Inspiring Keynotes
Tracks of Programming
Sessions of Professional Development
Industry-Leading Speakers
The 39th annual Leadership Convention by NAAAP is coming to the Sonesta Philadelphia hotel from Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19, 2026. In this “City of Firsts”, NAAAP will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. in the place where this country started and with the first-ever Leadership Convention in Philadelphia.
This year’s convention theme is Resonance & Resilience. Resonance, in how we hope our convention programming deeply relates to your values and goals. And with resonance providing conviction — Resilience, in allowing you to better adapt to, endure, and bounce back.
Please join us in Philadelphia!
WHY ATTEND LEADERSHIP CONVENTION?
Inspire Your Personal Growth
Strengthen Your Network
Celebrate Community & Culture
Elevate Your Career
Reconnect with purpose through stories of resilience, leadership, and impact.
Forge authentic relationships with leaders and professionals across industries.
Join us at the Unity Gala and NAAP Banquet for unforgettable moments of recognition and connection.
Access 22 sessions and keynotes designed to equip you for your next level of leadership.
WHY ATTEND LEADERSHIP CONVENTION?
The following Schedule contains proposed Sessions, which are subject to change.
SUPPORT LEADERSHIP CONVENTION
The 39th annual Leadership Convention by NAAAP is coming to the Sonesta Philadelphia hotel from Thursday, July 16 to Sunday, July 19, 2026. In this “City of Firsts”, NAAAP will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. in the place where this country started and with the first-ever Leadership Convention in Philadelphia.
This year’s convention theme is Resonance & Resilience. Resonance, in how we hope our convention programming deeply relates to your values and goals. And with resonance providing conviction — Resilience, in allowing you to better adapt to, endure, and bounce back.
Please join us in Philadelphia!
The following Schedule contains proposed Sessions, which are subject to change.
SUPPORT LEADERSHIP CONVENTION