Meet the voices of recovery...

Our speakers come from a wide array of backgrounds and experiences, giving you the lived-experience perspectives, data-driven best practices, and recovery housing know-how that you need to excel as a recovery housing provider or advocate! Browse through our featured speakers or check the full Speakers list to learn more about the experts who'll be joining us this September.

Check out the Agenda Page for our upcoming schedule. 

Sessions are subject to change. You'll be notified via email of any major changes once you've registered. Check back here for the latest updates on speakers and view our Agenda for the scheduled sessions & special events.

Profile PictureFull NameCompanyJob TitleSpeaking AtWebsite
Amanda ColdironAmanda ColdironOklahoma Alliance for Recovery ResourcesDirectorBest Practices for Recovery Housing
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Nic CochranMr. Nic CochranYSS - Recovery HomesProgram DirectorA Crash Course on Restorative Justice in Recovery Residences
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Adam CiganikAdam CiganikHope Town IncProgram DirectorThe Power of Lived Experience in Recovery Housing – Peer Supporter Panel
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Candice ChristmanMs Candice ChristmanWolfe Street FoundationRecovery Housing SpecialistThe Importance of Peer Supervision in Recovery Housing
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Gail BuzzelliGail BuzzelliOhio Guidestone Hope Recovery CommunityCPRS VPThe Power of Lived Experience in Recovery Housing – Peer Supporter Panel
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Thomasina BorkmanDr. Thomasina Jo Borkman PhDGeorge Mason UniversityProfessor of Sociology EmeritaMaintaining & Prioritizing Social Model Elements in NARR Levels 3 & 4 Recovery Residences That Have Clinical Features Part 1
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Elizabeth BongornoElizabeth A BongornoThe Woodrow ProjectRecovery House ManagerResident Voices – The Impact of Peer Support in Recovery
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Danielle BonannoMs. Danielle BonannoInclusive Recovery AthensExecutive DirectorWhy It Matters: Supporting TGXI Recovery with Data and Best Practices in Rural Communities
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Jason BlissMr Jason Patrick BlissWAQRRExecutive DirectorBest Practices for Recovery Housing
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Susan BlacksherMs Susan B. Blacksher M.S.WSacramento Recovery House, Inc.Board PresidentMaintaining & Prioritizing Social Model Elements in NARR Levels 3 & 4 Recovery Residences That Have Clinical Features Part 2
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David BestDr David BestRecovery Outcomes InstituteProfessor of Addiction RecoveryExpert Panel Discussion on the Future of America’s Treatment and Recovery Systems
From Data to Action: How Outcomes Data Inform Recovery Residence Policy and Practice
Building Recovery Capital and the Peer Workforce
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Sara BarkleyMs Sara BarkleyFellowship Recovery Community OrganizationChief Executive OfficerWisdom from the Field: Veteran Operators Share Best Practices For Complex Recovery Housing Scenarios
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Johnny BakerMr. Johnny BakerCelebrate RecoveryGlobal Executive DirectorCollaborating For Life Change: How Celebrate Recovery Supports Persons In Recovery
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Joel BagleyJoel BagleyNARRAffiliate Committee Co-ChairEthical Decision-Making With Operators, Staff, Volunteers and Residents: Me and We
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Madison AshworthDr. Madison AshworthFletcher Group, IncHealth EconomistEnhancing Recovery Housing Financial Sustainability and Resiliency: Evidence from National Projects
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Brandy AndersonMs. Brandy AndersonAcceptance Recovery Center, IncFounder & CEOBuilding Recovery Capital through Community Partnerships: Integrating Recovery Residences, Recovery Cafés, and Recovery Community Organizations
Why It Matters: Supporting TGXI Recovery with Data and Best Practices in Rural Communities
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