Dog Handler Academy
Business Leadership Summit Registration + VIP Pass
$745.00
This package includes:
- Admission for 1 to DHA Business Leadership Summit
- VIP Pass: 2-hour mastermind session on Thurs Sept 17 at 3:30 PM; lunch at a speaker’s table in small group setting
- Lunch, coffee, & water provided Friday & Saturday
- Continental breakfast, happy hour cocktails & appetizers provided for attendees staying at Embassy Suites
Dog Handler Academy Business Leadership Summit
September 17–20, 2026
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 17
5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sponsor Showcase + Meet & Greet Reception
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 18
8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Welcome & Coffee
8:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. Summit Sessions
12:20 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch (provided)
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Sponsor Showcase
2:30 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. Summit Sessions
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sponsor Showcase + Happy Hour
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Sponsor Showcase
9:00 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. Summit Sessions
12:50 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Lunch (provided)
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Sponsor Showcase
3:00 p.m. – 4:10 p.m. Summit Sessions
4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Happy Hour
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Sponsor Showcase
9:00 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. Summit Sessions
12:50 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. Open Networking / Wrap Up
Hosted at Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O’Hare Rosemont, 5500 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL
Location:
Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O’Hare Rosemont is located at 5500 N River Rd, Rosemont, IL, which is only 1.7 miles from Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD) and has a free shuttle to/from ORD! We suggest staying at right the Embassy Suites and book your room through our discounted room block here.
Who Should Attend:
Dog daycare and boarding business owners, managers, and supervisors. (Those who make personnel and financial decisions for your dog daycare and boarding facility.)
Sponsor Showcase:
Don’t miss out on our Sponsor Showcase—a unique opportunity for Summit attendees to engage with our sponsors and network in business suites located along the 2nd-floor atrium during dedicated Sponsor Showcase times each day of the Summit.
Food and Drinks:
Coffee, water, and lunch will be provided Friday and Saturday.*
*Added perks of staying at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago O’Hare Rosemont: complimentary breakfast is included with your stay and happy hour with two free drinks and appetizers—along with camaraderie and networking!
Dog Policy:
Only service dogs are allowed in the Summit conference rooms.
Already registered and need to register another team member from your business? Register them here!
Recording & Media Release Notice: By registering for the Dog Handler Academy Business Leadership Summit, you acknowledge and agree that sessions may be recorded for attendee access and marketing purposes. Your participation in the event, including but not limited to questions, discussions, and interactions, may be captured in audio, video, and/or photographic formats. These recordings may be used by Dog Handler Academy for educational, promotional, and marketing purposes, including but not limited to future training materials, website content, and social media. If you have any concerns regarding recordings, please contact us before the event.
NOTE: Dog Handler Academy provides summit education for use in your facility as you deem appropriate; however, we disclaim and assume no liability or responsibility for any losses or damages arising from the use of the products, techniques or services provided on our website or at our events. See our Terms & Conditions.