Best Practices for CTE Administrators
Oct. 6-8
Grand Hyatt Denver,
Denver Colorado
Join us, Oct. 6-8 in Denver, Colorado, for this year’s
Best Practices for CTE Administrators Conference.
Celebrating 100 Years of CTE Leadership
Mark your calendar for Oct. 6-8 and join us at the Grand Hyatt Denver in Denver, Colorado, for this year’s Best Practices for CTE Administrators Conference, held during ACTE’s 100th anniversary year celebrating a century of leadership, innovation and impact in CTE! This premier gathering offers specialized professional development tailored to the full range of leaders managing and supporting CTE programs across the country.
Designed for current and aspiring education leaders, this conference supports administrative staff who work in or with CTE programs and want to learn, grow and network with others. The conference centers on professional learning grounded in best practices that strengthen CTE leadership, program quality and student outcomes across K–12, postsecondary and workforce systems, reflecting ACTE’s century-long commitment to advancing CTE nationwide.
Venue & Lodging
Grand Hyatt Denver
1750 Welton St,
Denver, CO 80202
Rate: $269/night
Opening Keynote Speaker
Ryan Lavarnway
Why Not You? Leading the Next Century of CTE
How everyday decisions, habits, and ownership drive student success and workforce impact
As someone who’s been added to and removed from Major League Baseball rosters more than anyone else in history, Ryan’s story isn’t just about success—it highlights the power of perseverance. Overcoming every obstacle, he built an impressive 10-year MLB career as a catcher, became a World Series Champion, and competed as an Olympian.
Ryan’s journey started at Yale University, where he was an NCAA Batting Champion and All-American. Drafted by the Boston Red Sox in 2008, he went on to play for some of baseball’s most iconic teams, setting records and leaving his mark on the sport.
On the international stage, Ryan proudly represented Israel in the World Baseball Classic and the 2021 Olympics. As the first captain of Team Israel’s National Team, he earned MVP honors and led with passion and purpose, cementing his place in baseball history.
Now, Ryan’s taking his winning mindset beyond the diamond. As a sought-after speaker and mentor, he’s helping corporate teams, sales professionals, and aspiring athletes unlock their own potential. Drawing from his personal journey, Ryan shows how embracing challenges, staying adaptable, and fostering an unshakable belief in yourself can create success.
With humor, humility, and real-world experience, Ryan doesn’t just inspire—he empowers audiences to take bold steps toward big goals, no matter where they’re starting from.
