October 2026 ACTEA Leadership Conference
ACTEA Leadership Conference
October 7 – 9 , 2026
Turning Stone Resort Casino
Keynote Speakers
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo, retired Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Wisconsin, is an educational leader and author. During his tenure, the Fall Creek School District was recognized as an Innovative District twice by the International Center for Leadership in Education. Joe authored multiple books, including best-sellers “Hacking Leadership” and “Lead From Where You Are.” Honored as one of 117 Future Ready Superintendents and among the 50 Personalized Learning Leaders by the US Department of Education, Joe was also named one of the 100 Most Influential Educators by District Administration Magazine. In 2019, Education Dive awarded him National Superintendent of the Year.
Thursday, October 8, 2026
Keynote Speaker: Gerry Brooks
(Motivational Education Speaker & Author of “Go See the Principal”)
He is a passionate public speaker whose focus is on encouraging and helping teachers improve their instructional abilities. He also has a desire to help administrators successfully lead their staff.
An encouraging speaker, he has spoken to educational groups all around the nation. His focus is on encouraging teachers to improve their instruction through personal climate and culture strategies. He desires to help administrators focus on how to lead all staff in a positive and constructive manner.
Friday, October 9, 2026
Commissioner Betty A. Rosa
(Friday Morning Panel – A conversation with CTE Students)
Conference Registration
Coming soon.
Hotel Registration Info
Hotel Reservation Code: HCTE26 or state they are with ACTEA Leadership Conference
Direct phone call: 1-800-771-7711
Room Cutoff Date: September 14, 2026
Session Proposal Forms
Sponsor and Vendor Exhibit Registration
Coming soon.
