May 31-June 2, 2026 | Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
MAY 31-JUNE 2, 2026
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa
Carlsbad, CA
Now more than ever, senior housing leaders must be willing to challenge their assumptions.
SLIF is where the industry’s most innovative minds meet to have honest conversations and shake up the status quo.
Recent speakers included:
Spring 2026 Lineup coming soon!
Chip Conley
NYT Best Selling Author | Founder
Brian Solis
Futurist | Author |
John Erickson
Founder & Current Resident
Lynne Katzmann
Founder & CEO
Bob Kramer
Founder | Nexus Insights
Matt Paxton
Best-Selling Author + Host
Vince Kadlubek
Founder
Meghna Davidson
COO
Laura Willingham
COO
Sarah Thomas
Venture Partner
Steve Lindsey
CEO
Stuart Hamilton
Founder & CEO
George Netscher
CEO
Catherine Catalanotto
Senior Living Resident
Julie Templin
Senior Living Resident
Verna Cavey
Senior Living Resident
Jack York
Founder
The Rev. Rusty Reams
World’s #1 Bingo Caller
Joel Rosenberg
VP, Data & Analytics
Matthew Thompson
Chief Culinary Officer
Murry Mercier
Senior Living Market Director
Much More
To be announced
Check out who’s spoken at SLIF over the years…
The things we’re going to do…
Explore New Ideas
Enjoy Live Music
Go on Group Runs/Hikes
Evaluate New Technologies + Solutions
Have Candid Conversations w/ Peers
Make meaningful connections!
Explore New Ideas
Evaluate New Technologies + Solutions
Enjoy Live Music
Have Candid Conversations w/ Peers
Go on Group Runs/Hikes
Make meaningful connections!
Topics we’ve recently explored:
How Agentic AI Will Transform Senior Living
Reaching the Middle Market
Why Senior Living Needs a Food Revolution
Recruiting + Retaining a Multi-Generational Workforce
The Future of Robotics in Senior Living
Elevating your Marketing in the Age of AI
Embracing Value-Based Care
Innovating on Pricing and Price Transparency
Designing + Operating Healthier Communities
…and more TBA!
Intimate and Carefully Curated
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Limited to 250 industry leaders
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Engage in meaningful conversations
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Establish genuine relationships that take your business to the next level.
Unsure What to Expect?
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Check out pics from
Recent retreats
Where you’ll be
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa – Carlsbad, CA
A SoCal classic with coastal charm—palm trees, Spanish-style vibes, and plenty of sunshine. The perfect laid-back backdrop for big ideas and meaningful convos.
WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAY
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“It’s events like these that will propel our industry forward. This was our third SLIF and the best so far. This will be a must-attend event for us for years to come.”
FOUNDER – ASCENT LIVING COMMUNITIES
Agenda
SUNDAY
MAY 31
12:00pm Registration Opens!
12:30pm Networking Activities
6:15pm Welcome Reception
7:15pm Outdoor Dinner Reception
8:15pm Keynote / Entertainment
MONDAY
JUNE 1
6:30am Group Run / Walk
7:15am Breakfast on the Lawn
8:00am Keynote Speaker
9:00am Sourcing Sessions
10:00am Innovation Talks
11:00am Sourcing Sessions
12:00pm Keynote
1:00pm Networking Lunch
2:00pm MasterMind Roundtables
4:30pm Happy Hour Town Hall
7:00pm Dinner Party
TUESDAY
JUNE 2
7:45am Breakfast on the Lawn
8:30am General Session
9:30am Sourcing Sessions
10:30am Innovation Talks
11:30am Peer Roundtables
12:30pm Bon Voyage Brunch
Wanna join us?
ATTEND
(Senior Housing Provider)
Qualified execs attend at no cost. Registration includes accommodations for two nights, meals and access to all networking excursions.
PARTNER
(INDUSTRY VENDOR)
Partnering with SLIF is a great way to get your company in front of the top minds in senior housing + care.
FAQ
Who attends the event?
SLIF is an invite-only gathering that brings together CXOs from the nation’s top senior living providers as well as senior leadership from industry partners and vendors.
I’m a Senior Housing CXO and would like to attend. How do I register and what's included?
I’m an industry vendor and would like to attend. How can I get involved?
What is your cancellation policy?
- Less than 4 weeks prior to the event – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $499 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
- Less than 1 week prior to the event – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $999 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
Can my spouse attend the events?
Your spouse is welcome to come along with you and enjoy the resort while you are at the event. You can register your spouse to attend the Monday night party once our Attendee portal is open. If space allows, we will open up the Sunday networking events to spouses the week prior to the event. Guest fees apply for both.
What is the dress code?
