Stay tuned—more details on the 2026 Annual Conference will be announced soon!
Sponsorship Opportunities are Now Available!!!
There are a wide variety of sponsorship packages with varying price points. Interested in something specific or want a custom designed package? Contact hbgoffice@pccyfs.org for more information or to book a sponsorship!
Don’t Miss Comedian Robert Mac!
Robert Mac was the grand-prize winner of Comedy Central’s national stand-up competition and has appeared on Last Comic Standing, The Learning Channel, Comedy Central, and many shows that have since gone off the air. He’s performed at the prestigious Just For Laughs comedy festival in Montreal, the San Francisco Comedy Competition, and the Boston Comedy Festival, to name a few.
His first Dry Bar Comedy special (Know More Robert Mac) was so successful that they asked him to perform a second (Back to Lake Titicaca).
His act is smart, delightful, and original. If you prefer brainy, dead-pan comedy over brain-dead, pandering comedy, check him out.
Don’t Miss our 2026 Opening Speakers!!!
Wednesday April 8th
Annie Meehan
Annie Meehan is a professional keynote speaker, author, and transformational coach who inspires, educates, and activates her audiences with a clear and compelling message: Be the Exception. With a warm and dynamic presence, she helps people break free from counterproductive habits, rise above the status quo, and live more meaningful, impactful lives—both personally and professionally.
A widely embraced international speaker, Annie has delivered powerful keynotes to corporations, associations, and nonprofits across the globe. Known for her signature blend of authenticity, humor, and actionable insights, she empowers teams to embrace change, eliminate long-held excuses, and leverage the power of words to unlock personal and organizational excellence.
Before stepping into the spotlight, Annie spent nine years in the financial services industry, earning five promotions in a male-dominated workplace. She later became a successful entrepreneur, owning and operating two fitness franchises for over a decade and leading a thriving direct sales team. Her passion for health, wellness, and personal growth became a foundation for the empowering message she now shares with thousands each year.
Annie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Ministry and brings a deep sense of purpose, faith, and encouragement to every stage she steps on. She is a member and past president of the National Speakers Association (NSA) Minnesota chapter, a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP)—the highest designation in the speaking profession—and a proud inductee into the NSA Minnesota Hall of Fame.
Annie is the author of 11 personal development books, including the award-winning Be the Exception and The Pineapple Principle, a refreshing take on customer service and hospitality. Her most recent passion project is helping organizations build H3 Cultures—Hopeful, Healthy, and Happy workplaces that retain engaged, motivated employees.
Now based in the Orlando, Florida area with her husband Greg, Annie enjoys adventuring with her family, volunteering in her community, and walking her beloved dog Leo. Whether she’s on stage or one-on-one, Annie’s mission remains the same: to help others live fully, love boldly, and lead exceptionally.
Thursday April 9th
Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary
Valerie A. Arkoosh
Valerie A. Arkoosh, MD, MPH, was appointed to lead the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services by Governor Josh Shapiro on January 17, 2023.
Prior to this role, Secretary Arkoosh served on the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners for eight years, serving as Commission Chair from November 2016 through January 2023. As a physician and public health professional, Secretary Arkoosh was at the center of Montgomery County’s efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, leading a data- and science-driven approach to the unprecedented challenge. Arkoosh’s leadership was praised during the county’s response, especially her transparency and public communication throughout the pandemic.
Arkoosh is a graduate of the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and received a Master of Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She performed her residency at Jefferson Medical College in Anesthesiology with a special focus in Obstetrics. Prior to stepping into public service, Secretary Arkoosh was Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology and Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Perelman School of Medicine of the University of Pennsylvania.
Upon obtaining her Master of Public Health in 2007, Arkoosh became deeply engaged in the national effort to achieve comprehensive health care reform. She led the National Physicians Alliance, a national non-profit organization of physicians, who, putting their patients before profits, joined a broad-based nation-wide coalition for reform. During this time, she developed policy and legislative strategy, and promoted public engagement in Washington, D.C., Pennsylvania, and throughout the country. Dr. Arkoosh maintains comprehensive knowledge of the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and its impact on individuals and the health care system.
