2026 Leadership Summit @ Dave & Buster's - Freehold

Welcome to the 2026 Leadership Summit!
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 Friday, April 24, 2026
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Objective: The 2026 Leadership Summit will connect participants with educational sessions to
network, learn, and receive coaching to develop their skills and grow their businesses.

Kick off your morning with inspiring speakers from diverse fields, hear real success stories that began with young professionals, and enjoy valuable networking opportunities.

This year's featured speakers include:

• Igniting Innovation: Kimberly Jade Bukowiec (Kravitz) – Emmy Award–winning journalist, founder of KJ Media & Consulting LLC, and 2025 Athena Finalist, highlighting her YP journey and career shift into entrepreneurship.
• Driving Impact: Deirdre Spiropoulos – Impact 100 Jersey Coast, demonstrating how collective philanthropy transforms leadership and empowers future changemakers in Monmouth County.
• Leading with Purpose: Heather Coburn – CEO of Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore, emphasizing the importance of instilling values in younger generations and leading by example for a meaningful future.

These leaders bring powerful perspectives on media, nonprofit leadership, and community impact. You won't want to miss it!

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