Opening Keynote Welcome to Nashville: State of the Industry and Hero Awards

An industry informed is an industry moving forward. This opening keynote will set the tone for SLEC 2026 with a welcome from Nick Stengle, CEO of Tennessee-based Brookdale Senior Living, followed by Argentum’s State of the Industry address from Argentum CEO James Balda—an essential look at how the organization is uniting and advancing the senior living field through its strategic vision.

We’ll also come together for one of the most meaningful moments of the conference: The Hero Awards, a celebration of community-level heroes who represent the true heart of the field. Join us as we honor these extraordinary individuals and celebrate what makes senior living so special.

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