Grayson, KY — Kentucky Christian University will host the Mission Minded Leadership Conference on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the KCU Chapel. The one-day conference will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is designed to encourage, equip, and challenge leaders from across the region.
The conference will bring together leaders from business, education, athletics, ministry, and community organizations who share a desire to grow in their ability to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in their communities.
“Leadership is not just about a title,” said conference organizers. “It is about influence and the difference we make where we are planted. The Mission Minded Leadership Conference is designed to help leaders step away from their daily responsibilities, refocus on what truly matters, and return to their organizations energized and better equipped to lead.”
Rooted in a Christ-centered worldview, the conference reflects Kentucky Christian University’s commitment to developing leaders of character, integrity, and purpose. While grounded in Christian values, the conference is open to anyone seeking practical leadership insights that can be applied immediately in real-world settings.
Attendees will hear from an outstanding lineup of nationally recognized speakers and leadership experts who bring extensive real-world experience.
Featured speakers include:
- Todd Maynard, Dean of the School of Business & Leadership at Kentucky Christian University
- Amy P. Kelly, best-selling author, speaker, and Vice President of Consulting for Jon Gordon’s Positive Training Company – “Difficult Conversations Don’t Have to be Difficult”
- John Eades, CEO of LearnLoft and host of The Optimistic Outlook Podcast – “The Leadership Lens: How People Like You Choose Leadership”
- Julie Ward Nee, speaker, author, and Vice President of Training for Jon Gordon’s Positive Training Company – “The Energy Bus: The Ten Rules to Fuel Your Work Life and Team with Positive Energy”
- Rennie Curran, former NFL linebacker, leadership speaker, and author – “Lead To Win: From High Performer to High-Performing Leader”
- Tami Matheny, mental toughness coach, author, and Jon Gordon Certified Trainer – “This is Good: The Power of Perspective in Mission-Minded Leadership”
- Thomas R. Williams, speaker, author, and leadership consultant – “The Relentless Pursuit of Excellence”
The conference will include morning and afternoon speaker sessions, networking opportunities, and a midday break for lunch. Organizers emphasize that the shared conversations and connections often prove just as valuable as the presentations themselves.
“Leadership matters,” organizers noted. “When leaders grow, organizations grow. When organizations grow, communities become stronger. Kentucky Christian University is honored to invest in leaders who want to make a positive difference.”
The event will take place in the KCU Chapel, which seats up to 600 attendees. Registration is $35 per person.
Those interested in attending can learn more and register online at:
www.kcu.edu/mission-minded-leadership-conference
