Michigan Assisted Living Association Welcome and Update
Presenters: Robert Stein, General Counsel, Michigan Assisted Living Association; Jamie Bragg-Lovejoy, Chief Executive Officer, Michigan Assisted Living Association; and John Williams, President, Michigan Assisted Living Association Board of Directors
Legislative Update
Presenter: Melissa McKinley, President, Kelly Cawthorne
The Support Effect: How Empowered Leaders Transform Care, Teams, and Communities In a time when the demand for compassionate, competent care is greater than ever, leadership in assisted living and behavioral health requires more than management—it requires meaning. In this inspiring and practical keynote, Dr. Tonya C. Bailey explores how today’s leaders can strengthen their teams, sustain themselves, and elevate the standard of care by cultivating environments of authentic support and shared empowerment. Drawing from real-world experiences and proven leadership principles, Dr. Bailey delivers an engaging roadmap for transforming everyday challenges into opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and renewal. Whether you lead a facility, oversee staff, or provide direct care, this session will help you reimagine what’s possible when leaders and teams feel seen, supported, and equipped to make a lasting impact.