2025 Annual Conference
Crowne Plaza Ravinia
4355 Ashford Dunwoody RdAtlanta, GA 30346
Join peer independent school leaders at the 2025 SAIS Annual Conference in Atlanta. Over three days, you’ll gain new insights on timely topics.
Through keynotes from Brittany Hodak, Natalie Nixon, and David Yeager, plus relevant breakout sessions, you’ll discover new strategies for success and learn about emerging trends, all while expanding your network and connecting with other independent school leaders.
There will be opportunities for one-on-one insights from top-notch experts as well as expanding your network and connections with colleagues from peer schools. The SAIS Annual Conference is geared toward heads of school, associate/assistant heads, division heads, and senior school leadership
New this year, choose from one of five pre-cons on Sunday, October 19, from 2:00-4:00 PM. Please view the descriptions and select your favorite as an add-on info when registering.
Keynote Speakers
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Brittany Hodak |
Natalie Nixon |
David Yeager |
HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
Crowne Plaza Ravinia, 4355 Ashford-Dunwoody Rd, Atlanta GA 30348
- Group rate: $172
- Cut-off date: Sept 26 or when the block is full
- Reservation link here
- Self-parking: $12/day
NOTE: SAIS does not utilize the services of a housing vendor for any events. Neither SAIS nor the hotel will call you to make reservations over the phone. Occasionally unauthorized third parties may attempt to coordinate your reservations. Please use only the above hotel links to secure your reservation directly with the hotel.
If you receive an error message or if the block is full, please contact learn@sais.org
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Event Policies & Acknowledgments
- For registration or special accommodations, contact learn@sais.org.
- For speakers and sessions, contact elizabeth@sais.org.
- For exhibits and sponsors, contact anna@sais.org.