- 817-834-2742
- 122 E Exchange, Ste. 420, Fort Worth, TX 76164
February 25–28, 2027 | Fort Worth, Texas
The Leadership Gathering is an annual conference for APHA and AjPHA leaders to connect and impact the association’s future. At this gathering, meetings take place for advisory committees, the Board of Directors and members. Educational and social activities complete the event schedule, providing an opportunity to interact with Paint enthusiasts from around the world. All APHA members are invited and encouraged to attend. The event takes place annually in late February in Fort Worth, Texas.
Connect, convene and communicate at the APHA Leadership Gathering. This hands-on event takes place annually in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards in Fort Worth, Texas. Put yourself in the APHA driver’s seat as you meet other passionate Paint members, engage in productive learning sessions and vote on important issues impacting APHA. All members and Paint enthusiasts are invited and encouraged to attend!
State Directors must attend and answer roll call in the State Directors Meeting Session 1 and Session 2 to be eligible to vote.
Learn more about the 2027 Board of Directors nominees and NLDC nominees here.
We’re eager to get you out of the meeting room and exploring North Texas! In 2027, join us for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the 6666 Granbury Stallion Station and Oswood Stallion Station. Past tours have also included tours at the American Hat Company and National Ropers Supply, bar crawls in the Stockyards, and sip-n-shops at the PH Barn Door store, featuring exclusive Leadership Gathering discounts.
AjPHA members ages 11–18 are invited to attend the Youth Leadership Gathering. This is an opportunity to meet fellow Youth members, develop your leadership skills and learn firsthand from industry professionals.
Make the most of your Fort Worth experience! Previous years have included Scavenger Hunts, exclusive behind-the-scenes tours at the Fort Worth Zoo and Ghost Tours. Check out the event schedule below.
| Hotel | Address | Room Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Country Inn & Suites by Radisson—Call (817) 831-9200 to Book | 2200 Mercado Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76106 | $159/night |
| Courtyard Fort Worth Historic Stockyards | 2537 N Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76164 | $289/night |
| Hotel Drover | 200 Mule Alley, Fort Worth, TX 76164 | $499/night |
| Hyatt Place Fort Worth Historic Stockyards | 132 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164 | $489/night |
| SpringHill Suites Fort Worth Historic Stockyards | 2315 N Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76164 | $269/night |
| TownPlace Suites Fort Worth Downtown | 805 East Belknap Street Fort Worth, Texas, USA, 76102 | $124/night |