CALA News & Views | Issue 51 | Impact

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ELEVATE : CALA'S ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXPO The energy and enthusiasm at our two 2024 conferences was palpable. Each conference opened with a breakout session focused on crucial considerations and strategies to strengthen employee retention. The packed attendance, high energy and dynamic dialogue that took place reflected the common

a dynamic discussion among thought leaders around the unique nuances, challenges and opportunities inherent to regional leadership. Intensives addressed these critical topics: The Transformative Impact of AI on Healthcare & Senior Living and Creating an Un-lonely World – Community as Medicine , and keynote speaker Darryll Stinson focused on A Self C.A.R.E. Strategy to Transform Stress into Success . We appreciate those who were part of this remarkable experience. With a median score of 4.8 out of 5 stars, attendees were pleased with the depth of content and the degree of practical takeaways that breakout and intensive sessions provided at each conference, thanks in no small part to the guidance and commitment of CALA’s Education Committee.

challenges attendees experience along with their desire to collaboratively raise awareness and attract more candidates to the profession. The Spring Conference & Trade Show held in Sacramento featured an Immersive Learning Opportunity for Community and Corporate Dining Leaders & Teams on Monday that included critical topics such as programming, balancing cost and service, retaining staff and more. Intensives focused on How to Calm the Chaos and be Positive, Productive and Present as well as Destigmatizing Mental Health Challenges to Foster Inclusivity , while our keynote presenter, Scott Shigeoka, shared thought-provoking insights around Cultivating a Culture of Curiosity . The Fall Conference & Trade Show in Palm Springs included a special 1-day track entitled Mastering Multi-site Leadership and featured

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