10 Reasons WELCOA Summit is THE Wellness Conference to Attend in 2023

The days of conferences aren’t over, but the days of conferences that don’t bring meaning and impact are. We’re building something different because you deserve something different.

WELCOA Summit fuses community, think tank, and an ultimate self-care experience into a full, four-day, immersive experience for the heart, mind, and soul.

Here are 10 reasons WELCOA Summit is THE wellness conference to attend in 2023.

1. REIGNITE YOUR SENSE OF WONDER
   It’s easy to get caught up in doing the work and forget how to dream! Do you remember going on field trips as a kid and being filled with wonder stepping off of that school bus and feeling refreshed to get outside the classroom? WELCOA Summit is your grown-up field trip to reignite your sense of wonder about the work you do. It’s the perfect balance of learning, connecting, ideating, and resting that will send you back to work inspired.


2. CREATE LIFELONG CONNECTIONS
   Those that join us every year know that WELCOA Summit feels like a celebration of like minds. It’s the family reunion you actually want to attend. If you work in a singular role in your organization or a small team, chances are you don’t often get the chance to network with professionals whose hearts beat for the same things yours does. WELCOA Summit is a one-of-a-kind experience to ask questions, share ideas, provide support, and build business relationships.


3. EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO THE EXPERTS
   This year we’re bringing you the rare opportunity to get inspired by and connect with the industry’s top leaders. We’re covering all things related to personal and workplace wellness with a lineup of topics and experts you won’t find together at one event anywhere else.


4. TIME FOR DEEP FOCUS AND FLOW
   Multitasking during a webinar just doesn’t cut it when it comes to getting the personal and professional development that really makes a difference. Taking time away from your desk means you’re immersed in an experience that’s designed to fill you up with as much information and inspiration as possible. If you’ve ever attended a WELCOA event, you know that what we do virtually is great, but can you imagine what you’d get out of an in-person experience?


5. EXPERIENCES FOR YOUR DEVELOPMENT
   You spend at least forty hours each week investing in your company or organization. The WELCOA Summit is a chance to take a moment for yourself. Knowledge and experiences are two things that can never be taken from you. Investing in your development can only benefit you and the people that you serve even more.


6. OPPORTUNITIES FOR SELF-CARE
   Some conference experiences are like drinking from a firehose. We packed our conference full of sessions for you to learn and grow, but we left plenty of room for you to enjoy time for your own wellness. Kick-off every day of WELCOA Summit with a moment of self-care, enjoy catered meals and refreshments throughout the day, experience a special musical guest, and explore the sights of sunny San Diego. You’ll come home recharged and ready to create impact.


7. GET BACK TO THE BIG PICTURE
   When you’re buried in tasks, projects, deadlines, reporting, planning, etc. it can feel impossible to get back to the big picture of why you’re doing what you’re doing in the first place. And in seasons of burnout, you may find yourself asking, “Does my work even matter? Am I making a difference?” You’re not alone in that. Giving yourself permission to take a breath and get back to the big picture could be just what you need to find your purpose and vision again. We’ll bring you back to the big picture and remind you of your worth and value as a person and as a professional.


8. SHOP FOR VENDORS
   Take advantage of our exhibition events full of vendors, consultants, and products. This is a great opportunity to meet our Premier Providers in person—ask questions, and explore their offerings to find the best fit for you and your organization’s needs. Plus, they usually have some really fun swag and freebies to sweeten the deal.


9. CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS (CEUS)
   If you hold credentials that require continuing education credits each year, WELCOA Summit is a perfect time to get lots of credits in a short amount of time all while spending time in San Diego with your people! No need to go searching from organization to organization, or webinar to webinar to find the credits you need. The WELCOA Summit offers credits for SHRM, HRCI, and NCHEC credentials which contributes to your WELCOA Faculty designation.


10. JOIN A MOVEMENT
    Need to elevate change for well-being in your organization? The movement begins with you. You will learn and experience how to be more intentional about your own well-being and acquire practical ways to do the same for those you serve. Invite others along in the movement. Know someone in the industry that you haven’t seen in a while? Plan to attend the Summit together to rekindle your connection. Even better! Bring your team and share in this experience together.



Elevate Change With Us


So, consider this your official invitation to Elevate Change with us at WELCOA Summit—an experience designed just for YOU.

Join us in sunny San Diego from September 25 – 28. Pre-Conference intensives begin September 25, and the Core Conference begins September 26.

Don’t miss the workplace wellness conference of the year! It could be the best thing you do for yourself and your workplace.


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