October 14-15, 2025 at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
Join changemakers from across the country for two days of powerful learning, connection, and community transformation. This year’s conference will bring together leaders from government, healthcare, education, business, and nonprofit sectors—alongside national partners working to strengthen local systems and improve quality of life.
New this year: We're kicking things off with a hands-on Community Data Lab—an immersive Tuesday workshop where participants will roll up their sleeves and explore how to use data more meaningfully to drive local priorities.
Whether you're launching new initiatives or scaling what works, this is the place to learn from peers, grow your impact, and drive lasting change in your community.
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Secure your spot at the 2025 Conference and join leaders nationwide.
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Note: Registration is shared with the Baldrige Fall Conference platform. Be sure to select “Communities of Excellence Conference” during checkout.
Conference Agenda
Explore what’s happening each day, including sessions, speakers, and the Community Data Lab.
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Sponsor or Exhibit
Join us in Denver and connect with 250+ leaders from communities across the country who are driving cross-sector change. Showcase your work, build relationships, and align your brand with a national movement for community transformation.
We offer multiple sponsorship levels and exhibitor options to fit your organization’s goals and budget.
Hotel
A discounted group rate of $249/night is available to conference attendees. Make your hotel reservations early to ensure availability! Individual Reservations can be made by following this link.
Conference Partnerships
This year’s event is co-located with two nationally recognized gatherings, creating a powerful opportunity to learn, connect, and collaborate across sectors:
The 2025 Baldrige Conference
Hosted by the Alliance for Performance Excellence, this conference highlights award-winning organizations and practical strategies for driving performance excellence. It’s designed for leaders in business, healthcare, education, and government who are applying the Baldrige Framework to improve outcomes and organizational systems. Learn more at baldrigeconference.org
The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy / Claremont Lincoln University Annual Convening
Join local government leaders from across the country that are testing emerging practices to build vibrant, resilient communities. This convening focuses on topics such as municipal fiscal health, permanent affordable housing, climate readiness, and integrated land and water planning. More details available at the Lincoln Convening page.
While each event maintains its distinct focus, both are deeply aligned with our mission at Communities of Excellence and offer a rich opportunity for shared learning and connection.
Questions?
Contact us at info@communitiesofexcellence2026.org or call 619-719-1045.
We hope to see you in Denver!
