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At 5,280 feet above sea level, Denver sits a mile closer to the sky, inviting us to think a mile higher, too. That makes it the perfect home for NatCon, the National Council’s annual conference, where the biggest ideas in behavioral health take center stage.
This April 27-29, thousands of health care professionals from across the country will unite at the Colorado Convention Center to exchange ideas, network with experts and shape the future of behavioral health. What makes the event so special?
For starters, NatCon has something for everyone: You can hear from big-name speakers, earn continuing education credits, explore new technologies, discover emerging trends, connect with colleagues and take some time to recharge — all in the same day!
Hear from Top Minds in Health Care and Beyond
Three keynotes will headline this year’s roster of 550+ speakers: Angela Duckworth, PhD, Shankar Vedantam and Trent Gillespie. Let’s get to know them:
- Angela Duckworth is a renowned psychologist, academic and bestselling author. Her TED Talk is one of the most viewed of all time, and her book, “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance,” is a No. 1 New York Times bestseller. Duckworth will take the main stage on Monday, April 27, to share how the secret to outstanding achievement in work and life isn’t talent, but grit.
- Shankar Vedantam is a journalist, author and host of the popular podcast Hidden Brain. His work explores how the unconscious — the “hidden brain” — influences patterns of human behavior, rippling out to create and change our decisions and our world. On Tuesday, April 28, Vendantam will share best practices that are applicable to every level of behavioral health care.
- Trent Gillespie is CEO of Stellis AI and a leader in AI-powered innovation. As generative AI transforms behavioral health, Gillespie will help attendees understand how to harness its potential. On Wednesday, April 29, he’ll take the stage to share insights on growth, innovation and AI’s future in behavioral health care.
Enjoy Three Days of Expert-led Learning
NatCon is known for its curriculum, and this year, we’re raising the learning bar. As an attendee, you can explore 300+ expert-led sessions across 24 dynamic learning tracks, designed to deliver practical insight you can put to work immediately.
Browse our full schedule, or search by presenter, learning track or session title to preview the hundreds of hours of content waiting for you.
The expertise. The experience. The energy. It’s all here. Accelerate your learning, connect with leaders from across the field and earn continuing education credits at the largest conference in mental health and substance use care.
Explore the Best of Denver
Plan to attend NatCon? Add some vacation time before or after the conference to enjoy the city — from outdoorsy adventures to one-of-a-kind experiences.
You can go hiking, stroll the Denver Botanic Gardens or catch a show at the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. There’s also plenty of learning experiences to explore:
- American Museum of Western Art — The Anschutz Collection
- Center for Colorado Women’s History
- Clyfford Still Museum
- Denver Art Museum and The Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art
- Denver Museum of Nature and Science
- History Colorado Center
- Molly Brown House Museum
- Museum of Contemporary Art Denver
Get Ready for NatCon
As we gather in the Mile High City, we’re lifting perspectives, expanding horizons and sparking bold ideas. This is your chance to elevate your thinking at the biggest event in behavioral health, in a city that’s all about altitude and aspiration.
The thin air may take a moment to adjust to, but the big ideas? They come naturally at NatCon. See for yourself — join us in Denver next month!
