Get ready for two powerful days of insight, strategy and connection at the DJA Financial Aid Conference. This dynamic event brings together financial aid professionals for timely training on the newest regulations emerging from the one Big Beautiful Big Act, along with other critical industry updates shaping our work. Our compliance team will lead practical, actionable training sessions alongside engaging guest speakers who bring fresh perspective and expertise.
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet their DJA Quality Control account representatives, build meaningful connections with peers and industry leaders, and collaborate on today’s most pressing challenges. Our New Leaf team will deliver hands-on guidance you can immediately put into practice. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your compliance strategy, strengthen your network, or stay ahead of regulatory change, this conference is built to equip and empower you.
Registration
Registration includes two full days of focused training led by industry experts and your DJA team, plus breakfast both mornings, a buffet lunch on Monday and a happy hour that evening.
For DJA Clients: $150 per person
For outside attendees: $350 per person *
*please contact Renee Ford at rford@gotodja.com as spots are limited for non-DJA clients
Hotel and Travel
Harrah’s Kansas City
1 Riverboat Drive, North Kansas City, MO 64116
A room block is available at our discounted rate of $87/night (which includes a $15 resort fee). Click here to book now. The discounted rate expires April 3rd. To book the hotel outside of that period, visit here.
Transportation
The closest airport is the Kansas City International Aiport (MCI), which is 19.1 miles from the event venue.
Things to Do
Kansas City is known for its distinct style of barbeque, a rich jazz and blues legacy, and as the “City of Fountains”. It is a vibrant Midwestern hub for culture, sports and history. For more information on what to do in the area, VisitKC.com is a great resource.