Event Overview

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The Leadership Gap:
Why the Champions Summit?

Many companies invest heavily in mid-level leadership development and provide strong peer networks for CEOs. Yet, the leaders on the cusp of the C-Suite—those 1-2 levels away—are often left to navigate the transition alone. They’ve outgrown general leadership training, but they haven’t yet gained access to the executive-level insights, networks, and strategic thinking frameworks needed to thrive at the top.

This is the void the Champions Summit was built to fill.

Designed in collaboration with Calgary’s top C-Suite executives and rising leaders across industries, this event delivers exactly what high-potential future executives need:

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Unfiltered CEO insights on what it really takes to succeed at the highest level

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Exclusive access to a cross-industry network of Calgary’s most promising leaders

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Elite high-performance strategies from Olympic athletes and world-class performers

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A launchpad for ongoing leadership development—beyond just a two-day event

There’s nothing equivalent to this in Calgary or the region. This is not just another leadership conference—it’s an intimate, high-impact experience designed to shape the next generation of executive leadership.

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Who Should Attend?

This event is designed specifically for:

  • Rising Executives – Leaders identified by their organizations as high-potential future C-Suite or Executive Leadership Team members (1-2 levels below C-Suite).

  • Current Executives & Business Leaders – Attending as mentors and panelists, providing invaluable real-world context for the next generation.

  • Elite Performers from Sport & Music – Sharing insights on performance under pressure, resilience, and excellence.

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What Sets This Event Apart?

Co-Created by Calgary’s Top Leaders

The agenda, content, and speakers were built through direct consultation with Calgary-based C-Suite leaders and rising executives—ensuring real-world relevance, not just theory.

A High-Performance Approach to Leadership

Beyond traditional leadership training, participants will learn elite mindset strategies from Olympic and professional athletes and award-winning musicians—industries where performance under pressure is non-negotiable.

A One-of-a-Kind Network

Attendees gain access to an exclusive, cross-industry peer group, creating lasting connections that extend well beyond the summit.

Not Just a Conference—A Launchpad

The Champions Summit doesn’t end after 1.5 days. It serves as a catalyst for ongoing leadership development, including networking opportunities, learning cohorts, and executive coaching.