Keynote Speaker Kevin Hines
A Story of Hope, Resilience, and the Power of Human Connection
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Monday, August 25
Kevin Hines is a storyteller. He is a best selling author, global public speaker, and award winning documentary filmmaker. In the Year 2000, Kevin attempted to take his life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. Many factors contributed to his miraculous survival including a sea lion which kept him afloat until the Coast Guard arrived. Kevin now travels the world sharing his story of hope, healing, and recovery while teaching people of all ages the art of wellness & the ability to survive pain with true resilience.
Kevin’s will to live and stay mentally well has inspired people worldwide. His compelling story has touched diverse, global audiences within colleges and universities, high schools, corporations, clergy, military, clinicians, health and medical communities, law enforcement organizations, and various industries. Thousands have communicated to Hines that his story helped save their lives. He has reached millions with his story.
GENTLE YOGA, BREATH-WORK, AND GUIDED MEDITATION
Monday, August 25th, 6:30 – 7:30 AM | 12:45 – 1:45 PM EST
Tuesday, August 26th 6:30 – 7:30 AM | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST
*All-levels Welcome*
Join Jen Donovan Wellness Specialist, RYT, RCYT, RPYT and Judge Victor Reyes as they lead you through some simple yoga movements and proven breath-work practices to reduce stress buildup, center your mind, and create a sense of calm. These techniques are great tools to use each morning, driving to work, at the office, or before bedtime.
COACHES
Jennifer Donovan, RYT, RCYT, RPYT
Wellness Specialist
Wellness4Judiciary
The Honorable Victor Reyes
District Judge
Mahakaruna Holistic Foundation
Experience the vibrant energy of Manhattan at the newly renovated New York Marriott Marquis, located in the heart of Times Square. This hotel is an iconic fixture of the city and offers easy access to some of the most exciting attractions, including the world-famous Theater District, Rockefeller Center, and Radio City Music Hall. Indulge in its redesigned restaurants, featuring bold New York flavors and innovative menus, including the city's only revolving dining room with 360-degree views of Manhattan. Then unwind in its spacious accommodations, equipped with modern amenities and offering stunning views of Broadway, Times Square, and the iconic Manhattan skyline. This hotel's cutting-edge meeting spaces provide inspired choices, spanning over 100,000 square feet and equipped with state-of-the-art technology for any events. Book your stay now and experience the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience in the heart of Times Square.
Online Lodging Reservations
We are now accepting hotel reservations. ONE HOTEL ROOM, PER REGISTRANT. APPA has blocked the number of lodging rooms to accommodate registered members and guests based on recent history and hotel availability.
*To take advantage of APPA's room block you must be registered for the training institute.
Please Note:
Block A ($237/night plus taxes and fees) is for government employees (including probation and parole officers) ONLY.
Block B ($327/night plus taxes and fees) is for Non-government employees. Periodic reviews of room Block A will be conducted.
*If a non-government attendee has a reservation in Block A, that reservation will be cancelled WITHOUT NOTICE.
If you need assistance with registration, or for hotel reservations greater than TEN rooms, please contact Kimberly Mills, APPA's Office Manager and Registration Coordinator by email. *Please note that upon booking your reservation, your credit card will be charged a deposit equal to the first night's room and tax.
APPA reserves the right to CANCEL hotel reservations made under its block without a current registration. A cross-check between registration and hotel reservations will be conducted weekly.
Sponsor Information
Join us in celebrating the American Probation and Parole Association’s 50th Anniversary at our landmark training institute, expected to attract over 2,000 pretrial, probation, and parole practitioners in the vibrant heart of New York City! This milestone event offers unparalleled sponsorship opportunities to showcase your brand to a diverse audience of community supervision professionals from across the nation. Set against the backdrop of the city that never sleeps, your partnership will shine through innovative aviation’s, high-profile networking events, and unique branding options tailored to highlight your commitment to advancing the field of probation and parole. Be a part of this historic occasion and leave a lasting impact in the Big Apple! For more information, please contact Darlene Webb at dwebb@csg.org or 859-244-8206
Expo Hall Location and Schedule
APPA’s 50th Annual Training Institute will take place August 24 – 27, with our Expo Hall available to attendees for three days. Connect with professionals from across the community corrections field including pretrial, probation, parole, treatment professionals, and more. Make connections and build long time partnerships. We can’t wait to see you in New York!
Location: Westside Ballroom
Below you will find the exclusive dates/times for attendees to visit.
