We’re thrilled to invite you to the Autism eXchange Annual Conference and Staycation, a gathering dedicated to advancing understanding, support and innovation in Autism research and services in your community! The conference brings together a diverse group of experts, advocates, caregivers, and individuals on the Autism Spectrum to share insights and strategies that make a difference.

Our goal is to empower individuals by fostering a sense of community, connecting them with valuable resources and supports, all while offering a fun, safe, and sensory-friendly environment. This conference promises to be an enriching and memorable experience for all.

What makes it a “Staycation”?

One of the things that makes this conference unique is that Autism United has worked with the Wilderness Resort to offer Sensory Friendly experiences throughout the resort for the Staycation weekend. This includes sensory friendly arcade time at the Wilderwoods Arcade and a modified waterpark experience throughout the resort. We have also worked with partner organizations to integrate family-friendly activity spaces throughout the conference to make this conference truly fun for all. That’s right, kids are welcome to come to this event!

Presenters and Exhibitors
Attendees

Event Details: 

  • Date: Friday, July 11 – Saturday, July 12, 2025 
  • Time: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 
  • Location: Wilderness Resort & Waterpark and Glacier Canyon Lodge 

What to Expect:

At the Autism eXchange Annual Conference and Staycation, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Engage with expert speakers presenting the latest research and support tactics in Autism.
  • Participate in interactive workshops focused on practical skills and resources.
  • Network with other attendees to foster new connections and collaborations.
  • Attend panel discussions that explore lived experiences, advocacy, and future directions in Autism support.
  • Have fun in sensory modified environments with people who don’t judge and welcome you just as you are!

We’re looking forward to an inspiring and impactful event. Join us in our mission to foster greater understanding and support for the Autism community!

Registration 

REGISTRATION CAN BE COVERED BY CLTS WAIVER FUNDING OR IRIS FUNDING! PLEASE CONTACT YOUR COUNTY COORDINATOR TO COVER THIS EXPERIENCE.

The registration fee includes access to all the activities and experiences within the conference as well as breakfast and lunch on Friday and Saturday. Registration fees do not include hotel accommodation or attraction access, however hotel accommodation may be covered through waiver funding. Please ask your coordinator for more details!

Deadline: June 10, 2025

Registration Type Registration Rates
Individual Member $220
Individual Non-Member $245
Children (12 and under) $150
Individual with Autism $125
Conference Support Person $125

Autism United Member 

If you are a current member of Autism United of Wisconsin, you may register at this discounted rate. If you are unsure of your membership status, please reach out to (414) 988-1260 or info@autism-united.org. 

If you are not a current member, please register for membership here. 

Individual with Autism 

This rate is for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. This includes children with Autism who will be in attendance.  

Conference Support Person 

To qualify for this rate your primary purpose for attending the conference must be to support an individual with Autism who is also registered for the conference. Please include their name on your registration form. Only 1 support person (per autistic individual) may register at this rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written cancellation requests must be sent haydn@autism-united.org by June 10, 2025 and will be charged a $25.00 processing fee. Written cancellation requests must be sent to Haydn Flores haydn@autism-united.org by June 10 2025 – no exceptions. Registrations are non-transferable, but attendees within orders may be changed at no cost before June 10, 2025.

If a registered attendee is no longer able to attend the conference, their registration may be transferred to another person who is not already registered for the conference at no additional charge. This registration must be approved and edited by Autism United to be ensured. Contact Haydn Flores at (414) 988–1269 or haydn@autism-united.org to transfer your registration. 

Yes, we have multiple sponsorship, exhibitor, and advertisement opportunities.

Sponsoring, exhibiting and advertising at our Autism eXchange Conference and Staycation is a unique opportunity to engage with members of the Autism community from the largest service area in Wisconsin and share your services. Attendees are coming to the conference excited to learn more about local organizations that support autistic individuals and their families.

Learn more about these opportunities here.

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Wilderness resort. Book your reservations early! There are only a limited number of rooms reserved at the following rates:

Thursday: $219

Friday: $299

Saturday: $299

Room Reservation cutoff date is Tuesday, June 10, 2025. After this date, all unreserved rooms will be released to the general public.

To reserve your room, please call 1-800-867-9453 and state that you are with Leader #A70748.

Rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes in effect at the time of check in, and a taxable $29.95 nightly Resort fee.

For those not staying at the resort, you can purchase day passes to enjoy the attractions here.

  • Registration includes access to the entire statewide conference and all activities in the conference.
  • Breakfast and lunch will be provided for registered attendees on Friday and Saturday morning.
  • Registration fees do not include hotel accommodations or external attraction entrance.

No, there is no single day registration option.

Cost varies by registration level and type. Please click here to view the registration page.

The Children’s Long Term Support Waiver may cover the cost of attending the conference. We have partnered with Milwaukee County to ensure a smooth billing process for Milwaukee County CLTS recipients. Please reach out to your county coordinator to register for the conference.

Yes, this conference is designed to be family friendly! While typical conferences may not have activities for all, we have worked with the Wilderness resort, presenters, and exhibitors to ensure there are experiences for all ages. We will have activity spaces and interactive sessions throughout the entire conference.

Although attendees may bring family members to the hotel, only paid registrants wearing conference badges will be permitted to attend conference sessions.

The deadline to register for the Autism eXchange conference is June 10, 2025. Registrations will not be accepted after June 10, with no exceptions.

You will receive an e-mail confirmation when your registration has been processed. If you do not receive an email confirmation, please contact us at info@assew.org or (414) 988 – 1260 to ensure your registration was received. It is important that you provide an email on your registration to ensure you receive access to resources, conference agenda and other materials that will be available prior to the conference.

No, the conference sessions do not require pre-registration and are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. We recommend using the conference app to plan your experiences and have a backup session picked in case a session is full.

There will not be childcare available at the conference. However, the team at Autism United has worked to ensure all sessions are family friendly and there are interactive experiences available for all ages.

Breakfast and lunch for both Friday and Saturday will be available for registered attendees. Any other meals will be on your own.