Information

New Directors Training ~ December 7–8 (travel days: 7th & 11th)
The New Directors Training is designed for DOC directors, commissioners, or secretaries who have been in the role less than a year or have not yet participated in this training. All DOC directors are welcome to attend. This program gives new leaders the chance to learn essential first-year information, connect with peers, and build lasting relationships.

The All Directors Symposium will follow immediately after. CLA associates (former DOC directors) are invited, but corporate partners are not included in the meetings.

All Directors Symposium ~ December 8–11 (travel days: 8th & 11th)
This annual event brings together DOC directors, commissioners, and secretaries from across the country. Sessions focus on timely, nationally relevant topics and provide opportunities for professional development, networking, and open dialogue.

The Symposium also features our Clements and Francke Awards Ceremony, along with the addition of the Wainwright Award, honoring two sitting directors and one associate. More information to come. 

This is truly one of the most anticipated events of the year—you won’t want to miss it! 

Schedule 

Here is the tentative agenda for both events. 

Hotel Reservations 

Each attendee will need to make their own hotel reservations. This will give you the flexibility  to make adjustments as necessary.  Please use the link in your original registration email to reserve your room. Do not wait to book your room, as they tend to fill up quickly. 

Attire 

The attire is business casual for the meetings and business for the awards ceremony. 

Airport 

It is recommended to fly into Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

Event App

We will have an event app that includes the schedule, session descriptions, attendee list, hotel map and much more. We will notify you when it is ready.