Oct 01

2026 CT APSE Conference- From Plan to Paychecks: What It Takes To Make Employment First

Please join us for the only CT conference fully focused on employment for individuals with disabilities! This is the best statewide opportunity for employment professionals to network, share knowledge, and explore best practices to make employment for all persons a reality. Lunch will be provided! APSE members qualify for a discounted rate!

Morning Keynote Address: Chester Elton

New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Coach, and Keynote Speaker | Building Great Workplace Cultures

Chester Elton is one of today’s most influential thought leaders in workplace culture, leadership, and employee engagement. Over the years, Chester has partnered with renowned organizations to develop high-performance cultures that drive innovation and employee satisfaction. As co-author of multiple award-winning and New York Times bestselling books—including All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, The Best Team Wins, and Anxiety at Work—his work has been translated into 30 languages, with almost two million copies sold globally.

Recognized for his provocative and inspiring leadership insights, Chester has appeared on NBC’s Today, CNN, ABC, MSNBC, and CBS’s 60 Minutes. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, and The Wall Street Journal. Dubbed the “Apostle of Appreciation” by Canada’s Globe and Mail, Chester provides real solutions to leaders looking to build exceptional workplace cultures and foster team resilience.