2026 Annual Conference
October 1–3, 2026
Hosted by Penney Retirement Community
3495 Hoffman Street
Penney Farms, FL 32079
JOIN US IN FLORIDA
Join us October 1–3 in Penney Farms, Florida for the 2026 Annual Conference.
Penney Retirement Community is hosting the 2026 Mobility Worldwide Annual Conference and Legacy Banquet as a part of their centennial celebration. They join us as we honor the legacy of Mobility Worldwide’s co-founder Larry Hills.
PET Penney Farms is also celebrating 25 years and is located on the campus of the retirement community in the town of Penney Farms, Florida.
Your conference ticket includes admission to the Annual Legacy Banquet on Friday evening.
Early bird tickets available now until July 10.
Reserve Your Hotel
We have secured two blocks of hotel rooms. Rooms are limited and are on a first come, first served basis.
Please book your stay by clicking the ‘BOOK’ button below.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Middleburg
~10 miles from Penney Farms
Limited rooms available
Rate: $135/night
Last day to book: September 1, 2026
(while rooms last)
Hampton Inn and Suites Middleburg
~11 miles from Penney Farms
Limited rooms available
Rate: $139/night
Last day to book: September 10, 2026
(while rooms last)
3495 Hoffman Street
Penney Farms, FL 32079
Planning Your Trip
The closest airport is Jacksonville International Airport (JAX).
- Approximately 1 hour drive to Penney Farms
- About 45 minutes to the recommended hotels
Getting to Penney Farms:
Take Interstate 10 → FL-23 (First Coast Expressway)
- FL-23 is a toll road, but is the fastest, most direct route.
- From the hotels listed above, plan for a 20–25 minute drive to Penney Farms.
- A map to get around Penney Farms will be provided.
Hotel Accommodations
We have arranged room blocks at two nearby hotels in Middleburg, FL.
- Both hotels are new (about 1 year old)
- Complimentary breakfast included
- Located in Clay Town Center near restaurants, Walmart, and St. Vincent’s hospital
Please book using the provided links above. Early booking is strongly encouraged.
Annual Conference Schedule
We’re looking forward to seeing you in Penney Farms, Florida!
All events, aside from the Legacy Banquet, will take place at:
Barrows Hall
4385 Wilbanks Ave.,
Penney Farms, FL 32079
12:00–4:00 PM | Open Visiting Hours at MW PET Penney Farms
12:00–4:00 PM | Registration
1:00–5:00 PM | Display of MW Affiliate Innovations
Dinner on your own
Morning Session
8:00–9:00 AM | Registration and Coffee
9:00–9:45 AM | Welcome
9:45–10:15 AM | Keynote Speaker: Leslie Engle, CEO, Pencils of Promise
10:15–10:30 AM | Coffee Break
10:30–11:15 AM | Guest speakers: David Vader and Matthew Wilkins from the Collaboratory at Messiah University
11:15 AM–Noon | Innovation Activity
Noon–1:20 PM | Lunch at the Golden Rule Dining
Afternoon Session
1:20–1:30 PM | Welcome Back
1:30–3:00 PM | Presentations & Panel: panel: Connie Cheren, Rose Farhat, Lamin Mansaray
3:00–3:30 PM | Coffee Break
3:30– 4 PM | Guest Speaker: Sara Gaver
4:00–4:30 PM | Closing Remarks
6:30–9:30 PM | Annual Legacy Banquet at Golden Rule Dining (4599 Lewis Ave.)
8:30–9:00 AM | Registration and Coffee
9:00–10:00 AM | MW Five Year Strategic Plan & Updated Affiliate Agreement
10:00–10:15 AM | JAS Fund presentation
10:15–10:30 AM | MW – Austin and the Resin Body Mobility Cart
10:30–11:30 AM | Closing comments & Questions
11:30–Noon | Raffle Winners
Noon–1:20 PM | Lunch and office hours with core MW team
CELEBRATE LEGACY
Celebrate the legacy of Larry and Laura Hills and the volunteers whose dedication continues to make mobility possible around the world.
As part of the 2026 Annual Conference, the Legacy Banquet is an opportunity to celebrate our shared history, recognize faithful service, and look ahead to the future of Mobility Worldwide.
One Legacy Banquet ticket is included with each conference registration. Additional banquet tickets are available for family members and guests.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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