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Bedside Care
Challenging Conversations
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Civic Engagement
Clinical Nurse Leader
Compassion Fatigue
Continence Care
Disaster Education
Diversity in Nursing Education
Drugs of Abuse
Employee Engagement
Future of Nursing
Geriatrics
Health Disparities
Health Promotions
Homeland Security
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Magnet Journey
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome
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Social Determinants of Health
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The Speakers Bureau is an internal listing. It is not a public database. Should an inquiry for speakers come in related to your region and topic, ANA-NY staff would reach out to you to determine your interest and availability. Should you be interested in that specific speaking opportunity, we would then connect you with the host group.
Thursday, October 9 to Saturday, October 11, 2025
TWA Hotel, Queens, NY
Ignite Your Nursing Passion at the 2025 Conference: An Empowering Journey
Nurses, prepare to embark on a transformative journey at the 2025 conference! This dynamic event is designed to reignite your professional spirit and empower you to reach new heights in your career and personal life.
At the heart of this conference lies the powerful theme of Empowerment. Through a carefully curated lineup of energetic speakers, you’ll dive deep into the strategies and mindsets that will propel you forward, helping you overcome challenges and unlock your true potential. These thought leaders and innovators are set to share their insights, experiences, and wisdom, all in pursuit of igniting the same fire within you.
The 2025 Conference is more than a gathering: it is a movement. This event is a unique opportunity to network with fellow nursing professionals who share your passion and to draw from the collective strength that defines your profession.
Join us for an experience that promises to echo in your practice and philosophy long after the closing remarks. Get ready to be transformed, one empowering moment at a time. The 2025 Conference awaits you.
Thank you to our generous sponsor!
TWA Hotel
MCR and MORSE Development have reignited the magic of Eero Saarinen’s landmark 1962 TWA Flight Center at JFK Airport, restoring and reimagining it as a first-class hotel. At the center of the hotel is Eero Saarinen’s iconic TWA Flight Center, where restaurants, bars and retail outlets have taken flight. Two hotel wings, designed to reflect and defer to the landmark TWA Flight Center, sit behind the historic building and contain 512 guestrooms with views of JFK’s runways and the TWA Flight Center.
Meet Our Speakers
For a complete list of speakers, review the most recent conference agenda here.
Maria Smilios
No, we cannot accept conference registration at the check-in desk during the conference. Only attendees who registered online before the deadline are eligible to attend. To register for the conference, click here.
Yes, conference attendees are invited to book their hotel stay using the ANA-NY room block. Click here to access the online room block scheduler.
The last date for room reservations is September 20, 2025.
All sales are final, and refunds are not available.
ANA-NY makes major efforts to “go green” during our Annual Conference! A large format agenda will be available in the main conference space for attendees’ reference and the agenda will also be available in the conference smartphone app. Individual printed agendas will not be available; please bring your own if that is your preferred format.
There are two ways that you can register to attend the Awards Gala. First, you can select a conference registration package that includes the Awards Gala. This will be indicated by the title of the package on the registration web page; it will say “Full Conference & Gala.” Second, you can purchase a ticket to the Awards Gala separate from your conference registration.
Simply arrive at the Awards Gala check in on the registered guest list.
Please engage with ANA-NY on social media throughout the conference using #ANANY25! While we highly encourage posting photos of the conference, please do not livestream the educational sessions, as this is unfair to those who have paid for registration.
Yes! Participating is easy — clearly write your name and bid number on the bid sheet associated with the items you're interested in. When the silent auction closes, the bidder with the highest bid is the winner. Please keep in mind that all bids are binding and sales final.
We’re bringing a therapy dog to the conference to help attendees relax, recharge, and experience a moment of calm amidst the busy day. Interacting with therapy animals has been shown to reduce stress and promote emotional well-being—something every nurse deserves.
This year, ANA-NY is proud to partner with Matthew 25 Ministries, an organization dedicated to helping those in need and supporting disaster relief efforts around the world.
As part of our collaboration, we’re inviting all conference attendees to take part in a meaningful initiative: donating clean, label-free pill bottles. These bottles will be used to provide individuals in underserved areas with a sanitary way to carry their medications, an essential step in promoting dignity and health.
How You Can Help:
Together, we can make a global impact – one small bottle at a time.
Discover how nurses have shaped history and championed change in this inspiring guest lecture by Deborah Hughes for the Susan B. Anthony Museum & House—watch the full video to explore this powerful legacy of empowerment.
Read more …13th Annual Conference
The 2026 ANA-NY Annual Conference is your opportunity to elevate the essential skills that shape exceptional nurses: communication, leadership, emotional intelligence, and more.
Centered on the theme ESP: Effective, Social, and Professional, this year’s event offers a dynamic space to grow, connect, and lead with purpose. Through inspiring keynotes and real-world insights, you will gain strategies to thrive in today’s complex healthcare landscape.
Whether you are early in your career or an experienced leader, this is your moment to strengthen your skills and celebrate the power of nursing.
Join us and step into the next level of your professional journey.
Hilton Garden Inn Troy
Conveniently located in New York's Capital Region, the Hilton Garden Inn in Troy, NY will be the home of the ANA-NY 2026 Annual Conference.
