The 5 Best Leadership Conferences to Help You Grow

By Amber Van Schooneveld 

Leaders go first. They challenge themselves and envision a new tomorrow. It’s one of the hardest jobs in the world. That’s why leaders need to regularly refuel their energy and reinvigorate their vision. A leadership conference is one of the best ways to do just that. There’s just something about intentional time set aside with a like-minded community that catalyzes your growth in a way nothing else does.  

Here are some of the best leadership conferences to help you grow in your leadership, expand your skills and refuel your purpose.  

Top leadership conference for business executives: WOBI World Business Forum 

WHAT: The WOBI World Business Forum is an international conference that focuses on management topics for business leaders.

WHO: The conference gathers CEOs, decision makers and entrepreneurs to learn from world-class business thought leaders.  

WHERE & WHEN: WOBI World Business Forum takes place in October and November in major cities around the world, including NYC, New York.  

Learn more about WOBI World Business Forum.  

Top leadership conference for creatives:  SXSW 

WHAT: The SXSW Conference focuses on important breakthroughs in technology, film, culture and music.  

WHO: SXSW gathers a community of creatives to “encounter cutting-edge ideas, discover new interests, and network with other professionals who share a similar appetite for forward-focused experiences.” 

WHERE & WHEN: It takes place in March in Austin, Texas. 

Learn more about SXSW.  

Top leadership conference for company culture:  Great Place To Work® For All Summit™ 

WHAT: Great Place To Work® For All Summit™ focuses on company culture and leadership. 

WHO: It brings together leaders of award-winning great workplaces, Great Place To Work culture experts and thought leaders in HR and across industries. 

WHERE & WHEN: Great Place To Work® For All Summit™ takes place in April in Las Vegas, Nevada.  

Learn more about Great Place To Work® For All Summit™. 

Top leadership conference for faith and culture:  THINQ 

WHAT: THINQ tackles critical cultural issues with a commitment to discerning biblical faithfulness. 

WHO: It convenes Christian leaders who are pioneering how to be faithful in a changing culture.  

WHERE & WHEN: THINQ takes place in April in Nashville, Tennessee.  

Learn more about THINQ.  

Top leadership conference for leaders of all types:  The Global Leadership Summit 

WHAT: The Global Leadership Summit offers fresh, actionable leadership insights and encouragement from diverse leadership experts.  

WHO: It gathers leaders of all types from both ministry and marketplace and empowers them to lead where they are, inspiring their vision and igniting transformation. It’s leadership with a higher purpose.  

WHERE & WHEN: The Global Leadership Summit takes place in August in South Barrington, Illinois, in 400+ host sites around the U.S., online and in 100+ countries around the world.  

Learn more about the Global Leadership Summit.  

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Whether you are a seasoned leader or you don’t yet envision yourself as a leader, a leadership conference may be the experience you need to transform your next chapter — because everyone has influence.  

Not sure which conference is right for you? The Global Leadership Summit brings together people across industries, including business, nonprofit, healthcare, ministry and education. If you’re not sure what your next step is, you will be equipped, encouraged and inspired. And right now, you can get your best ticket price on the Global Leadership Summit. Reserve Your Spot!