22nd Annual Conference for Direct Service Professionals

Please Join us on Friday, February 27, 2026 for our 22nd Annual DSP Conference.

We, once again, look forward to hosting this most unique and important event! Our great thanks to Event Sponsor, DBHIDS, and our returning champion award sponsors- Resources for Human Development, SPIN, Quality Care Options and U.S. Medical! If you would like to join this dedicated group of supporters, The Alliance is gratefully accepting sponsorships. Please see the attached form for a list of different options.

We are also pleased to announce our keynote speaker.

Michael O’Bryan is the founder and CEO of humanature, a management consulting firm with a mission of putting humanity at the heart of every organization. Additionally, he founded The Wealth + Work Futures Lab at Drexel University’s Lindy Institute of Urban Innovation. The lab focuses on humanity-centered economic development including explorations into the futures of work, asset building, and life-sustaining income. Michael lectures at UPenn’s Weitzman School of Design and serves on philanthropic boards in Philadelphia.

Much more to come…stay tuned!

22nd Annual DSP Request for Workshop Proposals

Proposals welcome from those who provide training and support to adults and children in mental health, intellectual disabilities, addiction/recovery, and autism. Use this form to submit a proposal by December 31, 2025

Sponsorship Opportunities
For more information on sponsorship levels and benefits for the 22nd Annual Conference for Direct Service Professionals, please download this form

Recognition Awards
Each year four worthy Direct Service Professionals receive special recognition at the Luncheon Awards Ceremony. Use this form to nominate your candidate to receive an award in one of the following categories.