2026 Conference Agenda
Unless noted on the agenda, main conference activities will be in the TBD
Thursday, September 17th
8:30-10:30 TBD
10:00-11:00 Check-in
11:00-12:00 Lunch - TBD
12:00-12:15 Welcome and Introductions
12:15-1:30 CTE & CTSO Updates
1:30-1:45 Sponsor Recognition
1:45-2:00 Snack Break/CBAM Board Nominations
2:00-2:50 Breakout Sessions - TBD
2:50-3:00 Break - visit sponsors
3:00-3:30 Open Board Positions and nominations
3:35-5:00 Business and Marketing Round Tables
5:30-7:30 Dinner and Networking Social - TBD
Friday, September 18th
8:00-8:40 Breakfast
8:40-8:45 Opening remarks
8:45-9:30 Keynote Speaker - Denis Leigh
9:30-9:45 Board Nominations Speak and member voting
9:45-10:00 Break - visit sponsors
10:00-10:50 Breakout sessions - TBD
11:00-11:50 Breakout sessions -TBD
11:55-12:25 CBAM Annual Meeting
12:30-1:30 Lunch - Imperial Ballroom
1:30-2:30 Keynote Speaker - TBD
2:30–3:00 CACTE Updates
3:00-3:15 Break - visit sponsors
3:15-3:25 Announce New CBAM Board Members
3:25-3:30 Closing Remarks
3:30-5:30 Free time to enjoy Breckenridge
5:30-6:00 Reception -TBD
6:00-8:00 Dinner and Auction -TBD
2026 Key Note Speakers
Denise Leigh is a nationally recognized business and marketing educator, teacher-author, and keynote speaker with 28 years of classroom experience transforming learning in rural Pennsylvania . A certified business and art educator, she is known for blending creativity with rigorous, real-world business content to create immersive, student-centered classrooms that build both professional knowledge and essential soft skills. Her dynamic approach energizes educators and equips students to thrive beyond the classroom.
A 2022 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Finalist and Harvard University Leaders of Learning Certified educator, Denise now serves as President of the Pennsylvania Business Education Association and collaborates nationally with top educators . Through powerful keynotes and practical strategies, she inspires teachers to streamline planning, elevate engagement, and reclaim time for what matters most: meaningful connection and lasting impact.
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