MASA’s Midwinter Conference is an annual members-only event that includes carefully curated learning opportunities specifically for Michigan’s district leaders. Participants will engage with educational thought leaders, explore opportunities to improve the education landscape, and walk away with innovative strategies to advance both their district and their own professional development.
When: January 21-23, 2026
Where: Kalamazoo
Register to Attend
Venue & Hotel Information
Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center
100 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
The MASA Room Block is sold out. A limited number of rooms are still available at the hotel and can be reserved by calling (866) 994-9644.
Overflow Hotel Information
The Hilton Garden Inn and Home2 Suites serve as our overflow hotels, and both are conveniently located at the same address in downtown Kalamazoo.
Hilton Garden Inn & Home2 Suites
303 N Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Hilton Garden Inn
Traditional inn-style accommodations
Rate: $149 per night (includes one breakfast voucher)
Cut-off Date: December 20
Home2 Suites
Spacious, suite-style accommodations
Rate: $129 per night (includes continental breakfast)
Cut-off Date: December 20
Conference Website and App
Get instant access to the full conference schedule with detailed descriptions for every session, speaker slides and handouts, and more!
Scan this QR code or visit:
https://2026masamidwinterconference.sched.com/
Keynote Speakers
On Wednesday – Dr. Joe Sanfelippo
Retired Superintendent| Keynote Speaker| Author
Dr. Joe Sanfelippo is a retired superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Wisconsin, where his leadership earned the district recognition as an innovative leader twice by the International Center for Leadership and Education. During his tenure, Joe was honored as one of 117 Future Ready Superintendents and was recognized among the 50 Personalized Learning Leaders by the U.S. Department of Education. In 2019, District Administration magazine named him one of the 100 Most Influential Educators, and Education Dive awarded him National Superintendent of the Year. His visionary approach to education continues to inspire and shape the future of school leadership.
Get a sneak peek at what Dr. Joe is bringing to the conference!
On Thursday – Anne Marie Anderson
Three-Time Emmy Award–Winning Broadcaster | Keynote Speaker | Author
Anne Marie Anderson is a three-time Emmy Award–winning broadcaster, keynote speaker, and author who helps leaders and teams cultivate audacity – the courage to say yes when doubt says no. Over a three-decade career, she’s covered six Olympic Games, the Super Bowl, and more than 1,500 live events for ESPN, ABC, NBC, FOX, and TBS.
Drawing on lessons from elite coaches and executives, Anne Marie combines humor, heart, and storytelling to inspire bold leadership and innovation. Her bestselling book, Cultivating Audacity – Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win, empowers readers to transform hesitation into action and possibility.