Thursday, December 5
8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m., PT
Seattle Convention Center, Summit Building, Level 5, Ballroom 1

The Opening General Session kicks off the ASHA Convention! This popular event brings everyone together to celebrate the speech, language, and hearing professional community and celebrates our 2024 theme, “ELEVATE!” You'll be welcomed by ASHA President Tena McNamara, who will update everyone about the Association’s activities and accomplishments and share her insights on the theme. Then, Convention Co-Chairs Jerrold Jackson and Kimberly Ward will offer a preview of what’s in store for you in Seattle this year—including special sessions, new events, and other highlights. Finally, we will welcome a special guest as keynote speaker.

The Opening General Session jumpstarts the ASHA Convention and will get you energized and enthused about the next 3 days. Join us on Thursday morning!

Tickets are not required for the Opening General Session, Awards Ceremony, or Closing General Session. Seating is offered on a first-come, first-served basis to full Convention registrants and one-day registrants, as applicable.

Watch the recording of the 2023 Opening General Session.