Join Greystone and peers from across aging services and academia to build meaningful collaborations and accelerate the development of future leaders in senior living.

These regional forums are designed to convene universities, providers, and strategic partners within defined geographic areas to foster alignment, strengthen relationships, and advance shared priorities. Discussions will focus on building sustainable academic pathways, enhancing industry-university partnerships, and supporting the growth of effective leadership programs that prepare the next generation of senior living professionals.

Together, we are creating a coordinated, forward-looking approach to leadership development—one that elevates the field and strengthens the future of senior living.

Event Details

Dates: February 25 - 26, 2026

Location: Greystone Corporate Office | 220 E. Las Colinas Blvd., Ste. 1000, Irving, TX 75039

Agenda

February 25 - Evening Before

The welcome presentation and reception will be held at Greystone Communities

5:00 PM – Keynote Welcome Presentation

5:30 PM – Reception

7:00 PM – Adjourn

February 26 - Regional Forum

8:00 AM — Breakfast & Networking

• Icebreaker

• Welcome Remarks

8:30 AM — Vision Centre in Action: 2026 Update — Doug Olson

9:00 AM — Panel 1: The Future of Leadership in Aging Services

What emerging leaders need to succeed in the next decade.

10:00 AM —Break

10:15 AM — Spotlight Presentation & University Showcase

10:45 AM — Breakout Groups: Solving Real Challenges

11:45 AM — Group Reports & Action Insights

12:15 PM — Networking Lunch & Rising Voices Spotlight

1:00 PM — Panel 2: Bridging the Gap: Connecting Education and Industry in Aging Services

Explores how academic institutions and industry leaders can collaborate to better prepare the next generation of aging services professionals.

2:00 PM — Breakout Groups: Relationship Building

2:45 PM — Action Plan Reports

3:15 PM — Closing Reflections & Next Steps

3:30 PM — Adjourn

This is an invite only event. For more information, please contact Amanda Carrell at acarrell@greystonecommunities.com or visit 2026 Vision Centre Regional Forums –Vision Centre.