2026 Enabling Technology and Innovation Summit: Symphony of Solutions
Description
The 2026 Enabling Technology and Innovation Summit will be held on Wednesday, October 28, and Thursday, October 29, 2026. This year's theme is Symphony of Solutions, which encompasses the shared impact DDA and its partners, providers, and stakeholders create through technology enhancements and person-centered programs. This summit will highlight innovative work being accomplished across Tennessee, with a focus on how we can all work together to empower communities and build a better tomorrow.
When registering, please note that there is a maximum amount of 10 tickets offered per agency. It is important to be respectful of this limit so we can ensure individuals from multiple backgrounds and organizations can attend.
More information about the event can be found on our Tech Summit webpage here: https://www.tn.gov/disability-and-aging/disability-aging-programs/enabling-technology/enabling-technology-summit.html
FAQs
- Where is the event located?
Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville SE Murfreesboro
1200 Conference Center Boulevard,
Murfreesboro, TN 37129 USA - Where can I make lodging arrangements?
If you are traveling for the Summit and need to stay overnight, DDA has a number of rooms blocked off for Tech Summit attendees at the conference hotel, Embassy Suites in Murfreesboro, TN.
Hotel reservations can be made at the link below, and all bookings must be made by October 6 in order to purchase rooms at the special conference rate.
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/enablingtechnologyandinnovationsummit2026/
Wednesday, October 28 Agenda
- 1:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Welcome
- 1:15 pm - 2:00 pm
The State of Innovation in Tennessee
Speakers: Jeremy Norden-Paul, Department of Disability and Aging Division of Program Innovation Director; and Milton Neuenschwander, Department of Disability and Aging Enabling Technology Director
- 2:05 pm - 2:50 pm
Home Keeps the Melody Going: How First Tennessee & South Central AAAD Pilots are Redefining Aging in Place
Speakers: Angie Gwaltney, First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability Director; and Jamie Canady, South Central Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability Director
- 3:05 pm - 3:55 pm
Innovation Centers: Transforming Seating and Positioning Clinics into a Collaborative Ecosystem of Supports
Speaker: Jay Camperlino, Department of Disability and Aging Innovation Centers Statewide Director
- 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Sustainable Independence: MAPs Graduates and Peer Mentoring
- 4:35 pm - 5:10 pm
Embodied Labs: Immersive Training Solutions for Aging Care
- 5:10 pm - 7:00 pm
Optional Reception
Thursday, October 29 Agenda
- 8:30 am - 8:45 am
Welcome & Remarks from Commissioner Turner
- 8:45 am - 9:30 am
Keynote: GaeLynn Lea
Speaker: GaeLynn Lea, Singer-songwriter and Broadway composer
- 9:30 am - 9:45 am
Technology Trailblazer Awards
- 10:05 am - 10:20 am
Door Prizes
- 10:25 am - 11:10 am
Panel Discussion: Disability-Forward Housing Solutions for Tennesseans
Speakers: Alishia Heaston, Living Without Limits Home Modifications and Accessibility Owner and Occupational Therapist; Brittany Hart, Fair Housing Council of Metropolitan Memphis Education & Outreach Coordinator; Jillian Souza, Wooly Architecture Founder and Architect; and Staci Coleman, Black Diamond Development CEO
- 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Driving Without Limits: Adaptive Simulators for People with Disabilities
Speaker: Kendra Stewart, MillarRich Chief Development Office
- 12:00 pm
Event Concludes
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