Keep informed on ALFA events like the Best of the Best and Hero Award nomination opening dates, Conference registration deadlines and event recaps. http://www.alfa.org Attendees of the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo will look upon their experience as a time that they went through tremendous professional and personal growth, established longlasting business connections, and gathered together to help create the future of senior living. http://www.alfa.org/News/3156/ALFA%2D2013%2DConference%2D%26%2DExpo%2DDelivers%2DUnforgettable%2DExperience Thu, 9 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT ALFA announced the winners of the ALFA 2013 Hero Awards, which honor extraordinary individuals who serve older adults in senior living communities. Six heroes were chosen as representatives and role models for the tens of thousands of senior living community professionals. The winners were honored today at the ALFA 2013 Conference and Expo. http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20130508006320/en/ALFA-Honors-Senior-Living-Heroes-National-Awards Wed, 8 May 2013 20:00:00 GMT Over 2,000 senior living professionals gathered for education, networking, and collaboration at the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo in Charlotte, NC. Todays program highlighted exemplary senior living programs and professionals, offered targeted educational sessions, and included a comprehensive exhibition of products and services supporting the senior living business. http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20130508005549/en Wed, 8 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT The ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo will close with a candid conversation about the future of senior living entitled "Insights from the CSuite." This roundtable discussion features a blockbuster group of innovative leaders from across the industry, and will elucidate the key business challenges facing senior living. http://www.alfa.org/News/3153/Thursday%27s%2DSpecial%2DEvents Wed, 8 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT More than 2,000 senior living professionals assembled in Charlotte, NC for the first full day of the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo. This annual conference is intended to help raise the bar for excellence in senior living by providing a forum for education and networking for executives who work in companies that offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care for seniors. http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=a047db6ea598488ead1441a9b&id=1e17568fea&e= Tue, 7 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT Highlights to look forward to today include keynote speaker Jim FitzGibbon and the Hero Awards Luncheon with Special Guest Former First Lady Mrs. Laura Bush. http://www.alfa.org/News/3152/Wednesday%27s%2DSpecial%2DEvents Tue, 7 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo continues today beginning with inspirational keynote Speaker Benjamin Zander and ending with an Evening of Comedy featuring the Capitol Steps. http://www.alfa.org/News/3150/Tuesday%27s%2DSpecial%2DEvents Mon, 6 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT On Monday, May 6, senior living executives from across the country gathered to kick off the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo. http://www.alfa.org/News/3148/Highlights%2Dfrom%2DMonday Mon, 6 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Special events occurring in the Expo hall Tuesday include authentic North Carolina BBQ, Happy Hour Bars, and attendee drawings that can net unique perks for Expo visitors. http://www.alfa.org/News/3149/Business%2Dand%2DFun%2Dat%2Dthe%2DExpo Mon, 6 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT The ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo begins today with a few select events including the Eighth Annual ALFAPAC Golf Classic, the inviteonly President's Council Reception, and the first day of the Executive Director Leadership Institute. http://www.alfa.org/News/3147/Monday%27s%2DSpecial%2DEvents Sun, 5 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT ALFA attendees, grab a coffee at Cafe ALFA on May 8th and then join your peers for a facilitated discussion by ALFA's Executive Roundtable Members at the ALFA Expo on Wednesday, May 8th from 11am12pm. There will be 7 simultaneous discussions, each with their own table topic, trend or area of interest. The tables will be marked with a sign. No need to RSVP, just show up with your thinking caps on! http://www.alfa.org/News/3145/Join%2DYour%2DPeers%2Dfor%2DTable%2DTalk%2D%2D%2DA%2DFacilitated%2DDiscussion%2Dby%2DALFA%27s%2DExecutive%2DRoundtable%2DMembers Fri, 3 May 2013 05:00:00 GMT Don't miss it. Benjamin Zander is one of the keynote speakers at the 2013 ALFA Conference & Expo. http://www.alfapublications.org/alfapublications/may_june_2013#pg40 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Important information for Conference & Expo attendees and exhibitors. http://us5.campaign-archive2.com/?u=a047db6ea598488ead1441a9b&id=8bfed62ea3 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT ALFA has announced that one of Americas favorite first ladies, Mrs. Laura Bush, will address senior living executives at the ALFA 2013 Conference and Expo. The Conference and Mrs. Bush will honor the work of professional caregivers on Wednesday, May 8 at the annual ALFA Hero Awards Luncheon. http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=a047db6ea598488ead1441a9b&id=421d9e5efb Tue, 16 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT After rising through the ranks at Four Seasons, ALFA Conference Keynoter Jim FitzGibbon knows a thing or two about leadership and ambition. Don't miss Jim FitzGibbon in person at the ALFA Conference & Expo, May 69, 2013, in Charlotte, NC. http://www.alfapublications.org/alfapublications/20130304#pg44 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Heres your first look at the exhibitors participating in the 2013 ALFA Conference and Expo, May 69 in Charlotte, NC. http://www.alfapublications.org/alfapublications/20130304#pg46 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT With more than double the executivelevel educational