Leading Through Change, Ambiguity and Uncertainty
OCT 10, 2025
Empowering Leaders through Education
Join us for Conexiones, Association Latinos' in-person educational summit, a premier gathering designed to unite and inspire over 100 top-tier association professionals. This milestone event will host a diverse mix of executives and decision-makers, ranging from coordinators to C-suite leaders across the nonprofit sector. Engage with industry pioneers and influencers as we explore cutting-edge topics and innovative strategies in leadership, strategic planning, and cultural competency. Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and forge powerful partnerships in a dynamic, collaborative setting aimed at energizing you to create a positive change in your organization and beyond!
Where
American Planning Association
Chicago, IL
Pricing
Early bird registration Ends Sept. 17
$75 for full day education and Honores Award Ceremony
CAE Hours:
Attendees will earn 4.0 CAE Hours
Conexiones is designed for association professionals who are keen to expand their networks, gain insights from industry leaders, and engage in meaningful discussions about the future of association management. Attendees will include influential figures from across the association industry.
You don't want to miss it!
Who Should Attend?
Speakers
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Dr. Patty Delgado
Leading with Cultural Competency and Identity: Harnessing Latino Cultural Drivers for Inclusive Leadership
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Kim Svoboda
Leading Through Inflection Points: What the Best Leaders Get Right
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Lori Marie Huertas
Navigating the Fog: Leadership in Times of Change and Uncertainty
Schedule:
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Start the summit with an exclusive networking breakfast, providing a unique opportunity to connect with industry pioneers and fellow leaders.
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Attendees will be placed into cohorts, where they will engage in all three transformative workshops led by our expert speakers, focusing on the latest trends and challenges in association management to empower and inspire.
Leading with Cultural Competency and Identity: Harnessing Latino Cultural Drivers for Inclusive Leadership
Dr. Patty Delgado -
We'll have some savory Latino lunch for you to enjoy. You read that correctly! We’ll have some guisados, arroz con gandules, and all the delights that Latino food brings.
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Attendees will be placed into cohorts, where they will engage in all three transformative workshops led by our expert speakers, focusing on the latest trends and challenges in association management to empower and inspire.
Leading Through Inflection Points: What the Best Leaders Get Right
Kim Svoboda -
Attendees will be placed into cohorts, where they will engage in all three transformative workshops led by our expert speakers, focusing on the latest trends and challenges in association management to empower and inspire.
Navigating the Fog: Latino Leadership in Times of Change and Uncertainty
Lori Marie Huertas -
Celebrate excellence during our annual Honores Awards Ceremony. Wrap up the summit with a festive reception, allowing for relaxed conversations and a chance to solidify new connections.
Schedule subject to change
Honores Awards Ceremony
Honores is Association Latinos’ signature celebration of Latino leadership excellence across the association community. The ceremony honors individuals and organizations whose vision, service, and impact are shaping the future of associations. By recognizing these trailblazers, we not only celebrate their accomplishments but also inspire the next generation of leaders to continue driving innovation, inclusion, and community within our profession.
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Why Attend?
Conexiones offers an unmatched opportunity to network with peers, learn from top leaders, and participate in an evolving dialogue that shapes the future of associations. Whether you're looking to enhance your professional skills, explore innovative solutions, or foster collaborative partnerships, Conexiones is the place to be.
Prepare to be inspired, informed, and integrated into a broader community dedicated to advancing the association profession. Secure your spot at Conexiones today and be part of shaping the future!
All Association Latinos Events have the expectation that you will treat everyone with respect, support and uplift the association community and profession, help us shape the association of the future, and most important, have a great time.
Read the full Code of Conduct Policy for more details.
We are proud to be supported by Adage, DelCor, HighRoad Solutions, RSM and Wipfli, among other notable sponsors who are integral to the success of this summit.
