Schedule

Conference Schedule

Day 1

October 9, 2026

Day 2

October 10, 2026

Day 3

October 11, 2026

Sunday, October 9, 2026

VIP Cocktail Reception

An exclusive evening for board members, sponsors, donors, celebrity guests, panelists, volunteers, and community leaders. This reception will set the tone for the weekend with networking, mission moments, special acknowledgments, and an intimate celebration of the work Perfect Connection is doing in the autism community.
Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis, supporting a loved one, working in the field, or advocating for a more inclusive future, this conference is designed to provide the resources, insights, and encouragement needed to make a meaningful impact.

Sunday, October 10, 2026

Beyond the Spectrum Symposium

A dynamic conference experience focused on autism, advocacy, family support, and navigating life beyond the spectrum. The symposium will feature celebrity panelists, fathers, medical experts, community leaders, educators, and advocates including invited speakers such as Dr. Sleep Chris, Edward Pollard, and others.
The day will include vendor booths, family resources, CEU opportunities, panel discussions, and education for parents, caregivers, educators, professionals, and community partners.

Sunday, October 11, 2026

Sunday’s Best Gospel Brunch

A beautiful and inspirational gospel brunch celebrating faith, inclusion, and community impact. The brunch will feature uplifting music, a keynote message from Pastor D.Z. Cofield of Good Hope Church, who will share his powerful journey of being diagnosed with autism at 60, and special honors for outstanding community partners and autism advocates.
This will be a signature fundraising and awareness event filled with purpose, elegance, inspiration, and celebration.

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