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Northwestern Health Sciences University

Sept. 29 – Oct. 1, 2023
Bloomington, MN

The annual Student Leadership Conference is an important weekend of education, networking, and collaboration for the Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA).

The Leadership Conference is a gathering of student leaders from multiple SACA chapters who are eager to learn from the chiropractic profession’s top minds. Attendees will leave the conference inspired to make a difference within the healthcare system, the chiropractic profession, and their student groups on each respective campus.

Meet the Speakers

Registration Rates:

	Regular (Ends 7/31)
SACA Member Rate	$175

Registration is now closed.

Host Hotel:

Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington

3900 American Boulevard

West Bloomington, MN 55437

Schedule:

Day 1: Friday, September 29, 2023

Time	Session Title	Location	Presenter
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.	Registration	Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington Lobby
3:00 – 3:30 p.m.	Charter Bus Transportation	Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington to Northwestern Health Sciences University
3:30 – 3:40 p.m.	Welcome Remarks	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
3:40 – 4:00 p.m.	Northwestern Health Sciences University Address	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Deb Bushway, PhD President and CEO of Northwestern Health Sciences University
4:00 – 4:30 p.m.	What is Integrative Care?	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Michele Renee, DC, MAc
4:30 - 4:40 p.m.	Break	Northwestern Health Sciences University
4:40 - 5:25 p.m.	WORKSHOP: Your Value Proposition	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Stephen Thompson, DC, DACM
5:25 - 5:30 p.m.	Closing Remarks	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
5:30 – 6:00 p.m.	Charter Bus Transportation	Northwestern Health Sciences University to Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.	Reception	Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington

Day 2: Saturday, September 30, 2023

Time	Session Title	Location	Presenter
7:00 - 7:45 a.m.	Breakfast	Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington
7:45 – 8:15 a.m.	Charter Bus Transportation	Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington to Northwestern Health Sciences University
8:15 – 8:20 a.m.	Opening Remarks	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
8:20 – 8:30 a.m.	Remarks from NCMIC	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Mandi Swanson, Student Engagement Coordinator, NCMIC
8:30 – 8:50 a.m.	Presentation from ACA President	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Michael Martin, DC ACA President
8:50 – 9:50 a.m.	KEYNOTE	Northwestern Health Sciences University	David Paris, DC
9:50 – 10:05 a.m.	Break Sponsored by Minnesota Chiropractic Association	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Jodi Dorpinghaus, Minnesota Delegate
10:05 – 10:50 a.m.	Who is on Your Team?	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sri Umapathi, DC
10:50 – 11:05 a.m.	WORKSHOP	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
11:05 - 11:15 a.m.	Break	Northwestern Health Sciences University
11:15 – 12:00 p.m.	Finding Your Niche	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Stephen Thompson, DACM, DC, LAC
12:00 -12:15 p.m.	NextGen Presentation	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Danielle Pettet, DC NextGen Leadership Committee Chair
12:15 – 1:15 p.m.	Lunch Sponsored by National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE)	Northwestern Health Sciences University
1:15 – 2:00 p.m.	Lessons For The Future: A Young Clinicians Experiences	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Alex Sundin, DC
2:00 – 2:45 p.m.	Staying ahead of the Curve: Culturally Competent Chiropractic Care	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Maithy Ta, DC Member of ACA's Board of Governors
2:45 - 3:00 p.m.	Break	Northwestern Health Sciences University
3:00 – 3:30 p.m.	It’s Not About You- Adapting to Better Serve Our Communities (Peer Led Workshop)	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
3:30- 4:15 p.m.	Effective Patient Care Starts With Skillful Communication	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Shereffa Clarke, DC American Black Chiropractic Association Vice President
4:15 - 4:30 p.m.	Break	Northwestern Health Sciences University
4:30 – 5:00 p.m.	SACA Talks	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Nathaniel Tuck: Personality Types in the Workplace Matt Smolen: Women in Sports Chiropractic Lauren Williams Kirsten DeHaven: Why Mind/Body Connection Matters In Integrative Care Settings
5:00 – 5:05 p.m.	Closing Remarks	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
5:05 - 6:30 p.m.	Dinner and Presentation of Awards	Northwestern Health Sciences University
6:30 - 7:00 p.m.	Charter Bus Transportation	Northwestern Health Sciences University to Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington

