EARLY REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 1ST
EARLY REGISTRATION| 09/01/2026 - 11/30/2026
Group (10 tickets) - $2,050
Reserved lunch table - $200*
*Requires 1 group ticket per table
Individual Ticket - $215 /attendee
Registration price increases on December 1st
SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
08:00 am | Registration Opens
09:00 am | General Session, AAGD President's Opening Remarks, & Morning Inspiration with Duncan Wardle
10:10 am | Sponsor Networking & Break
10:25 am | Breakout Sessions - Block 1
11:25 am | Sponsor Networking & Break
11:40 am | Lunch
12:50 pm | Breakout Sessions - Block 2
1:50 pm | Sponsor Networking & Break
02:00 pm | Breakout Sessions - Block 3
03:10 pm | General Session, Sponsor Drawings, & Afternoon Inspiration with Angela Gargano
IGNITE BREAKOUT SESSIONS
2027 Conference Speakers

Former Head of Innovation & Creativity at Disney, Lucasfilm, Marvel & Pixar
As Head of Innovation & Creativity at Disney, Duncan helped teams at Disney Parks, Lucasfilm, Marvel, Pixar, Imagineering and Animation to innovate, creating magical new storylines and amazing experiences for consumers around the globe. He now brings his Disney experience to audiences around the world, delivering a series of keynotes, masterclasses and ideation forums, that help people capture unlikely connections, leading to both disruptive thinking and revolutionary ideas. He is a multiple TEDx speaker and frequent contributor to Fast Company, Harvard Business Review, and Forbes, and he teaches Innovation and Creativity Masterclasses at Yale and Harvard Universities. Duncan holds the American Citizen Award presented at the White House, an Honorary Doctorate from Edinburgh University, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, presented by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth.
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Former Biochemist Turned Miss Fitness America & Peak Performance Coach
Angela Gargano is a 6x American Ninja Warrior, former biochemist, Miss Fitness America, and internationally recognized keynote speaker who helps leaders and high-performers embrace the Be the FIRST mentality—taking bold first steps that turn fear into fuel and possibility into action. After tearing her ACL live on national television, Angela rebuilt not just her body but her identity, proving that setbacks can become the launchpad for breakthrough leadership. She went on to found a six-figure coaching business and global movement that has helped thousands of women conquer their first pull-up—an achievement that became a symbol of courage, resilience, and choosing to start. Today, Angela speaks on stages across the globe, empowering individuals and teams to stop waiting for permission, challenge their limits, and lead with confidence. Blending science, strategy, and storytelling, she equips audiences with her What if it all Goes RIGHT™ Framework and Be the FIRST mindset—a proven system to navigate uncertainty, break through fear, and boldly ask: What if it all goes right?
2027 CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Thank you to our 2027 Conference Sponsors. Without their support, none of this would be possible.



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SPONSOR DIRECTORY
CONFERENCE DETAILS
2027 NAAEI CREDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Submissions are due by December 1, 2026
The AAGD Education Foundation currently offers the Donna Derden Scholarship and the Gerry Henigsman U.S. Military Scholarship.
CLICK HERE to Submit Your Application
CEC DETAILS
Continuing Education Credits (CECs) can be earned for attending the conference. A total of five (5) will be earned for the day.
CONFERENCE LOCATION
January 27, 2027
Embassy Suites by Hilton Dallas Frisco
Hotel & Convention Center
7600 John Q Hammons Dr.
Frisco, TX 75034
QUESTIONS?
Please Contact the AAGD Education Team
Email: education@aagdallas.com
Call: (972) 385-9091 ext 200 or 211
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REGISTRATION POLICY
REGISTRATION POLICY: Group registration is available for a bundle of 10 attendees until January 8, 2027. Add on a table for lunch for only $200. The group registration will be considered as one invoice that will be addressed to ONLY one Property or Management Company. No invoice breakdowns or multiple billing will be allowed. An automated confirmation will be sent to the registration main contact. Please keep the confirmation for your records.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Without exception, group registration cancellations are due by December 15, 2026; individual registration cancellations are due January 13, 2027. Attendee name changes will be accepted during check-in. Please provide the attendee name who you will be replacing. All no-shows will be billed without exception. All cancellations/modifications must be received in writing by the allowed stated date and should not be considered as approved until the attendee receives an approval e-mail from the Education Department. All no-shows will be billed without exception. For member login information, please e-mail education@aagdallas.com or call (972) 385-9091 ext. 200 or 211.




















