September 12-14, 2024

Marriott Marquis Chicago McCormick Place

2121 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Get Ready for Ascend:

The Ultimate Rehab Therapy Business Summit

September 12-14, 2024

Marriott Marquis Chicago McCormick Place

2121 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Get Ready for Ascend:

The Ultimate Rehab Therapy Business Summit

Why Attend?

At Ascend, exceptional education, world-class speakers, cutting-edge products, and powerful networking converge to deliver a one-of-a-kind industry event. Our goal? To pack a year’s worth of actionable insights into an unforgettable, two-day event aimed to help you better run your business, improve your bottom line, and excel as a therapy professional.

Whatever your role—and whatever your company structure—if you’re a rehab therapy professional who wants to elevate your practice and profession, Ascend is for you.

9.5/10

Average attendee rating

50

States represented

450+

Private practice owners, rehab therapy executives, therapists, and support staff

25

Keynote speakers, thought leaders, and rehab therapy influencers

Previous Featured Speakers

The industry's best and brightest gather to speak at Ascend.

Rick Gawenda

PT, PhD, OCS

Founder and President

Gawenda Semiars & Consulting, Inc.

Heidi Jannenga

PT, DPT, ATC

Co-Founder and Chief Clinical Officer

WebPT

Brian Gallagher

PT

President and Founder

MEG Business Management

Kendell Jno-Finn

PT, DPT

Founder and President

M3 Performance and Physical Therapy

Ashley Glover

CEO

WebPT

One of the things that I would say that I think Ascend does better than anyone else is providing time for people to truly network and get into conversations.

Eric Fernandez

Director of Rehab, Hyperice

Welcome to Chicago!

Ascend 2024 is heading to the windy city. As the third largest city in the US, known for its awe-striking architecture, die-hard sports fans, and award-winning foodie scene, Chicago has a little something for everyone. Ascend attendees will be in the heart of the South Side at the Marriot Marquis Chicago—located just minutes from Lake Michigan and landmarks like Grant Park and Soldier Field.

Attending WebPT Pre-Con?

Arrive Wednesday, September 11

Thursday, September 12

WebPT Workshops

Friday, September 13

Ascend Day 1 Kickoff Sessions and Ascend Party

Saturday, September 14

Ascend Day 2 Programming Ends at 4:00 PM

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