59th Annual Domestic Relations Association of PA Training Conference: Full Schedule

Do you ever feel like you're expected to be everything to everyone—all the time? Between constant emails, competing priorities, and the emotional demands of serving others, it's easy to spend your days reacting instead of leading with intention.

This keynote is more than a presentation—it's an interactive experience designed to help you reclaim your focus, your energy, and your peace of mind.

In a world where everything feels urgent, learning to distinguish what is truly important is one of the most valuable leadership skills you can develop. During this engaging 60-minute session, you'll discover practical strategies to identify your personal and professional priorities, establish healthier boundaries, and reduce the "soft chaos" that quietly drains your time, energy, and effectiveness.

You'll leave with a renewed sense of clarity, practical tools you can immediately apply, and a personalized action plan to help you lead, serve, and live with greater purpose and less overwhelm.

Speakers

Kisha Gaines

Founder and CEO, The Wisdom Well LLC

Kisha Gaines is a retired corporate senior executive, speaker, a John Maxwell-trained professional development coach, and entrepreneur who believes every person on the planet has a unique purpose. She is the CEO of the professional and personal development company, The Wisdom Well... Read More →

Tuesday October 6, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

11:30am EDT

County Basket Drawing

Tuesday October 6, 2026 11:30am - 11:40am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Tuesday October 6, 2026 11:30am - 11:40am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

7:30am EDT

Continental Breakfast

Wednesday October 7, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Wednesday October 7, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Breakfast

8:30am EDT

Welcome & Announcements

Wednesday October 7, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Wednesday October 7, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

9:00am EDT

BCSE and OCSE Updates

Wednesday October 7, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Wednesday October 7, 2026 9:00am - 10:15am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

10:15am EDT

Beyond the Paperwork: Recognizing Domestic Violence and Building Safer Connections

Wednesday October 7, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

This training is designed for Domestic Relations professionals who regularly interact with individuals and families impacted by domestic violence. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of domestic violence dynamics, trauma responses, and lethality indicators. The training will explore common verbal and nonverbal cues exhibited by survivors, explain why trauma may cause survivors to appear inconsistent or unbelievable, and provide practical guidance on having safe, trauma-informed conversations. Participants will also learn strategies for discreetly connecting individuals with domestic violence services and explore the critical role of collaboration between Domestic Relations offices and domestic violence programs in promoting safety and improving outcomes for families.

Speakers

Tracy Veri, Ph.D.

CEO, VOICE (Victim Outreach Intervention Center)

Wednesday October 7, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

11:15am EDT

County Basket Drawing

Wednesday October 7, 2026 11:15am - 11:20am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Wednesday October 7, 2026 11:15am - 11:20am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

11:30am EDT

Case Law Update & Ethics - Lunch & Learn

Wednesday October 7, 2026 11:30am - 1:15pm EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Wednesday October 7, 2026 11:30am - 1:15pm EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Lunch & Learn

6:45pm EDT

Banquet

Wednesday October 7, 2026 6:45pm - 11:00pm EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Wednesday October 7, 2026 6:45pm - 11:00pm EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Social

7:30am EDT

Breakfast

Thursday October 8, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Thursday October 8, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Break

8:30am EDT

DRAP Showdown: Race Against the Clock

Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Put your child support knowledge to the test in this fast-paced, interactive game show! Contestants will face questions covering child support law, enforcement timeframes, and program requirements to earn valuable seconds on the clock. The more they know, the more time they’ll have to complete a challenge and advance toward victory. After three action-packed rounds, one contestant will be crowned the DRAP Showdown Champion!

Thursday October 8, 2026 8:30am - 9:00am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

9:00am EDT

Closing Business

Thursday October 8, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT

Cranberry III & IV

Thursday October 8, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am EDT
Cranberry III & IV

Plenary

59th Annual Domestic Relations Association of PA Training Conference

1:00pm EDT

1:15pm EDT

2:45pm EDT

7:30am EDT

8:30am EDT

10:00am EDT

10:30am EDT

Kisha Gaines

11:30am EDT

7:30am EDT

8:30am EDT

9:00am EDT

10:15am EDT

Tracy Veri, Ph.D.

11:15am EDT

11:30am EDT

6:45pm EDT

7:30am EDT

8:30am EDT

9:00am EDT

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