Save the Date: April 22 for the LeadingBetter™ Summit

This annual day of learning equips and inspires leaders at every level to be better and do better. The 2026 Summit will be offered as a hybrid experience: join us in person at The Kentucky Center (501 W. Main St., Louisville, KY) or participate virtually through an interactive online platform. Both options are designed to leave participants engaged, connected, and prepared to lead now and into the future.

Known for delivering powerful, relevant insights from innovative global thought leaders, the Summit is a premier opportunity for growth. The 2026 event will feature dynamic speakers focused on developing and leading high-performing teams—ideal for managers, directors, and anyone ready to take their organization to the next level. Speakers to be announced soon.

WHO ATTENDS & WHY:

The LeadingBetter Summit is a unique professional development opportunity for leaders at all levels. Attendees range from up-and-coming leaders to C-suite executives, with nearly 70% working at a director level or above. Both the in-person and virtual event offer valuable business networking opportunities both within and beyond the Louisville region.

Over 200 different companies and organizations attend this leadership conference each year, including the area’s top five largest publicly traded companies, two Fortune 100 and two Fortune 500 companies, and several large private-sector employers. Nearly 30% of virtual attendees are from outside of Louisville. Industries represented include businesses from large to small, Professional services (Accounting, Law, Real Estate, Builders, Financial Services, Insurance, etc.), Education, Government, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and Nonprofit organizations.

About The Leadership Louisville Center & LeadingBetter™

Founded in 1979, the Leadership Louisville Center has graduated over 15,000 leaders through its community leadership programs and professional training courses. Recognized as a national best practice, the Center serves as a catalyst for leadership excellence and civic engagement, empowering individuals and organizations to create meaningful impact. Learn more at www.leadershiplouisville.org.

LeadingBetter™ is the professional training and talent development arm of the Leadership Louisville Center, offering cutting-edge leadership development solutions designed to help individuals and organizations thrive in an ever-changing world. Through open-enrollment courses, customized corporate training, and the annual LeadingBetter Summit, LeadingBetter™ equips leaders at all levels with the skills needed to enhance communication, build high-performing teams, and drive organizational success. With world-class facilitators, evidence-based curriculum, and dynamic learning experiences, LeadingBetter™ empowers businesses and individuals to unlock their full leadership potential. To learn more about LeadingBetter™ and explore leadership development opportunities, visit www.leadingbetter.com.