Call for Speakers:
2027 WCHSA Annual Conference

Historically, WCHSA held two conferences each year. Beginning in 2026, WCHSA now holds a single annual conference in the spring. The 2027 conference is: 

April 29 - 20, 2027
Kalahari Resort
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

WCHSA invites human service leaders, industry experts, and solution partners to submit session proposals for our 2027 conference. This event brings together social, human and community service leaders who are looking for practical solutions, peer insights, and real-world examples they can apply in their counties.

proposals are due by november 13, 2026.

The first round of proposals will be reviewed in early October. Therefore, we encourage you to have proposals submitted no later than October 30, 2026.

Priority for Practice-Led Content

WCHSA gives priority to sessions submitted by professionals actively working in county human services. Our goal is to ensure attendees hear directly from peers who are solving current operational and financial challenges, improving performance and achieving measurable results.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking sessions that deliver practical, real-world value for county leaders. Strong proposals should:

• Address current challenges in human service operations or financial performance
• Offer proven strategies, case studies, implementation lessons or measurable outcomes
• Provide clear takeaways attendees can apply immediately
• Focus on education, not promotion
• Encourage interaction, discussion, and peer learning
• Use specific examples rather than broad concepts or sales-oriented claims

Topic Areas

WCHSA's priority areas for this call’s proposals include:

• Revenue Strategy & Financial Performance
• Operational Efficiency & Practice Scalability
• Data, Technology & Innovation
• Workforce Planning & Team Leadership
• Independent Practice Strategy & Resilience
• Leadership, Strategy & Organizational Alignment
• Risk, Compliance & Governance
• Consumer-Centered Care Models
• Emerging Models of Care Delivery

Why Present at WCHSA?

Selected speakers receive:

• Complimentary registration to your conference
• Recognition as a trusted expert in your field
• Direct engagement with practice leaders seeking solutions

Tips for a Strong Proposal

Before submitting, make sure your proposal:

• Starts with clear attendee need or problem
• Uses concise, attendee-focused language
• Includes specific examples, outcomes or lessons learned
• Includes three learning objectives using action-oriented verbs
• Stays focused and easy to understand