Let’s learn to turn stress into strength. This is a one-day gathering dedicated to nurturing community well being!
Hosted by Dr. Auburn Ellis, CEO of Studio 54oo

Sunday, April 12th, 2026 | Vine Street Studio | Kansas City, MO

⭐️ 2026 KC Wellness Conference ⭐️

Let’s start the day with an 8a yoga class co-sponsored by Lululemon! Then choose whether you want to stay and present, participate to listen/learn for inspiration, or check out local vendors. Register and rotate through sessions for this half-day of amazing info!

We will have presentations covering:
-Daily Pelvic Floor and Spinal Health
-Protecting Your Time
-Food Equity
-Inviting Micro-bits of Wellness into Your Day
-Equity in Maternal Health
-Trauma Informed Weightlifting
-Biological Dentistry
-Gut Reset
-Herbal Wellness Education & Tea Tasting
-Posture-Core-Balance
-And much more! Stay tuned for full conference program.

Studio 54oo and Vine Street Studio invite practitioners, educators, creatives, wellness leaders, and community advocates to submit session proposals for the 2026 Vine Street Wellness Conference—a one-day gathering dedicated to restoring balance, nurturing creativity, and strengthening community well-being.

We invite you come to this community event. Stay for the entire conference, or just choose a session that speaks to your personal or professional life!

Want to present? 
Call for Proposals:
This year’s theme centers on the ways we care for ourselves, our work, and one another. We welcome proposals that educate, inspire, uplift, and offer participants meaningful tools they can apply immediately in their personal and professional lives. Come prepared to present for 30+ minutes and respond to questions.
Conference Focus Areas
We are seeking proposals that align with one of the following three themes:

1. Healing the Healer
Sessions that support those who care for others—therapists, educators, artists, activists, wellness practitioners, and community leaders.Topics may include:
Preventing burnout and compassion fatigue
Somatic practices for grounding and restoration
Trauma-informed self-care
Boundary setting and ethical care
Creating sustainable wellness routines for helpers and healers

2. Day-to-Day Wellness
Workshops and talks offering practical, accessible approaches to everyday well-being. Topics may include:
Stress management for busy professionals
Nutrition, movement, and lifestyle habits
Mental health tools for daily use
Financial wellness and life balance
Mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork
Family or workplace wellness strategies

3. Art as Wellness
Explorations of creativity as a path to healing, reflection, and community connection. Topics may include:
Expressive arts therapy
Music, dance, or movement for emotional release
Visual arts for mindfulness
Writing and storytelling for personal growth
Creative practices for stress reduction
Community-based art for collective healing
Only ethically positive, uplifting & inclusive proposals will be considered.

Proposal Types
We welcome a variety of formats, including:
Workshops (interactive)
Talks/Presentations (informational)
Creative Sessions (movement, artmaking, sound)
Panel Discussions (multiple speakers)

Proposal Requirements
Please include the following:
Session Title
Focus Area (Healing the Healer, Day-to-Day Wellness, or Art as Wellness)
Presenter Name, Bio (150 words), and Contact Information
Session Format (workshop, presentation, creative session, or panel)
Session Description (150–250 words)
Learning Outcomes (3–5 clear takeaways for participants)
Space/Materials Needed
Any relevant links or previous work
Do you need technology to present?

Submission Details

Submission Deadline: March 20, 2026

Acceptance Notifications: by March 27, 2026

Submit Proposals To: auburn@auburnaesthetic.com

Conference Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026

Location: Vine Street Studio, Kansas City, MO | 2033 Vine Street, KCMO

About the Host
Dr. Auburn Ellis, CEO of Studio 54oo, is a visionary leader in wellness, creativity, and community-centered education. Her work uplifts underrepresented communities through accessible wellness training, artistic expression, and holistic development. This conference continues her commitment to creating spaces that heal, inspire, and empower.