APBA Leadership Conference - What to expect

The Association of Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) is proud to present the 2025 APBA Leadership Conference, a two-day virtual event designed to equip behavior analysts with the vision, tools, and strategies to lead at every level in clinical practice. Whether you're mentoring clinicians, guiding organizations, providing direct services, or advocating for systems-level change, this conference is for you!  

The 2025 APBA Leadership Conference embraces the complexities that come with the rapid growth of behavior analysis by offering three focused tracks:  

Clinical Leadership Track  

Learn how to lead effective and compassionate teams by focusing on:  

• Tailoring services to client needs  

• Creating supervision systems for front-line staff, trainees, and early-career BCBAs  

• Integrating trauma-informed care into practice  

• Innovating caregiver supports and training  

Invited Speakers Include: Jessica Nastasi, Jeannie Golden, Landon Cowan, Adrienne Bradley, and many more! 

Business Leadership Track  

Learn how to grow and innovate your organization by:  

• Upholding ethical and professional standards  

• Increasing staff engagement through performance management  

• Maintaining compliance with documentation   

• Building mission-driven cultures that motivate and inspire  

Invited Speakers Include: John Austin, Kristine Rodriguez, Nissa Van Etten, Rebecca Womack, and many more!  

Policy Leadership Track (New in 2025!)  

Learn how to take your leadership beyond the clinic and into the systems shaping our field by focusing on:  

• Navigating legislation and regulatory change  

• Advocating for sustainable and equitable access to ABA services  

• Understanding payer and funder requirements  

• Leading efforts for systemic change in behavior analysis  

Invited Speakers Include: Dan Unumb, Michelle Heid, Nicole Neil, Beverly Kirby, and many more!  

INSPIRING KEYNOTES  

We are honored to welcome two incredible keynote speakers who will challenge, inspire, and prepare you to lead with purpose and impact.  

Dr. Denice Rios – A leading voice in compassionate and culturally responsive leadership, staff training strategies, assessment and treatment of problem behavior, and addressing microaggressions in the workplace. 

Mr. Isaac Bermudez – A seasoned leader with experience shaping inclusive, high-performing behavior analytic organizations. 

 WHAT TO EXPECT  

• A two-day virtual experience with live and on-demand access for 45 days  

• Curated tracks that reflect your leadership goals  

• Innovative content grounded in behavior science  

• CEUs available across sessions  

• Group discounts-bring your team and save while growing together