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The Annual National SAM Conference

The Annual National SAM Conference is an event like no other.  We gather the best minds in the world to create a selection of professional development that cannot be beat.

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The 19th Annual National SAM Conference

Marriott Harbor Beach, Fort Lauderdale, FL

January 14-18, 2026

Keynote Speakers

  • Will Parker, Principals Matter: Living your Best Life as an Educator

  • Will Bowen, You Can’t Complain Your Way to Success

  • Tracie Swilley, The PrinciPAL Effect: Setting the Vibe, Energy, and Excellence Every Day

  • John Antonetti, Personal Response: Am I safe to share my thinking?

  • William Martinez, Signing the Song: The Power of Belonging

365d

24h

60m

60s

Work Hard

The Annual National SAM Conference features presenters who are national and international authors, speakers, and leaders in the movement to improve teaching and learning and support school leaders.  They will push your thinking and help you be an even more effective leader. 

Past Speakers Include

  • Ken Williams

  • Paul Bernabei

  • Willow Sweeney 

  • Mike Rutherford

  • Kim Marshall

  • John Antonetti

  • LaVonna Roth 

  • Todd Whitaker

  • Jimmy Casas

  • Baruti Kafele

  • Jon Gordon

  • David Horsager 

  • Jenn David-Lang

  • Valorie Burton

  • Joseph Grenny

  • Paul Bambrick-Santoyo

  • Dan Thurmon

  • David Gelles

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Play Hard

NSIP believes that you deserve to be celebrated.  The Annual National SAM Conference features unforgettable experiences with educators all across the nation. 

National SAM Innovation Project

9100 Shelbyville Road, Suite 280

Louisville, KY 40222

502-509-9774

The National SAM Project is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization.

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