2026 Conference Virtual Streaming Ticket Sponsor Tickets

Take advantage of hearing the incredible leadership speakers at the 2026 Professional Conference in Kansas City. WithIt will stream the speakers from the main stage from 9:30 am – 1 pm ET | 8:30 am – 12 pm CT.

Following the conference, attendees will have access to the recordings of speakers from the main stage for 6 weeks.

YOUR FREE STREAMING TICKET IS COURTESY OF TEMPUR SEALY

AGENDA  (*All times listed in ET)
See the full agenda with descriptions on the conference site.

Thursday, August 13, 2026

9:30am ET – Welcome

9:45am  – 10:45am ET     “The Leader Who Thinks Differently”
Mary Messner, Keynote Speaker

11:00am – 12:00pm ET    “Prevent the Plateau Panel Discussion”
Moderator: Mary Helen Rogers, ISPA
Laura Aldrich, Scott Brothers Global
Julie Messner, Andmore
Heather Bolick, Manwah

12:15pm – 12:55pm ET  “Reflections on a Career of Purpose”
Clarence Smith, Havertys

Friday, August 14, 2026

9:30am ET – Welcome

9:45am  – 10:45am ET   “T.R.A.C.T.I.O.N.: Methods for Business Mastery”
Lorri Kelley, Lorri Kelley Advisors

10:55am – 11:55am ET     “The Other Glass Ceiling Panel Discussion”
Moderator: Nora Gomez, NGG: Next Generation Growth
Laurie Tokarz, Restonic
Tori Evans, Luxxbox
Lucy Gomez, Pierce County YMCA
Jessica Norby, Interlude Home

12:00pm-1:00pm ET    “Braving Change: Resilient Through Disruption”
Velera Wilson, Founder of Positive Identity