2026 Leadership Forum
The annual Leadership Forum brings together our Editorial Advisory Board (EAB) and Industry Knowledge Council (IKC) members, key owners and operators, as well as select sponsors for presentations, networking and our annual board and council meeting activities. The result is meaningful connections and a deep understanding of key issues and innovative solutions for our correctional communities.
MAY 4
Arrival
6:00PM: IKC & EAB Members Only Welcome Dinner, Hosted by Correctional News
- (Closed to Board & Council Members only. Please RSVP to [email protected])
MAY 5
11:15AM-1:30PM: Optional Tour at New Freedom Reentry Campus in Peoria, AZ
- 11:15am shuttle pickup at Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana – 5720 E Rancho Manana Blvd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331. If you are driving yourself, please note that the tour will begin at 11:45AM. New Freedom is located at: 2532 W. Peoria Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85029
2:00PM-4:15PM: Visit to Axon HQ with ADCRR (Closed Session for EAB Members)
- 2:00pm shuttle pickup at Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana – 5720 E Rancho Manana Blvd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331. If you are driving yourself, please note that the tour will begin at 2:30PM. Axon is located at: 17800 North 85th Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
5:00PM-9:00PM – The Roadrunner Saloon
47801 N Black Canyon Hwy, New River, AZ 85087
- 4:30pm shuttle pickup at Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana – 5720 E Rancho Manana Blvd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Welcome Reception
Arizona Update Presented by Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR)
Annual Industry Knowledge Council & Editorial Advisory Board Meeting & Workshop (Closed Session for IKC and EAB Members)
Dinner, Live Music, and Private Rodeo Entertainment
- 9:30 p.m. shuttle pick-up return to: Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana, 5720 E Rancho Manana Blvd, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
MAY 6
8620 E Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
7:30AM: Tournament Registration Opens
- Bloody Mary & Mimosa Bar
8:30AM: Shotgun Start Golf Tournament
1:30PM: Closing Reception & Awards
Flight details:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Estimated driving time to venue: 45min
Scottsdale Airport
Estimated driving time to venue: 30min
We recommend booking accommodations at one of these locations near the event.
Basic Sponsor: $3,000
Gold Sponsor: $5, 500
Platinum Sponsor: $7,500
Non-Advertiser Exclusive Sponsor: $8,500
One (1) forum attendee pass
Company branding on event website
Company branding on all printed and digital event materials
Event reception food, beverage, and bar service
Leadership Forum Annual Golf Tournament greens fees
Two (2) forum attendee passes
Attendee List Access: Opt-in attendee list with titles and organizations
Company branding on event website
Company branding on all printed and digital event materials
Event reception food, beverage, and bar service
Leadership Forum Annual Golf Tournament greens fees
Two (2) forum attendee passes
Attendee List Access: Opt-in attendee list with titles and organizations
Premier company branding on event website
Premier company branding on golf course signage
Full-page company advertisement in the event program
Golf pairing preference
Dedicated post-event sponsor spotlight email to attendees
Event reception food, beverage, and bar service
Leadership Forum Annual Golf Tournament greens fees
Two (2) forum attendee passes
Attendee List Access: Opt-in attendee list with titles and organizations
Company branding on event website
Company branding on all printed and digital event materials
Brand recognition as a "Supporting Partner"
Event reception food, beverage, and bar service
Leadership Forum Annual Golf Tournament greens fees



