2026 Next-Level Leadership Summit
september 25, 2026
Join the Commonwealth’s leaders at the Knicely Conference Center for a strategic gathering focused on the judgment and discipline required to lead at scale.
2026 Summit Speakers: Guiding Next-Level Leadership
Discover actionable strategies from our diverse lineup of military, business, media, and education experts. Join us on September 25 to elevate your impact and lead through today's challenges.
Founder & CEO, Author, Certified Executive Speaker & Coach
Emmy-Winning Journalist, Broadcaster, Public Affairs Moderator
Lieutenant General, U.S. Air Force (Retired); B-2 Stealth Bomber Combat Pilot
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Managing Director, Data & AI Strategy
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Head of Business Development, AI Strategy & Workflow Automation Specialist
Senior Client Partner, Strategic Partnerships — Leader in Me® Education Programs
Global Ambassador, Leader in Me®; Co-Author, The Leader in Me; Former Principal, A.B. Combs Elementary
Superintendent; 2022 National Superintendent of the Year
Defining the Summit Experience
The Leadership Summit is a catalyst for organizational change. Discover the strategic outcomes our attendees bring back to their teams and communities.
Strategic Clarity
Move beyond theory to master the "how" of leadership. Attendees gain a clear framework for navigating complex organizational challenges and high-stakes decisions.
An Elite Network
Build meaningful, lasting connections with peers from across Kentucky’s 120 counties, fostering a support system of leaders facing similar regional goals.
Applied Frameworks
Walk away with the KC4L methodology—practical tools for judgment and discipline that can be implemented immediately within your own organization.
Sustained Discipline
Shift from a "one-off" event mindset to a continuous leadership discipline. The Summit provides the roadmap for ongoing growth and professional excellence.
Join the Priority List
Space at the Kentucky Leadership Summit is limited to ensure high-value peer networking. Sign up to receive the full agenda, speaker announcements, and early-access registration links before they go public.
