Advocating on behalf of providers supporting individuals with developmental disabilities striving to achieve a life of increasing independence, productivity and integration.
Recognizing the critical importance of developing tomorrow’s leaders, OPRA proudly offers the ADVANCE Provider Leadership Training, a year-long intensive leadership development program beginning in January and concluding in October led by OPRA Vice President Scott Marks.
This program is intended for employees identified as having the potential to grow into exceptional administrative leaders—both today and in the years ahead.
The 2026 Great Provider Summit will be held at the Hilton Cleveland Downtown.
Cleveland is the home of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the city where rock & roll found its name. In that spirit, our 2026 theme will be Get Ready for Greatness – Building the Hall of Fame Providers of Tomorrow.
OPRA invites you to submit session proposals that are practical, forward-thinking, and equipped with concrete tools and strategies to help providers reach Hall of Fame–level impact and performance.
The deadline to submit is Monday, February 16, 2026
Click here and navigate to the "Sessions" tab to submit your proposal!
There are many benefits to an OPRA Membership. Access to real-time updates on changing politics and policy. Discounts from a well-vetted list of vendor partners. Networking and training opportunities on a state and local level. Technical assistance from a staff that has over 50 years of combined experience in the field. A place to have your questions ANSWERED!
Learn more about what an OPRA Membership can do for you and your agency by clicking here or by calling (614) 224-6772!