Cultivating Alignment Within: An Immersive Mind Body Experience
There are moments when stepping away from routine creates space for something important to shift. A new perspective. A deeper sense of connection. A clearer understanding of what it means to truly feel well.
On Thursday, April 9, 2026, The Health Partnership invites community members, professionals, and wellness advocates to gather for the 14th Annual Yampa Valley Wellness Conference, a full day dedicated to alignment, reflection, and meaningful growth.
This year’s theme, Cultivating Alignment Within: An Immersive Mind Body Experience, centers on reconnecting with ourselves and each other in ways that support lasting well being.
Hosted at the inspiring setting of The Hayden Center, this annual conference continues a tradition that has brought the Yampa Valley community together since 2011.
A Day Designed for Real Life Wellness
Wellness is not a checklist. It is something we build through awareness, connection, and intentional action.
This conference creates space for participants to slow down, learn from experienced speakers, and engage in conversations that support both personal and professional growth. Through immersive sessions and shared experiences, attendees will explore how alignment between mind and body strengthens resilience, clarity, and overall well being.
Whether you work in healthcare, education, nonprofit leadership, business, or are simply someone who cares about living well, this conference offers something meaningful for you.
Keynote Speaker: Jeff Wozer
Unplug to Recharge
Digital balance has become one of the most urgent wellness conversations of our time. Drawing from his own story of digital distraction, Jeff Wozer empowers audiences to master technology rather than be mastered by it.
In this engaging keynote, attendees will explore how to curb screen checking compulsions, reclaim focus, and experience what Jeff calls life’s magic time. That space where we are fully present, deeply engaged, and operating at our most productive and meaningful best.
This session offers practical strategies for individuals and professionals seeking healthier relationships with technology in both work and home life.
Keynote Speaker: Kim Hess
Mountaineer. Motivator. Storyteller.
From the summit of Mt. Everest to the most hostile environments on Earth, Kim Hess brings extraordinary perspective to the power of resilience and grit.
Fewer than 60 people in the world have completed the Explorers Grand Slam, climbing the highest peak on each continent and traversing to both the North and South Poles. Only 12 are women. Kim is currently pursuing the goal of becoming the youngest American woman to complete this feat.
Through powerful storytelling, Kim connects extreme adventure to everyday leadership and life challenges. Her keynote explores perseverance, mindset, courage, and the importance of perspective in navigating personal and professional obstacles.
Her message is clear. Growth happens when we choose to move forward, even when conditions are difficult.
Interactive Workshop: The Imagine Project
This year’s conference also features a creative writing workshop led by The Imagine Project.
The Imagine Project’s mission is simple and powerful: giving kids a voice for positive change in their lives and those of future generations.
Through a research based 7 step writing process, The Imagine Project provides tools for self expression, personal growth, and emotional well being. Their work has reached over 750,000 children across the United States and in 48 countries.
Conference attendees will experience this reflective, empowering writing process firsthand. The workshop offers a meaningful opportunity to explore self expression, compassion, resilience, and hope.
The Imagine Project envisions a world where every child and individual feels seen, heard, and empowered. This workshop embodies the spirit of this year’s conference theme by creating space for personal alignment and emotional clarity.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: The Hayden Center
495 W Jefferson Ave, Hayden, CO
Ticket Cost: $75 per person
Includes:
• Full day conference experience
• Interactive sessions and expert speakers
• Light breakfast and lunch
• Opportunities for connection and reflection
This event is proudly sponsored by Rocky Mountain Health Plans, whose continued support helps expand access to wellness education across our region.
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Why This Conference Matters
In rural and mountain communities, access to wellness resources, professional development, and supportive spaces can be limited. The Yampa Valley Wellness Conference exists to close that gap.
Each year, the conference creates opportunities for people to:
• Strengthen their mental and emotional well being
• Learn practical tools they can apply in daily life
• Connect with others who care about community health
• Gain new insight into holistic, whole person wellness
• Feel grounded in a shared sense of purpose and belonging
This is not just a conference. It is a community experience rooted in growth, compassion, and possibility.
Rooted in Community Since 2011
For more than a decade, the Yampa Valley Wellness Conference has welcomed hundreds of participants from across Northwest Colorado and beyond. What makes this event unique is its focus on both professional insight and human connection.
Attendees consistently leave feeling more aligned, more informed, and more connected to themselves and their community.
The conversations that begin here continue long after the day ends, strengthening the networks that support wellness across the Yampa Valley.
Become a Sponsor: Invest in Community Wellness
We are inviting community partners, businesses, and individuals to support this impactful event through a sponsorship opportunity.
The Yampa Valley Wellness Conference is more than a one-day gathering — it’s a catalyst for connection, resilience, and long-term community well-being. Sponsorship allows your organization to stand visibly behind that mission while also gaining meaningful exposure among engaged community members and leaders.
Sponsorship Opportunities
TITLE SPONSOR – $10,000 (Exclusive)
• Exclusive sponsor
• Exclusive mention on paid advertising
• Introduction of the keynote speaker at the conference
• Logo on all printed marketing materials
• Name and logo in sponsor PowerPoint
• Name listed in conference program
• Social media recognition
• Verbal recognition at conference
• Include branded swag in attendee bags
• 4 general admission tickets
EVENT SPONSOR – $7,500
• Name and logo included in sponsor PowerPoint
• Logo on all printed marketing materials
• Name listed in conference program
• Social media recognition
• Verbal recognition at conference
• Include branded swag in attendee bags
• 3 general admission tickets
KEYNOTE SPONSOR – $5,000
• Name and logo included in sponsor PowerPoint
• Name listed in conference program
• Social media recognition
• Verbal recognition at conference
• Include branded swag in attendee bags
• 2 general admission tickets
WELLNESS SPONSOR – $2,500
• Name and logo included in sponsor PowerPoint
• Name listed in conference program
• Social media recognition
• 1 general admission ticket
New This Year: Pay What You Can Sponsorship
We recognize that traditional sponsorship tiers may not fit every organization’s budget. This year, we’re introducing a Pay What You Can Sponsorship option for local businesses, individuals, and community supporters who want to be involved and contribute at a level that feels right.
• Donate any amount — no minimum or maximum
• Be listed in official sponsor recognition materials
• Receive social media acknowledgment alongside other sponsors
This option allows more of our community to participate, support, and promote their business while investing in collective wellness.
Checks payable to: The Health Partnership
To explore sponsorship opportunities, please contact Jimmy Schneider at jschneider@ncchealthpartnership.org.
Who Should Attend
This conference is open to anyone interested in wellness, including:
• Healthcare and behavioral health professionals
• Nonprofit leaders and staff
• Educators and school personnel
• Business leaders and community advocates
• Individuals interested in personal growth and well being
You do not need a specific title or role to belong here. If you care about wellness, connection, and growth, you are welcome.
Invest in Yourself and Your Community
Alignment does not happen by accident. It happens when we create space to listen, learn, and reconnect.
The 14th Annual Yampa Valley Wellness Conference offers an opportunity to step into that space alongside others who share a commitment to living and leading with intention.
Join us on April 9, 2026, for a day that supports not only your own well being, but the strength and health of our entire community.