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Attendee Demographics
Who attends the Conference?
Our Addiction Treatment Leadership Conference typically attracts a range of professionals and stakeholders involved in addiction treatment and recovery services:
• CEOs and Senior Executives – Staying ahead of industry trends and shaping organizational strategy.
• Clinical and Operations Directors – Advancing best practices and improving program effectiveness.
• Marketing and Business Development Leaders – Exploring partnerships, growth strategies, and emerging models.
• Directors-in-Training and Emerging Leaders – Preparing for future executive roles.
• Researchers and Academics – Sharing insights on evidence-based practices and innovation.
• Recovery Coaches and Peer Support Specialists – Strengthening recovery support and client engagement.
Attendee Demographics
The main reason people attend NAATP National is networking along with our educational offerings. Attendees are eager to meet and build partnerships at our conference which attracts decision-makers and C-level executives across the country. We typically host around 600+ attendees with conference growth on the rise. It is the policy of The National Association not to share or sell our attendee list.
| Attendee Job Category |
Percentage |
| Clinical |
7% |
| Executive |
40% |
| Marketing |
34% |
| Middle-Level Management |
18% |
| Attendee Job Category |
Percentage |
| Treatment Center |
44% |
| Recovery Support |
11% |
| Behavioral Health System Software (EHR/EMR/RCM/CRM) |
10% |
| Financial/Investment/M&A |
4% |
| Lab/Pharmaceutical/Medical Products |
4% |
| Licensing/Compliance/Consulting/Support |
5% |
| Marketing/Communications |
5% |
| Patient Monitoring/Outcomes/Research |
7% |
| Vendor/Supplier |
2% |
| Industry Partner |
3% |
| University/Education & Training |
5% |
Exhibitor Demographics
The majority of our 70+ exhibitors represent treatment centers and recovery support organizations. Treatment centers exhibit alongside peers to expand referral relationships, learn about programs nationwide, and exchange best practices. We also welcome vendors and service providers who support the addiction treatment industry through technology, compliance, operations, and workforce development.
| Exhibitor Organization Category |
Percentage |
| Treatment Center |
35% |
| Recovery Support |
13% |
| Behavioral Health System Software (EHR/EMR/RCM/CRM) |
18% |
| Financial/Investment/M&A |
5% |
| Lab/Pharmaceutical/Medical Products |
7% |
| Licensing/Compliance/Consulting |
5% |
| Marketing/Communications |
4% |
| Patient Monitoring/Outcomes/Research |
9% |
| Vendor/Supplier |
3% |
Sponsorship Demographics
Approximately 50 organizations sponsor NAATP National each year, a critical component of what makes this event possible. Sponsors include treatment providers, healthcare systems, technology firms, and industry partners who share NAATP’s commitment to advancing ethical, evidence-based care.
