Evidence in Action
Catalight’s premier virtual conference to drive meaningful change in support of individuals with autism and other intellectual developmental disabilities.
2 days
20+ speakers
25+ CEUs
Overview
Elevate Your Impact is dedicated to turning knowledge into change — equipping you with research-backed tools and strategies you can put into practice right away.
In 2026, Elevate Your Impact welcomed more than 875 attendees from 10 countries and awarded over 3,600 CEUs to clinicians and professionals across the field. Our on-demand programming builds on the momentum from the live event — offering additional CEU opportunities and the flexibility to revisit your favorite sessions.
Meet Our Speakers
Keynote Speaker
Shahla Alai-Rosales
Ph.D., BCBA-D, CPBA-AP
Keynote Speaker
David Trembath
Ph.D.
Plenary Speaker
Liz Angoff
Ph.D.
Speaker
Amanda Griffith-Atkins
LMFT, PMH-C
Speaker
Karen Bearss
Ph.D.
Speaker
Melissa Booth-Simonsen
BCBA, MSc
Speaker
Viridiana Breinig
M.Ed., BCBA
Speaker
Sandra Burkhardt
Ph.D., ABPP
Speaker
Sean Inderbitzen
DSW, LCSW
Speaker
Aviya Litman
Ph.D. Candidate
Speaker
Brenna Maddox
Ph.D.
Speaker
Ryan Martin
Ph.D., BCBA
Speaker
Anna Merrill
Ph.D.
Speaker
Sam Mitchell
Speaker
Lisa Morgan
LCSW-CC, M.Ed.
Speaker
Anthony Osuna
Ph.D.
Speaker
Tracy Raulston
BCBA-D
Speaker
Kimberli Santa Maria
Ph.D., BCBA, LBA
Speaker
Lindsey Sneed
Ph.D., BCBA-D
Speaker
LeeAnne Green Snyder
Ph.D.
Keynote Speaker
Shahla Alai-Rosales
Ph.D., BCBA-D, CPBA-AP
Keynote Speaker
David Trembath
Ph.D.
Plenary Speaker
Liz Angoff
Ph.D.
Speaker
Karen Bearss
Ph.D., BCBA-D
Speaker
Melissa Booth-Simonsen
BCBA, MSc
Speaker
Viridiana Breinig
M.Ed., BCBA
Speaker
Sandra Burkhardt
Ph.D., ABPP
Speaker
Sean Inderbitzen
DSW
Speaker
Aviya Litman
Ph.D. Candidate
Speaker
Brenna Maddox
Ph.D.
Speaker
Ryan Martin
Ph.D., BCBA
Speaker
Anna Merrill
Ph.D.
Speaker
Sam Mitchell
Speaker
Lisa Morgan
LCSW-CC, M.Ed.
Speaker
Anthony Osuna
Ph.D.
Speaker
Tracy Raulston
BCBA-D
Speaker
Kimberli Santa Maria
Ph.D., BCBA, LBA
Speaker
Lindsey Sneed
Ph.D., BCBA-D
Speaker
LeeAnne Green Snyder
Ph.D.
Speaker
Sean Yocum
MA, BCBA, LBA
Event Timeline
Call for
Papers Opens
Early Bird
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Keynote Speakers
Announced
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(Call for Papers)
Program
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On-Demand Opens
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Elevate Your Impact is Catalight’s annual virtual conference, dedicated to advancing person-centered care for individuals with autism and intellectual developmental disabilities (I/DDs). Offering continuing education to those who qualify, the conference features a dynamic mix of live sessions and on-demand content, providing a flexible learning experience. Elevate Your Impact is an opportunity to connect with thought leaders, gain insights and optimize care outcomes in behavioral health.
About
Catalight is a non-profit organization dedicated to revolutionizing care for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families by breaking down barriers and biases for a more equitable world. We provide comprehensive support, educational resources and advocacy with the goal of reshaping the landscape of developmental disability care, fostering inclusion, independence and dignity for everyone.