Cleveland University-Kansas City (CUKC) has announced that its Annual Conference and Expo (ACE) will continue under a new name, Cleveland Conferences, beginning in 2026, with the event moving to a new venue less than a mile from campus. The event will be held Oct. 8-10, 2026, at the Marriott Kansas City Overland Park Hotel in Overland Park, Kansas.

The name change reflects the University’s continued commitment to advancing the chiropractic profession and supporting the broader healthcare community. Cleveland Conferences will build on the success of ACE, continuing the tradition of high-quality continuing education, meaningful networking opportunities, and innovative programming for healthcare professionals.

The three-day gathering will once again bring together world-class speakers and leading experts from across the chiropractic profession for a weekend of networking, collaboration, and education. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore topics including pain management, compliance, sports chiropractic, pregnancy, and pediatric and women’s health.

Cleveland Conferences 2026 will feature a full complement of respected healthcare leaders and educators from across the country. Attendees will gain valuable insights into emerging trends, best practices, and innovations shaping the future of chiropractic and healthcare, with the opportunity to earn up to 20 continuing education units.

This year’s keynote speakers include Dr. Krista Burns, a Doctor of Chiropractic, Certified Posture Expert, and founder of the American Posture Institute, Dr. Christine Goertz, musculoskeletal researcher at the Duke University School of Medicine, and Dr. Sherry McAllister, president of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress and a global leader in whole-being, drug-free healthcare.

Additional speakers include:

• Steve Agocs
• Claudia Anrig
• Krista Burns
• Carl Cleveland III
• John Davila
• Terry Elder
• Enrique Flores
• Shannon Good
• Christine Goertz
• TJ Hackler
• Tobi Jeurink
• Julie Johnson
• Sean Kono
• Sherry McAllister
• Stuart McIntosh
• Taylor Premer
• Steven Reece
• Seth Ryan
• Danielle Thomason
• Tom Ventimiglia

Two of this year’s featured speakers will have books available on-site, with dedicated signing opportunities throughout the weekend.

• “Take Your Back Back” by Dr. Christine Goertz
• “Adjusted Reality: Supercharge Your Whole-Being for Optimal Living and Longevity” by Dr. Sherry McAllister

Beyond educational programming, the conference will provide numerous opportunities for professional connection. Attendees will have the chance to network with colleagues from across the profession, collaborate with peers and leaders in the field, and explore an exhibit hall featuring vendors showcasing the latest technology, resources, products, and services for chiropractic professionals.

Cleveland Conferences 2026 offers a range of options for companies and organizations looking to connect with chiropractic professionals at the Marriott Kansas City Overland Park Hotel, Oct. 8-10.

• Standard 10-by-10-foot exhibitor booths start at $999, located in a high-traffic area for maximum visibility
• Tiered sponsorship packages available at the Bronze ($1,500+), Silver ($3,000+), Gold ($5,000+), and Platinum ($7,500+) levels, each building on the last with logo placement, break and session sponsorships, speaking opportunities, and swag bag inclusion
• A la carte options available for conference Wi-Fi, lanyards and name badges, charging stations, branded gobos, and swag inserts
• All sponsorships include logo placement in the printed program and on the conference website’s sponsors list

Exhibitor registration is open now on a first-come, first-served basis, with a deadline of Aug. 1. To learn more or sign up, visit the Cleveland Conferences exhibitor registration page.

Registration for Cleveland Conferences 2026 is now open. Additional information about the conference schedule, featured speakers, continuing education opportunities, registration, and hotel accommodations is available on the Cleveland University-Kansas City website.

About Cleveland University-Kansas City

Founded in 1922, Cleveland University-Kansas City (CUKC) is an independent, nonprofit, regionally accredited institution of higher education. Through its College of Chiropractic and College of Health Sciences, the institution fulfills an ongoing mission to educate and develop leaders in health promotion.

• CUKC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). HLC accreditation verifies that higher education institutions meet high standards and are engaged in continuous improvement. HLC’s institutional accreditation includes all degree levels as well as on-site and online offerings. CUKC’s College of Chiropractic is accredited by the Council on Chiropractic Education.
• The president of CUKC, Dr. Carl S. Cleveland III, is a fourth-generation chiropractor and the grandson of the University’s founders.
• The University offers the following degrees: Doctor of Chiropractic, S. in Human Biology, B.S./D.C., dual degree, B.S. in Exercise Science, M.S. in Exercise Physiology and Sports Performance, Graduate Certificate in Sports Performance, A.A. in Biological Sciences, M.S. in Healthcare Administration, and A.A.S. in Radiologic Technology.
• CUKC students are from 22 states and Canada.
• Approximately 11,700 Cleveland chiropractic alumni serve patients throughout the U.S. and internationally.
• The CUKC Chiropractic Health Center on the Overland Park campus serves the public with nearly 30,000 services/visits annually.

To learn more about CUKC, visit www.cleveland.edu.