2026 FAAWO State Leadership Conference
June 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SAVE THE DATE – JUNE 3-4, 2026
DESCRIPTION:
Hosted by FAAWO
Join FAAWO for a mini conference open to Member Organizations as well as executive and leadership staff from non-member private shelters, municipal shelters, and rescue organizations in Florida.
Located in Lakeland, Florida at the Springhill Suites by Marriott, conference attendees will enjoy a cocktail hour, breakfast and lunch, sponsor exhibits and presentations from Florida experts and leaders in animal welfare. Presentations will be concise and digestible (45 to 60 minutes) while offering resources and takeaways.
TICKETS:
Online ticket sales coming soon!
Each attendee must have a ticket. Tickets include:
- Cocktail Hour (sodas and appetizers included, cash bar), Wednesday, June 3, 2026
- Continental Breakfast on Thursday, June 4, 2026
- Access to all conference sessions on Thursday, June 4, 2026
- Boxed lunch on Friday, June 4
- Attendees from non-member organizations receive a 1-year membership to FAAWO
- FAAWO Member Organizations: FREE
- Non-Member Organizations: $TBD/person (this does not include hotel room for overnight guests. See below for link to book your room.)
VENUE & LODGING:
- Reservations are first-come, first-served at the conference venue Springhill Suites by Marriott Lakeland
- Special room rate $165 for 1 to 6 guests
- Free parking
- Amenities include a pool, gym and close to downtown
Location:
Springhill Suites by Marriott Lakeland
511 W Lime St.
Lakeland, FL 33815
CHECK BACK FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND CALL FOR SPEAKERS.