2023 Annual Convention
Our 94 the Annual MAHPERD convention
“Leading with Compassion” at the DCU Center in Worcester
November 6 & 7, 2023
Your MAHPERD Board is hard at work creating this exceptional professional development event! A fantastic line-up of Keynote Speakers, presenters, book-signing sessions, and over 50 + exhibitors are just a few of the events planned. Whether you are a beginning professional or a savvy veteran, this convention definitely has something for you.
Make sure you save the dates!
Here’s the preliminary Convention Program (this is a preliminary program and subject to change)
2023 9-18 MAHPERD Preliminary Program
General Session Speakers
Joe LeMar
Keynote Speaker
Monday, November 6, 2023
Joe LeMar is a remarkable Paralympian who has captured the hearts of people
around the world with his extraordinary athletic abilities and indomitable spirit.
Overcoming physical challenges from a young age, Joe has risen to become a true
champion in the world of Paralympic sports. Originally from Brockton, MA, he
has worked and coached in the New England area for many years. Currently he is
the Chapter Leader for Achilles International- Boston.
Rachel Steil
Keynote Speaker
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Rachael Steil (“Style), author of Running in Silence, is a nationally recognized eating disorder recovery speaker, cross country and track coach, 2010-11 All-American runner, and the recipient of the Aquinas College Outstanding Young Alumni award. She has presented at coaching clinics, conferences, schools, and colleges with powerful stories of honesty and hope. Steil has appeared on The Dr. Nandi Show, WGVU’s Family Health Matters, and in Vogue Magazine, U.S. News & World Report, Women’s Running, and has written for Runner’s World and Techniques magazine. Reviewed as a forthright, relatable speaker, Steil offers coaches the tools to help athletes to reach their potential in sport and in life.