NOTE: For the convenience of both exhibitors and attendees, the Exhibit Hall is open after the hours listed below;
however, full exhibitor attendance is only guaranteed during the designated exhibit hours.
Sunday, Aug 24
Monday, Aug 25
Tuesday, Aug 26
Again, as an exhibitor, both in-person and virtual attendees will see your company listed on the floor plan in the event app and web guide, as well as in the exhibitor list which will link to your own customized information page (header, logo, description, contact link)
*blue = Available *yellow = Reserved *CV = Corporate Village
When you register for your exhibitor booth, you will receive the passkey for your hotel reservation. Corporate members reserving one booth are limited to two training institute registrations and three expo-only registrations, allowing for a total of five hotel rooms. For those reserving two booths, the benefits double: four training institute registrations, six expo-only registrations, and a total of ten hotel rooms. If additional rooms are needed, reservations must be made directly through the Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort and Casino's website.
Getting Around: Exploring New York
NYC Tourism | nyctourism.com | Meet NYC Brochure
New York is the most densely populated major city in the United States and more than twice as populous as Los Angeles, the nation's second-largest city. New York City is located at the southern tip of New York State. It constitutes the geographical and demographic center of both the Northeast megalopolis and the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the U.S. by both population and urban area. New York is a global cultural, financial, entertainment, and media center with a significant influence on commerce, health care and life sciences, research, technology, education, politics, tourism, dining, art, fashion, and sports.
JOHN F. KENNEDY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (JFK)
Jamaica, Queens | jfkairport.com | +1.718.244.4444
JFK is 15 miles from Midtown Manhattan. It handles the most international traffic of any airport in the United States. More than 70 airlines serve the airport’s five terminals.
LAGUARDIA AIRPORT (LGA)
Flushing, Queens | laguardiaairport.com | +1.718.533.3400
LaGuardia is on the northern shore of Queens and is the closest airport to Midtown Manhattan at about eight miles away. With three terminals that serve
NEWARK LIBERTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (EWR)
Newark, New Jersey | newarkairport.com | +1.888.397.4636
Newark Liberty is served by more than 30 international and domestic carriers. The airport is across the Hudson River from New York City—16 miles and 45–60 minutes from Midtown Manhattan.
MTA
NYC Subway and Bus System | new.mta.info/maps
Getting an MTA MetroCard is your first step to navigating the City by subway or bus. You can purchase a MetroCard at any subway station from multilingual machines (which accept cash and credit and debit cards) or booth attendants. You may also use exact change (no dollar bills) to ride any city bus.
TAXIS
More Information | nyc.gov/taxi | +1.212.639.9675
The City’s fleet of taxicabs is regulated by the NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC). Taxicabs operate 24 hours, provide door-to-door service and accept cash or credit cards. The City’s famous yellow fleet is primarily seen throughout Midtown but can be hailed for trips to other boroughs and states. NYC’s apple-green Boro Taxis can pick up passengers in the Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens (excluding the airports) and Staten Island, plus northern Manhattan (north of West 110th Street and East 96th Street); they are not authorized to pick up any trips elsewhere in Manhattan.
Cancellation Policy
- In-Person: A full refund, less a $50 processing fee, is available until Jul 18, 2025. No refunds are available after Jul 18, 2025. In order to receive a refund, written requests must be sent to the APPA Training Institute, c/o The Council of State Governments, 1776 Avenue of the States, Lexington, KY 40511 or emailed to Kimberly Mills. All requests for refunds must be postmarked or emailed by Jul 18, 2025.
- Virtual: Due to the cost of the virtual training institute platform, no refunds will be issued.
- Exhibitors: For booths cancelled in writing by Jun 24, 2025, 50% of the full payment may be refunded. After Jun 24, 2025, no refunds will be made, nor will previously paid monies be applied to any future APPA exhibit shows or other marketing areas. Additionally, these monies cannot be applied to offset another exhibitor’s booth rental fee. If you need to submit a cancellation, please email written cancellation request to: Darlene Webb.
PREMIER SPONSOR
HERITAGE SPONSOR
VISIONARY SPONSORS
Contributing Sponsors
Journal Technologies - Wifi Service, Expo Hall Bingo | NCTI - Expo Hall Bingo | SCRAM - Conference Bags | Smart Start - Lanyards | Tyler Tech - Bingo, I-Mag, Opening Reception
Also, special thanks goes to our Corporate Members!