Leadership Gathering
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 also complete the event schedule, giving you an opportunity to interact with Paint enthusiasts from around the world. All APHA members are invited and encouraged to attend. This event takes place annually in late February and early March in Fort Worth, Texas.
We’ll see in the Stockyards February 27-March 2, 2025!
Let’s Get Down to Business
The Meetings
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.
The Fun
We’re eager to get you out of the meeting room and exploring North Texas! In past years, we’ve taken behind-the-scenes tours at the American Hat Company and National Ropers Supply, ventured on lively bar crawls in the Stockyards, and indulged in sip-n-shops at the PH Barn Door store, featuring exclusive Leadership Gathering discounts.
Youth Adventure
The Business
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.
The Fun
Make the most of your Fort Worth experience! Previous years have included Stockyards Scavenger Hunts, exclusive behind-the-scenes tours at the Fort Worth Zoo, and thrilling Ghost Tours.
Where to Stay
| Hotel | Room Rate | Cut Off Day |
| Courtyard Fort Worth Historic Stockyards 2537 N Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76164 Book Online |
$259 | Feb 13 |
| Hotel Drover 200 Mule Alley, Fort Worth, TX 76164 Book Online |
$499 | Jan 27 |
| Hyatt Place Fort Worth Historic Stockyards 132 E Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164 Book Online |
$401 | Feb 1 |
| SpringHill Suites Fort Worth Historic Stockyards 2315 N Main St Fort Worth, TX 76164 Book Online |
$309 | Jan 3 |
| TownePlace Suites Fort Worth Downtown 805 East Belknap Street Fort Worth, Texas, USA, 76102 Book Online |
$124 |
Resources
- Future Dates
- February 27 – March 1, 2026
- Schedules (Leadership Gathering & Youth Adventure)
- Board of Director and NLDC Nominees