2026 SAIS Annual Conference: Full Schedule

3:15pm EDT

SAIS 101 for New Members & First-Time Attendees

Sunday October 4, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT

Kick off your experience with a brief overview of SAIS, a chance to meet other attendees, and practical tips to make the most of your conference. Content is geared toward those new to SAIS, but all are welcome.

Speakers

Jill McKenzie

Member Services Manager, SAIS

Jill joined the SAIS staff in July 2023. She has more than 20 years of association management experience. Most recently she served as the manager of membership and sponsorship for the Construction Owners Association of America. Jill graduated from the University of Mary Washington... Read More →

Sunday October 4, 2026 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT

Networking

6:00pm EDT

Reception

Sunday October 4, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT

Sponsors

FLIK Independent School Dining

Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our passionate team of associates is fully committed to delivering exceptional foodservice experiences every single time... Read More →

Sunday October 4, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT

Networking

8:00am EDT

Breakfast

Monday October 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Sponsors

Winkler Group

The Winkler Group is a national philanthropic consulting firm that serves independent schools nationwide through capital campaigns, strategic planning, and hands-on fundraising counsel.

CONTACT: Jessica Browning, Principal & EVP, [email protected]

SPONSORING: Monday Breakfast... Read More →

Monday October 5, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Networking

10:00am EDT

Break

Monday October 5, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am EDT

Sponsors

J&J Contractors

J&J Contractors, Inc. is a commercial, general contractor located in Chattanooga, TN. Licensed in Tennessee, Georgia and Alabama, and servicing an area up to 1 1/2 hour drive from Chattanooga, J&J has five areas of expertise we've focused on since our incorporation in 1978. Those... Read More →

Monday October 5, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am EDT

Networking

11:45am EDT

Community & Conversation Lunch

Monday October 5, 2026 11:45am - 1:00pm EDT

Sponsors

Lands' End School Outfitters

Lands’ End School Outfitters expertly crafts branded apparel solutions that unite your organization and ignite your brand. Our team of experts combines extensive experience in outfitting with a sharp eye for design, ensuring that every detail is thoughtfully considered. We focus... Read More →

Monday October 5, 2026 11:45am - 1:00pm EDT

Networking

2:00pm EDT

Break

Monday October 5, 2026 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Sponsors

The Education Group

Since 1988, The EducationGroup has served nonprofits and independent schools across the nation, providing the highest level of personalized search, placement, executive coaching and consulting services.

CONTACT: Katherine Moncure Stuart, President, [email protected]

SPON... Read More →

Monday October 5, 2026 2:00pm - 2:30pm EDT

Networking

3:30pm EDT

Break

Monday October 5, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT

Networking

5:00pm EDT

Reception

Monday October 5, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Sponsors

Fisher Phillips

For over 25 years, the attorneys on the Fisher Phillips K-12 Education Team have been servicing schools of all types. Representing religious, secular, independent, private, public and charter schools, our broad and deep team of lawyers assists with student, workplace, and governance-related... Read More →

Monday October 5, 2026 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT

Networking

8:30pm EDT

Karaoke

Monday October 5, 2026 8:30pm - 10:00pm EDT

Networking

8:00am EDT

Breakfast

Tuesday October 6, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Sponsors

Captivated Health / Borislow Insurance

Borislow Insurance provides affordable, high-quality benefits solutions that will deliver real value to your organization.

CONTACT: William Bennett, Director of Marketing, [email protected]

SPONSORING: Tuesday Breakfast... Read More →

Tuesday October 6, 2026 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Networking

10:00am EDT

Break

Tuesday October 6, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am EDT

Networking

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