) item approved by GSLA.

Cornhole Scoreboard (Set) | $150
  • There is already talk of who will be contenders at the Cornhole Tournament during the Opening Reception. Put your logo in front of all of the players by advertising on a scoreboard.

Conference Program | $1,500 | $1,000 | $500
  • Make your impact memorable by purchasing a full-page, half-page, or quarter-page ad in the Conference Program. Attendees reference the program all year long - keep your name in front of them!

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Schedule

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28

8:30am - 4:00pm: Pre-Conference Education
12:00pm - 4:00pm: Trade Show Registration & Move-In
2:30pm - 4:30pm: Attendee Registration
5:30pm - 7:30pm: Opening Reception & Chef Showcase


THURSDAY OCTOBER 29

7:15am: Attendee Registration Opens
7:15am - 8:30am: Exhibit Hall Open - Breakfast & Networking inside the Exhibit Hall
8:30am - 10:30am: Welcome & Opening Keynote
10:45am - 11:45am: Welcome & Opening Keynote
11:45am - 1:45pm: Exhibit Hall Open - Lunch & Education in Exhibit Hall
2:00pm - 3:00pm: Education Break Out Sessions II
3:00pm - 4:00pm: Exhibit Hall Open - Coffee Break & Education in Exhibit Hall
4:15pm - 5:15pm: Education Break Out Sessions III
5:30pm - GSLA Board VIP Reception (by invitation only)

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30

8:00am: Attendee Registration Opens
8:30am - 10:00am: Breakfast with Providers & Keynote
10:00am - 12:00pm: Exhibit Hall Open - Coffee & Education in Exhibit Hall
12:00pm - 1:15pm: Culinary Competition
12:00pm - 4:00pm: Exhibit Hall Breakdown
1:30pm - 2:30pm: Education Breakout Sessions IV
2:45pm - 3:45pm: Closing Session with DCH
3:45pm: Adjourn
4:00pm - 4:30pm: PAC RAFFLE