sessions of previous years, the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo is a greater value than ever before. Senior living professionals who register by April 14 will enjoy a special discounted rate. http://www.alfa.org/News/3064/Early%2DBird%2DRate%2Dfor%2Dthe%2DALFA%2D2013%2DConference%2D%26%2DExpo%2DExtended%2Dto%2DApril%2D14 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Chris Hollister, a leader and entrepreneur in the field of assisted living, has seen the industryand its leadershipevolve throughout his extensive career. His resume includes cofounding assisted living chain Southern Assisted Living in 1995 and serving as CEO until 2006, when the business was sold to Brookdale Senior Living. http://www.alfa.org/News/3063/ALFA%2DInsights%3A%2DInterview%2Dwith%2DSenior%2DLiving%2DEntrepreneur%2Dand%2DEducator%2C%2DChris%2DHollister Tue, 26 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT Now through March 25th, help choose the winners of the 2013 ALFA Senior Living Art Showcase by voting for your favorites on ALFAs Facebook page. The artists who created the three works of art with the most likes will each receive a painting party for their community and a number of other prizes. http://www.alfa.org/News/3040/Vote%2DNow%2Dfor%2DYour%2DFavorite%2DArtwork%2Din%2Dthe%2DALFA%2DSenior%2DLiving%2DArt%2DShowcase%21 Wed, 6 Mar 2013 06:00:00 GMT ALFA is making substantial new investments in the executive education program for the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo, May 69, 2013 in Charlotte, N.C. Executives serving in the field of senior living are invited to learn more and register for the event at www.alfa.org/conference. http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20130213005247/en/Investments-Executive-Education-Highlight-ALFA-2013-Conference Wed, 13 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT The Assisted Living Federation of America today announced that it is making substantial new investments in the executive education program the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo, May 69, 2013 in Charlotte, N.C. http://www.alfa.org/News/3008/New%2DInvestments%2DIn%2D%2DExecutive%2DEducation%2DTo%2DHighlight%2D%2DALFA%2D2013 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 06:00:00 GMT Marketing experts will offer insights into why exhibiting at the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo is a good investment for companies offering products, services and solutions to the senior living business today or wishing to test the waters for the first time. The first webinar in the threepart series is open to all interested companies. http://www.alfa.org/News/2960/The%2DWhy%2DFactor%2DWebinar%3A%2DExhibiting%2Dat%2Dthe%2DALFA%2D2013%2DConference%2D%26%2DExpo Wed, 23 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT Nominations for the ALFA Awards must be submitted by January 25, 2013. Each year the ALFA Awards recognize caring employees, outstanding leaders, and groundbreaking programs that are creating the future senior living. All winning nominations will be honored at the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo. http://www.alfa.org/News/2959/Last%2DChance%2Dto%2DNominate%2DYour%2DBest%2Dfor%2Dthe%2D2013%2DALFA%2DAwards Wed, 23 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT Save the date to join your fellow executives in senior living on May 79, 2013 at the ALFA 2013 Conference & Expo in Charlotte, North Carolina. Registration will open at the end of the month. http://www.alfa.org/News/2961/Create%2Dthe%2DFuture%2Dof%2DSenior%2DLiving%2Dwith%2DYour%2DPeers Wed, 23 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT The ALFA Best of the Best Awards recognize innovative new programs and services that are creating the future of senior living. In 2013, awards and recognition will focus on programs and initiatives advancing excellence by addressing significant topics and trends influencing the future of senior living. http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=a047db6ea598488ead1441a9b&id=f8a3464993 Sat, 12 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT The green wave of making buildings more energy efficient and environmentally friendly is now breaking upon the shores of the senior living industry. Early adopters are demonstrating that costeffective energy savings of 30 percent are possible with no loss of comfort. How can you institutionalize energy management in your community? http://www.alfa.org/News/2936/The%2DGreen%2DWave%3A%2DCatch%2DIt%2DNow%2DTo%2DSave%2DMoney%2DAnd%2DEnhance%2DReputation%2C%2DA%2DGreener%2DFuture%2DFor%2DThe%2DSenior%2DLiving%2DIndustry Tue, 8 Jan 2013 06:00:00 GMT Is there an executive director or administrator at your company that is a role model for senior living community leaders everywhere? Nominations may now be submitted for the 2013 ALFA Senior Living Community Leadership Award, which honors one executive director who demonstrates exemplary leadership and serves as an ideal representative for the good work performed by executive directors across the country. http://www.alfa.org/News/2878/ALFA%2DNow%2DAccepting%2DNominations%2DFor%2DExecutive%2DDirector%2DAward Wed, 28 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT Nominate new products, services or programs making significant contributions to advance excellence in senior living, including assisted living, independent living and Alzheimers care. http://www.alfa.org/News/2867/New%2DCategories%2Dfor%2DALFA%2D2013%2DBest%2Dof%2Dthe%2DBest%2DAwards Mon, 19 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT Participate in the American Health Lawyers Associations conference this February to explore legal issues affecting assisted living, skilled nursing, and home health providers across the country. http://www.alfa.org/News/2850/Long%2DTerm%2DCare%2DAnd%2DThe%2DLaw%2DConference Wed, 14 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT ALFA opened nominations for the 2013 Senior Living Community Leadership Award, an annual award program designed to highlight executive leadership in senior living communities. http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20121109005127/en/Nominate-Executives-ALFA-2013-Senior-Living-Community Fri, 9 Nov 2012 06:00:00 GMT