Optimal Aging Conference

This interdisciplinary conference invites presentations on academic research, practice applications, product innovations, personal testimonies, and more that align with the theme.  The conference provides opportunities for 60-minute presentations across six tracks.

The submission period for the 2025 Optimal Aging Conference is now closed

Five great reasons to submit a proposal

1. PARTICIPATE in an innovative, interdisciplinary conference advancing new perspectives on aging.
2. ENGAGE with individuals from different disciplines and professions united by the belief that aging is an opportunity.
3. CONNECT with colleagues in a collaborative environment with a variety of socialization and networking sessions.
4. DISCOVER ways we can innovate, impact, investigate, and integrate the aging experience.
5. EXPLORE Louisville! We are an official age-friendly city and hub of long-term aging care.
    

Location

The Optimal Aging Conference is held at the Founders Union on UofL's Shelby Campus.

450 N. Whittington Pkwy.
Louisville, KY 40222

Location and parking

Overnight accommodation

A discounted rate is available for attendees to stay in the Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville-East.

9401 Hurstbourne Trace
Louisville, KY 40222
502-429-9070
Distance: Three-minute walk from Shelby Campus.

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Become a champion of optimal aging when you support the Optimal Aging Conference. Each sponsorship level includes complimentary exhibit space, listing in the conference materials, signage, and complimentary conference registrations, with benefits growing in direct correlation to the level of sponsorship. 

For more information about the specific benefits, please reach out to Natalie Gober at natalie.vickous@louisville.edu.

Sponsorship Levels

Bronze: $2,500

• Complimentary exhibit space
• Listing in conference program
• Logo on sponsor thank you signage
• Two complimentary conference registration
• Logo on website
• Social media recognition
• Specific event sponsorship options:
  • Continental breakfast sponsor (2): recognized on signage and/or PPT displayed during breakfast, may provide promo material at attendees’ seats.

Silver: $5,000

• Complimentary exhibit space
• Listing in conference program in bold font
• Logo on sponsor thank you signage
• Three complimentary conference registration
• Logo on website
• Social media recognition
• Specific event sponsorship options:
  • Track sponsor (5): logo displayed before start of chosen track
    Available tracks: Healthy Lifestyles, Cognitive and Emotional Well-being, Comprehensive Care for Older Adults, Caregiver, Innovations in Aging Care

Gold: $7,500

• Complimentary premier exhibit space
• Listing in conference program in large, bold font
• Logo displayed prominently on sponsor thank you signage
• Four complimentary conference registration
• Logo displayed prominently on website 
• Recognition in press release 
• Social media recognition
• Specific event sponsorship options:
  • Entertainment sponsor (2): recognized on signage, thanked from podium, may provide promo materials to attendees
  • Luncheon sponsor (2): opportunity to display PPT before luncheon begins, recognized on signage during luncheon, may provide promo material at attendees’ seats.

Platinum: $10,000

• Complimentary premier exhibit space
• Listing in conference program in largest bold print
• Logo displayed prominently on sponsor thank you signage
• Five complimentary conference registration
• Logo displayed prominently on website 
• Recognition in press release 
• Social media recognition
• Specific event sponsorship options:
  • General session sponsor (5): opportunity to display PPT before session, thanked from podium, introduce keynote speaker, may provide promo material at attendees’ seats.

Exhibit

Conference exhibitors have the opportunity to connect and engage with attendees in our exhibit hall. 

 *Please note that exhibitor rates do not include conference registration, but exhibitors can expect a discounted conference registration rate.