Book by phone:
Call 518-272-1700 and mention Group Code: ANANY
Meet Our Speakers
No, we cannot accept conference registration at the check-in desk during the conference. Only attendees who registered online before the deadline are eligible to attend. To register for the conference, click here.
Yes, conference attendees are invited to book their hotel stay using the ANA-NY room block. More information will be available soon.
All sales are final, and refunds are not available.
ANA-NY makes major efforts to “go green” during our Annual Conference! A large format agenda will be available in the main conference space for attendees’ reference and the agenda will also be available in the conference smartphone app. Individual printed agendas will not be available; please bring your own if that is your preferred format.
No, there will not be a ticketed Awards Gala this year. Instead, we will celebrate our award recipients at a plated luncheon. Admission is included with conference registration.
Please engage with ANA-NY on social media throughout the conference by tagging our social media pages! While we highly encourage posting photos of the conference, please refrain from livestreaming the educational sessions, as this would be unfair to those who have paid for registration.
Yes! Participating is easy — clearly write your name and bid number on the bid sheet associated with the items you're interested in. When the silent auction closes, the bidder with the highest bid is the winner. Please keep in mind that all bids are binding and sales final.
Read more …2026 Annual Conference
As the healthcare workforce faces challenges due to the ever-increasing staff shortage, current care delivery models are being reimagined. Come relax and refresh at The Sagamore Resort and hear the good, the bad, and the ugly of artificial intelligence, virtual nursing, and other informatics innovations and their impact on clinical care, nursing education, and scholarship
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
The Sagamore Resort
110 Sagamore Road,
Bolton Landing, NY 12814
Warren County is located in the southern Adirondacks – offering year round activities and attractions and welcoming groups, families and visitors from all over the world!. Charming towns and villages offer a unique blend of the Adirondack Region’s rustic heritage and rich history. Discover adventure, revel in something new or simply relax amid the stunning natural beauty. Enjoy a multitude of family-friendly attractions, restaurants and events.
Beauty and excitement await visitors to the Town of Lake George, well-known as a vacation haven for centuries. Once you’ve been to the top of Prospect Mountain for a breathtaking view of the Lake and mountains, as far away as Vermont and New Hampshire, you’ll understand why it is a popular place. Main Street is always a bustle as people love to spend time visiting the shops, boutiques, cafes and restaurants. In the evening, a walk along the waterfront is a must. Discover for yourself a grand destination — Lake George!
No, we cannot accept conference registration at the check-in desk during the conference. Only attendees who registered online before the deadline are eligible to attend. To register for the conference, click here.
Yes, conference attendees are invited to book their hotel stay using the ANA-NY room block. Visit TheSagamore.com and click Book Now, enter check-in and check-out dates. Click “Special Code,” then select “Group/Block Code” in the drop-down menu. Enter 102124ANANY in the Promo Code field.
If assistance is required, call Reservations at 866.385.6221 and state you are with the American Nurses Association - NY.
The last date for room reservations is September 20, 2024.
All sales are final, and refunds are not available.
ANA-NY makes major efforts to “go green” during our Annual Conference! A large format agenda will be available in the main conference space for attendees’ reference and the agenda will also be available in the conference smartphone app. Individual printed agendas will not be available; please bring your own if that is your preferred format.
There are two ways that you can register to attend the Awards Gala. First, you can select a conference registration package that includes the Awards Gala. This will be indicated by the title of the package on the registration web page; it will say “Full Conference & Gala.” Second, you can purchase a ticket to the Awards Gala separate from your conference registration.
Simply arrive at the Awards Gala check in on the registered guest list.
Please engage with ANA-NY on social media throughout the conference using #InnovativeNursing and #ANANY24! While we highly encourage posting photos of the conference, please do not livestream the educational sessions, as this is unfair to those who have paid registration.
Yes! Participating is easy — clearly write your name and bid number on the bid sheet associated with the items you're interested in. When the silent auction closes, the highest bidder is the winner. Please keep in mind that all bids are binding and sales final.
As premier guests visiting the Lake George Area, the Lake George Regional Convention & Visitors Bureau is happy to offer exclusive promotions and discounts for attendees to some of our best restaurants, retail stores and attractions! These mobile pass offers are sent directly to your mobile phone via text and email. Simply click on the link you receive and present the digital coupon to the business at the time of purchase.
There’s no such thing as a boring visit to the Lake George Area. Festivals, fireworks, free events – there’s always something to attend and celebrate. An amazing event can be the cherry on top of any visit
The Lake George Area in the Adirondacks is filled with flavor! We’re here to help you fill up your plate with options whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The Lake George Area in New York’s Adirondacks is a dazzling sight to behold. Towering mountains and glistening waters combine to forge a magnificent untouched wilderness that is destined to remain “Forever Wild.” The best part about this natural wonderland? It’s yours to explore.
Dinner cruises on majestic Lake George. A dawn-to-dark day at an epic amusement park topped off with the best ice cream around. Festivals honoring Elvis. A walk in rocky wonders. There’s a lot to do.
Read more …12th Annual Conference
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