Plan to Lead with Heart

Presenters: Sarah Reuter, Debbie Peterson, Christy Renee Stehle

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Leadership isn’t about title, age or LinkedIn recommendations. You can learn to lift up those around you by putting people and mission first. Three Smart Speaker winners will share how they found their inner leader and learned to connect and inspire teams in good and bad times.

You will learn:

  • How to center yourself so you can be there for others
  • How to focus on the decisions that will matter long-term
  • How to lead across generations

Sarah Reuter, CEO of Elevate Travel Co, is an experience designer for conscious brands looking to make an emotional impact through the power of events. On a mission to uplift audiences, she challenges leaders to remember the LIGHTHOUSE within—so they can shine with confidence, thrive through well-being and leave a massive impact.

Debbie Peterson is a Leadership Readiness Expert and the creator of The Clarity Compass. She cuts through the noise to help people focus on what truly matters, guiding leaders through her Readiness Reset to reconnect with their priorities and lead with a human-first approach.

Christy Renee Stehle is a keynote speaker, neurodiverse global citizen and behavioral science expert who has lived in 35 countries and brings over 20 years of experience in communications. Known for bridging cultures and generations, she delivers measurable ROI, deeply engaged audiences and heartfelt inspiration with a human-first approach.

 

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