P.A.R.T. Conference-Oct. 16, 2026
October 16 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
P.A.R.T. Conference 2026
Join us for the annual P.A.R.T. Conference!
Date: October 16th, 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (doors will open at 8 am with a light breakfast that is first come, first served)
Location: The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake
Keynote Address: Michael Bugary
Triple crown of adversity: sports, addiction, and cancer
Michael Bugary’s Story resonates with all audiences. In what he calls the “triple crown of adversity” — sports, addiction, and cancer impact all our lives either directly or indirectly. He has personally been through the extremes of all three, and he shares his powerful message with passion, authenticity, and a refreshing sense of self-awareness.
Michael’s book “The Disease of Me” will be available for purchase at the conference or can be ordered on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Disease-Me-Professional-Baseball-Addiction/dp/B0GMYXQ6MP/
Visit his website at https://www.michaelbugary.com/
Lingo
Lingo is a therapy dog and part of the Petpals organization at University and Rainbow Babies Hospital in Cleveland. He is also a retired Army E-4 specialist and was stationed at the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, CA. This is where he gets his name, Lingo, after language.
Breakout Sessions:
- Will be announced soon
Additional Information:
- Registration opens at 8:00.
- This event is open to anyone interested in expanding their knowledge around Prevention, Awareness, Recovery, and Treatment initiatives in Ashtabula County.
- There is NO FEE to attend.
- Lunch, CEs, and RCHs provided.
- Resource tables offering networking opportunities.
Have Questions? Contact cfisher@ashtabulamhrs.org for more information.
Sponsorship Opportunity (by Sept. 1st):
The P.A.R.T. Conference is a free event for all attendees, including those seeking CEUs and RCHs; therefore, we are seeking sponsors to help cover the costs of speakers and additional expenses.
Please help us in making this year’s P.A.R.T. Conference a success.
Sponsorship Levels:
Diamond Level: $1,500+
Platinum Level: $1,000+
Gold Level: $500+
Silver Level: $300+
Bronze Level: $150+
Community Partner: $50+
Attach your business logo or other form of information with the name you would like to have listed as a sponsor. All contributions can be made by contacting Christy Fisher at the MHRS Board at (440) 992-3121 or by emailing Cfisher@ashtabulamhrs.org. Sponsorships must be made by September 1st.
Payable to: Ashtabula County MHRS Board with the memo “2026 PART”.
Mail to: 4717 Main Avenue, Suite 3, Ashtabula, OH 44004.