Day 3: Sunday, October 1, 2023

Time	Session Title	Location	Presenter
6:45 - 7:30 a.m.	Breakfast	Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington
7:30 - 8:00 a.m.	Charter Bus Transportation	Hilton Minneapolis/ Bloomington to Northwestern Health Sciences University
8:00 - 8:05 a.m.	Opening Remarks	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
8:05 – 8:15 a.m.	Sponsorship Raffle	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Leslie Reece, DC Katie Benson-Rangel, DC
8:15 – 8:35 a.m.	SACA National Executive Board Presentation	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Hannah Goltz, SACA National Chair Matt Smolen, SACA Vice Chair Lexi Aruck, SACA Legislative Chair Nadya Bordewick, SACA Legislative Vice Chair Katy Kennedy, Immediate Past Chair
8:35 – 9:05 a.m.	Chapter Success Strategies	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Jane Zaretskie, ACA VP, Marketing and Member Services
9:05 - 9:20 a.m.	Break	Northwestern Health Sciences University
9:20 - 10:35 a.m.	Settings of Practice Panel	Northwestern Health Sciences University	MODERATOR: Ihotu Ali Molly Magnani, DC, David Paris, DC Leslie Reece, DC Juneau K. Robbins, DC
10:35 - 11:00 a.m.	Conference Reflections & Closing Remarks	Northwestern Health Sciences University	Sebastian Bergeron, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair Kit Harlow, SACA Leadership Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair
11:00 - 11:30 a.m.	Boxed Lunch	Northwestern Health Sciences University

Supporting Sponsors

Inclement Weather Policy 

ACA conferences (including Student Leadership Conference) will be cancelled due to inclement weather or any other occurrence beyond the parties’ control (including, but not limited to, flood, fire or natural disaster) only if the venue and/or location of the event is closed or provides notice to ACA of its inability to hold the event, or if a local government-declared emergency status is in effect for the location of the event. If an ACA conference is cancelled due to inclement weather or other occurrence beyond the parties’ control as set forth herein, every attempt will be made to reschedule the event and your registration fee will be applied to the rescheduled event date. Any travel expenses that may have been incurred cannot be refunded under any circumstances. If the ACA event is held but weather conditions (whether forecasted or actualized) prohibit you from traveling, ACA cannot refund your registration fee.

Photo/Film Release  

Please be advised that photographs and videos will be taken at this event for use on the ACA website, marketing materials and other Association publications. By registering for this event, you consent to the Association photographing, filming, and using your image and likeness.

Cancellation Policy:

There will be a $50 fee for all conference cancellations made on or before July 31. After July 31, no refunds will be issued.

Cancellations must be made in writing to [email protected].

No-Show Policy:

ACA staff will make room reservations for all out-of-town student registrants. Friday, Sept. 29 and Saturday, Sept. 30 hotel charges (room and tax only) will be covered by ACA. If you do not check-in to the hotel on the first night of your reservation, you will incur a “no-show charge” of $182.09 per each night of your reservation.

If you need to cancel your registration, please refer to the conference cancellation policy for instructions and deadlines.

When is the SACA Leadership Conference?

The conference will be held Friday, Sept. 29 – Sunday, Oct. 1 at Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, Minn.

Who can attend the SACA Leadership Conference?

ALL SACA members are welcomed to attend the SACA Leadership Conference. Individuals must be SACA members in good standing.

What is included in my registration fee?

Your conference registration includes two nights lodging at the Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington — arriving on Friday, Sept. 29 and departing  Sunday, Oct. 1. Do not contact the hotel directly to book your room. Your room will be booked by ACA staff and your confirmation will be emailed to you.

Attendees are responsible for their own travel to Bloomington, Minn., as well as transportation between airport and hotel.

What is the deadline to register?

Registration closes completely after Monday, July 31, 2023.

I am a speaker and/or sponsor, how do I register?

If you are a Speaker/Sponsor and did not receive your registration instructions, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist you.

What is the refund and cancellation policy?

Registration cancellation and refund requests must be received by Monday, July 31, 2023, to be eligible for a refund and are subject to a cancellation fee. Requests received after this date will not be accepted. Refunds will be processed after the closing of the conference. Please allow up to six (6) weeks for refunds to be issued.

There will be a $50 fee for all conference cancellations made on or before July 31. After July 31, no refunds will be issued. Cancellations must be made in writing to [email protected].

Who do I contact if I have questions about the event?

Please contact [email protected] and staff will respond to your inquiry.

What time will the conference begin and end?

Tentatively, the program will begin at approximately 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 29, and will end at 12 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 1.

What meals are included in my conference registration?

Conference registration includes a Friday evening reception. On Saturday, attendees will receive breakfast, lunch, and dinner. On Sunday, attendees receive breakfast and a boxed lunch.

Will the schedule be posted online?

Yes, information on conference sessions and speakers can be found online, so please check the website for updates.

What is the closest airport to the host hotel?

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.
(10 mins from Northwestern Health Sciences University)

Bloomington is located adjacent to the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP). The Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is just minutes from the heart of Bloomington, 20 minutes from both downtown Minneapolis/St. Paul, and 10 minutes from the host logging location Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington.