Conference Schedule

All events will be held at The Paradise Point Resort

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Kids’ Chance state organizations are encouraged to send at least one, if not two, representatives to the National Conference. There is no charge for registration*. We also extend an invitation to the rest of the Kids’ Chance community, including our national partners and their teams, our conference sponsors, workers’ compensation industry members, and anyone else who supports our mission.

Unless otherwise indicated, dress code for all conference events is business casual

‍*Attendees who are not currently serving as state representatives or volunteers are asked to pay a registration fee of $350 to help defray the costs of participation.

*Preliminary schedule - subject to change

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Monday, April 13, 2026

4:00 - 6:00 PM

KCOA National Board Meeting

5:00 - 6:30 PM

Early Bird Registration

Paradise Point Resort Hotel Lobby

6:30 - 8:00 PM

Outdoor Welcome Reception

Tidal Restaurant

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

7:30 AM

Conference Registration Opens

Bayview Foyer, Conference Center

8:00 – 9:00 AM

Conference Kickoff Breakfast and Networking Time

8:00 – 9:00 AM

First Time Attendee Breakfast

9:00 – 9:30 AM

2026 KCOA National Conference Program Kick-off

9:30 – 10:00 AM

Partnering for the Future –Collaboration with the College of Worker's Compensation Lawyers

10:00 – 10:30 AM

General Session I - Panel Discussion with Kids’ Chance Graduates

10:30 – 11:30 AM

General Session II - Overcoming the Competition for Connection
Keynote Speaker – Nathan Chappell

11:45 AM – 1:15 PM

Founders’ Luncheon
Remarks by Robert M. Clyatt, Founder, Kids’ Chance of America

1:30 - 2:30 PM

General Session III – Radical Connection Workshop
Facilitator - Nathan Chappell
*** Program Break from 2:30 to 2:45pm***

2:45 - 3:45 PM

General Session IV – Network to Movement: Plans for the Future of Kids' Chance of America
Chris Letsos, KCOA Chief Executive Officer

3:45 - 4:45 PM

General Session V - Class of 2026 KCOA National Ambassadors Panel Discussion

4:45 - 5:00 PM

Closing and Recap

Sunset Ballroom
As we conclude today’s program, let’s take a moment to reflect on the key takeaways.

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5:00 - 5:30 PM

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Photo opportunity with KCOA National Ambassadors

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5:30 PM

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Explore San Diego on your own

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Wednesday, April 15, 2026

7:30 AM

Conference Registration Opens

7:30 – 8:30 AM

Breakfast and Networking

Sunset Terrace

8:30 – 10:00 AM

Council of State Organizations Full Delegate Meeting

Sunset Ballroom

10:00 - 11:00 AM

General Session VI - Power of Partnership Panel Discussion

11:00 AM- 12:00 PM

General Session VII - Exploring the Future of the Post-Secondary Education Landscape

Sunset Ballroom

12:00 - 12:15 PM

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Kids' Chance Student Spotlight

Sunset Ballroom

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12:30 – 1:30 PM

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Buffet Lunch and Networking

Sunset Terrace

1:30 – 2:30 PM

General Session VIII - Maximizing Impact: Collaborative State Organization Work Session
*** Program Break from 2:30 to 2:45pm***

2:45 – 3:45 PM

KCOA Annual Meeting

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3:45 - 4:45 PM

General Session IX - The Evolution and Alignment of Planning for the Future Panel Discussion
Moderator: Meghan Chisholm, Chair of the Planning for the Future Committee

4:45- 6:00 PM

Program Break and Networking Opportunities

6:00 - 6:45 PM

Board Chair’s Reception - Photo opportunities with KCOA National Ambassadors

6:45 PM

KCOA Community Group Photo - Location to be determined

7:00 - 9:00 PM

Kids’ Chance of America Awards Ceremony and Banquet  

Sunset Ballroom

*open seating; business/cocktail attire suggested

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***Conference Concludes***

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