2026 MSTA Leadership Conference

MSTA Leadership Conference 

Monday & Tuesday, July 13-14, 2026 

Wyndham Executive Center 

(formerly the Holiday Inn Executive Center) 

2200 Interstate 70 SW Dr, 

Columbia, MO 

 

"Where MSTA Leaders Meet" 

(Only open to MSTA Leaders) 

 Conference Outcomes: 

• Learn more about MSTA services, benefits, and resources 

• Collaborate and share promising ideas, practices, and tools to support leaders' roles in CTA 

• Develop and define leadership skills to build relationships and enhance attendees' CTA 

This is a "learn and do" conference designed for MSTA/CTA leaders. 

 Notes: 

1. Please verify your name and contact information (CTA, home address, phone number, and email address). 

2. Select breakout sessions to attend.  

3. The following meals are provided during the event: Monday, July 13th, Lunch menu is Ozark BBQ:  

• Smoked brisket 

• Pulled Chicken 

• Macaroni and Cheese 

• Broccoli Salad 

• House Salad (lettuce and toppings to the side) 

• Assorted Artisan Rolls 

• Assorted Cookies  

Monday, July 13th, Dinner Menu at Midway Golf & Games is Canteen Taco/Nacho Buffet  

• Asado Marinated Chicken 

• Pulled Pork 

• Seasoned Corn Tortilla Chips 

• Flour Tortillas 

• Green Chili Pinto Beans 

• Cilantro Lime Rice 

• Warm Green Chili Beer Queso Sauce 

• Lettuce, Shredded Cheese, Salsa Fresca, Guacamole, Sour Cream, Pickled Red Onion 

Tuesday, July 14th, Breakfast Grab & Go menu:   

• Bacon, Egg, Cheese Burritos 

• Sausage & Egg Biscuit 

• Assorted Danishes and Scones 

• Fresh Fruit 

• Yogurt with Granola (on the side) 

• Regular/Decaf Coffee 

• Assorted Juices 

• Water Station 

 4. If you do NOT receive a confirmation email, please call Member Care at 800-392-0532 to determine if your registration was submitted. 

Event Schedule  

Day 1: Monday, July 13, 2026 

8:30 - 9:45 -- Registration, MSTA Promo Store, 

Region Tables & Back-to-School Tables 

8:45 - 9:45 -- Leader Launchpad (for first-time leaders) 

10:00 - 11:00 -- General Session Keynote 

11:15 - 12:15 -- Red Group -- Member Service Coordinator Meetings 

                                 Blue Group -- Lunch 

12:25 - 1:25 --   Red Group -- Lunch 

                                Blue Group -- Member Service Coordinator Meetings 

1:30 - 2:15 -- Breakout Session #1  

2:30 - 3:00 -- Capitol Classroom - Legislative Update (Expo) 

3:15 - 4:00 -- Breakout Session #2 – Panels & Focus Sessions 

This year’s Leadership Conference features a mix of panel discussions and interactive focus sessions designed to provide practical tools and meaningful conversation. Panel sessions offer a guided, conversational format where experienced educators and leaders share insights and respond to questions on timely topics. Focus sessions provide deeper, learning opportunities where participants can collaborate, explore strategies, and leave with actionable ideas to strengthen their leadership and support their local CTAs. 

4:00 - 5:00 -- MSTA Promo Store  

4:00 -- Hotel Check-In 

 Offsite Events: 

5:30 pm -7:30 pm  Dinner & Games at Midway Golf & Games  

Dinner will be provided for MSTA members who sign up for this event.  Registration is required.  An air-conditioned banquet hall with a private, covered patio have been reserved  and a cash bar will be available. Many yard games are available at no charge, including Giant Connect Four, Giant Battle Ship, Shuffle Board, Ping Pong, Cornhole, and Giant Checkers. Other activities can be purchased, such as mini golf games, 16-hole par-3 golf games, ax throwing, batting cages, archery tag and go-carts to name a few. You could also choose to reserve a TopTracer Golf driving range bay. 

 Day 2: Tuesday, July 14, 2026 

7:15 - 8:00 a.m. -- Breakfast 

7:15 - 9:45 a.m. -- MSTA Promo Store 

8:00 - 8:45 a.m. -- Breakout Session #3 

9:00 - 9:45 a.m. -- Breakout Session #4 

10:00 - 12:00 p.m. -- Closing General Session Keynote – Devin Siebold 

 Make your hotel reservations by calling 573-416-0447 or visiting the website. You must indicate you are attending the MSTA Leadership Conference -- IPO to receive the group rate.  If the reservation page or hotel staff says the room block is full, please call MSTA.  

Each CTA will be reimbursed for Monday night lodging (one room only) at the Wyndham Executive Center group rate after the event. MSTA only provides CTA reimbursement if staying at the Wyndham Executive Center via direct deposit to the CTA. If you choose to stay at another location, MSTA will NOT reimburse your lodging. 

Deadline for Room Block -- July 1, 2026 

Please note -- You must reserve your room by booking directly with the Wyndham Executive Center and not a third-party booking site.