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March 31 – April 1, 2025
Cherry Valley Hotel

2299 Cherry Valley RD SE • Newark, OH 43055

Over 800 leaders and professionals from the child/youth-serving behavioral health and social service sectors will gather to engage, learn, and inspire.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers, share knowledge, and drive meaningful change in our community. Together, we will unlock new opportunities for growth and success in the child/family services and behavioral health sectors.

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Admission Costs (Deadline to register is March 10)

Alliance *Member Admission: $349
 

Reboot and Rebound: Discovering Joy in Change

*If you select the Alliance Member Admission, you will be required to enter the agency name under the registrant details. View Ohio Children's Alliance Member Agency Directory >

Government Admission: $375
 

General Admission: $399 

Can’t Make the Full Conference? Join Us for a “Morning Reset”

"Morning Reset" with Dan Heath, #1 New York Times bestselling author
March 31, 8am-11:30am 
Rate: $200 (No continuing education credit applies with this admission.)

"Morning Reset" Admission Includes:

  • Shuttle service to and from parking lot and venue. Parking located: Newark City Schools Learning Center | 1440 Granville Rd., Newark, Ohio.

  • Continental Breakfast.

  • Keynote Address: Reset: How to Change What's Not Working by Dan Heath, #1 New York Times bestselling author

  • Opportunity to receive a copy of Reset: How to Change What's Not Working Book by Dan Heath

  • Opportunity to network with sponsors, exhibitors, and all attendees

Leaders Taking the Stage!

Dan Heath (Day 1)
Author of Made to Stick, Upstream, and The Power of Moments

Get ready to be inspired by the #1 New York Times bestselling author, with over 4 million books sold across 35 languages. His award-winning insights have earned accolades like Apple’s Best Audiobook of the Year and the OWL Award for Best Business Book. Dan also hosts the hit podcast What It’s Like to Be…, which explores fascinating professions and has landed in Apple’s Top 50 Society & Culture podcasts. A master storyteller, Dan will take you on a journey of transformation, human connection, and leadership.

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Kevin Carroll (Day 2)
The Katalyst

Experience the energy of Kevin Carroll, the Katalyst for creativity, positivity, and play. A TED speaker, bestselling author, and sought-after coach, Kevin has inspired over 350,000 people from global nonprofits, Fortune 500 companies, and professional sports leagues. Known for his playful curiosity and passion for unlocking human potential, Kevin’s work with organizations like ESPN and Disney has turned bold ideas into reality. With a mix of humor, heart, and actionable insights, Kevin’s dynamic keynotes are a catalyst for self-improvement and change.

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