The SMART Recovery National Conference is dedicated to self-empowered, stigma-free recovery, bringing together facilitators, professionals, peers, and advocates. Attendees will engage in keynotes, educational breakout sessions, and open discussions to enhance skills and explore strategies for supporting recovery. The conference aims to foster growth, idea-sharing, and contributions to the future of recovery. The agenda includes empowering sessions, networking opportunities, and discussions on real-world strategies for recovery support.
Mental Health Conferences
SMART Recovery National Conference
The SMART Recovery National Conference is a gathering focused on self-empowered, stigma-free recovery. It will take place in Charlotte, NC, offering keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Dates: April 3–4, 2025
Location: Hilton Charlotte Airport
City/State: Charlotte, North Carolina
Address: 2800 Coliseum Centre Dr, Charlotte, NC, 28217 US
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
SMART Recovery
This is the group that put together this event.
Email: info@favoredevents.net
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $300.00 | Standard Volunteer Rate | Rate includes all breaks and 2 lunches, awards dinner and session content. This rate does NOT include CEUs for any sessions attended in person. |
| $450.00 | Standard General Public Rate | Rate includes all breaks and 2 lunches, awards dinner and session content. This rate does NOT include CEUs for any sessions attended in person. |
| $525.00 | Standard Professional Rate | Rate includes all breaks and 2 lunches, awards dinner and session content. This rate does include CEUs for any sessions attended in person. |
| $400.00 | Presenter | THE REGISTRATION FEE IS WAIVED FOR ONE PRESENTER PER BREAKOUT SESSION. PRESENTERS MUST ENTER THE PRESENTER COUPON CODE PROVIDED BY SMART. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
The conference will feature two full days of sessions, including keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities. The detailed agenda can be viewed online.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Mark Sanders
Mark Sanders, LCSW, CADC is an international speaker and consultant in behavioral health, author of five books on behavioral health recovery.
Sarah Laurel
Sarah Laurel is an advocate for people who use substances, harm reduction, public health, and social justice, and has been featured on Emmy award-winning episodes.
David Best
Dr. Best is Professor of Addiction Recovery at Leeds Trinity University and has authored or co-edited seven books on addiction recovery.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
CEUs are available for sessions attended in person for those who have paid the registration fee inclusive of CEUs.
Hotel Information
You need somewhere to stay! (Unless you live relatively close.)
The conference will be held at the Hilton Charlotte Airport. Attendees must book their lodging individually. The conference room rates are $159 for single/double, $169 for triple, and $179 for quad accommodations.
Parking Information
Unless you're taking public transit.
Parking information is not explicitly provided, but the hotel offers shuttle service to and from the Charlotte airport.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for the conference. Interested parties can view the full Sponsorship Prospectus online and apply through the provided link.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
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