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Unlock your potential, own your influence, and lead with purpose—no matter your title.

Champion the Leader Within is the commitment to develop the leadership potential that already exists inside you. It means taking ownership of your growth, aligning your actions with your values, and cultivating the mindset, resilience, and clarity needed to create meaningful impact. When you champion the leader within, you elevate not only your own effectiveness but also the people and environments around you.

Champion the Leader Within is important because it empowers people to see leadership as an inner strength rather than a job title, helping them act with confidence, authenticity, and purpose. When individuals tap into their values, resilience, and unique strengths, they become more adaptable, more collaborative, and more innovative qualities that teams and organizations need in a rapidly changing world. Cultivating inner leadership elevates culture, strengthens decision-making, and encourages people to step beyond their comfort zones, creating a workplace where everyone contributes as a leader.

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November 3

Location

Bonnet Springs Park Event Center

Time

Doors Open: 8:15 am
Event Begins: 9:00 am

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Program Schedule

8:15 a.m. – Doors Open / Networking

9:00 a.m.  – Program Begins

9:15 a.m. – Session 1
Andy Stanley

9:55 a.m. – Session 2
Kim Anthony

11:00 a.m. – Session 3
Matt Besler

12:10 p.m. – Lunch, provided by Publix

1:05 p.m. – Session 4
Gen. Paul Funk (RET.)

1:40 p.m. – Leadership Forum
Chris Norton
Steve Weatherford
Mike O’Connell
Michael Jordan

2:30 p.m. – Session 5
Patrick Lencioni

3:30 p.m.  – Wrap-up

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Leadership Lakeland Alumni Association’s Mission + Vision

Leadership Lakeland Alumni Association’s Mission is to provide opportunities that inspire, cultivate, and connect leaders.

Our Vision is Inspiring the Leader in YOU!

Leadercast’s mission is to fill the world with leaders worth following, by serving them with thought-provoking development content and transformative leadership conferences featuring experts and peers who dare to take the business world by storm.

Together, Leadership Lakeland Alumni Association and Leadercast provide a unique and inspiring opportunity for the Alumni and our broader community of Leaders!

2026 Lineup

Features 10 prominent leaders, each sharing from their field of expertise and personal background on how others can develop good habits to become more effective leader.

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Andy Stanley


Bestselling Author, communicator & founder of North Point Ministries

Andy Stanley is a globally recognized pastor, bestselling author, and leadership expert. He founded North Point Ministries in 1995, which has grown to eight campuses in metro Atlanta and a global network of more than 225 churches. As the host of Your Move and the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast, he helps people and leaders make better decisions and live better lives. His messages reach millions each month through television, podcasts, and digital platforms. Andy has authored over 20 books and speaks worldwide to church and organizational leaders.

Kim Anthony


Author, keynote speaker & personal development professional

Kim Anthony is an author, keynote speaker, and resilience expert who empowers women to find their voice and lead with strength and authenticity. A former U.S. National Team gymnast, she made history as UCLA’s first Black woman scholarship athlete in gymnastics and the first Black woman to win an NCAA National Title. A 4-time National Champion and Hall of Fame inductee, Kim now serves on the board of a billion-dollar company, hosts the Resilience to Brilliance podcast, and shares her powerful journey in her memoir, Unfavorable Odds.

Matt Besler


US Men's National Team Center Back and Sporting Kansas City Legend

Matt Besler played 13 MLS seasons with Sporting Kansas City after being selected 8th overall in the 2009 MLS SuperDraft. An MLS Cup Champion, three-time U.S. Open Cup winner, and MLS Defender of the Year, he also earned 47 caps with the U.S. Men’s National Team, including the 2014 World Cup. Besler is now the Director of Captains Soccer Club in Kansas City.

General (R) Paul E. Funk II

Distinguished, globally recognized leader, speaker, motivator & advisor

General (R) Paul E. Funk II is a globally recognized, combat-proven leader known for driving large-scale transformation in complex, people-centric organizations. Over a decades-long Army career, he led institutions impacting more than 800,000 individuals and commanded international coalitions, including the largest in military history with 72 nations. As a senior Army leader, he oversaw major human capital initiatives, multibillion-dollar budgets, and the education and training of hundreds of thousands of service members annually. Today, General Funk is a sought-after speaker and trusted advisor, helping executives and senior leaders unlock organizational performance through strategic planning, leadership development, and mission-focused execution.

Patrick Lencioni


Bestselling Author & founder of The Table Group

Patrick Lencioni is one of the world’s leading experts on organizational health and leadership. As founder and president of The Table Group, he has spent more than 25 years helping leaders build healthy, cohesive teams and organizations. A pioneer of the organizational health movement, Pat calls it “the last competitive advantage in business.” A New York Times best-selling author, Pat has written 13 books that have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages, including The Five Dysfunctions of a Team and The Advantage. His practical, story-driven approach has influenced organizations worldwide, from startups to Fortune 500 companies.

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Attend Leadercast Lakeland!

November 3, 2026
Doors Open 8:30 am | Event Starts 9:00 am
Bonnet Springs Park Event Center​

Leadercast’s mission is to fill the world with leaders worth following, by serving them with thought-provoking development content and transformative leadership conferences featuring experts and peers who dare to take the business world by storm. For those attending, there are also opportunities to network with like-minded leaders.

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