Leadership Retreat

Summit Agenda

March 5, 2026
14305 Stirling Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33330
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Morning Sessions
9:30 – 9:40 AM
Opening Remarks

Welcome & Framing the Experience

Setting intention, psychological safety, and the arc of the day — grounding leadership as an inside-out practice.

Speakers:Esu Ma'at, Sam Ghanem
01
9:40 – 10:10 AM
Panel Discussion

Grounding Personal Belonging & Stability

A conversation centered on leading from your inner compass — embodying leadership by example and integrating work, wellness, wealth, and relationships into a holistic personal leadership framework.

Moderator:Esu Ma'at
Panelists:Kwame Anku, Jeremy Ardrey
10:10 – 10:25 AMGuided Reflection

Individual reflection prompts + optional journaling.

"What allows me to feel grounded and steady as a leader?"

02
10:25 – 10:55 AM
Fireside Chat

Embodied Collaboration & Creativity

How trust, relational intelligence, and a collaborative mindset unlock creativity, expand capacity, and deepen influence.

Speakers:Sam Ghanem, Marvel Bishop
10:55 – 11:10 AMReflection

Paired or small-group dialogue.

"Where does collaboration feel most alive — and most constrained — for me?"

03
11:10 – 11:40 AM
Panel Discussion

Self-Efficacy, Resilience & Leadership Identity

A candid discussion on cultivating self-confidence, self-affirmation, and self-awareness — exploring how leaders overcome imposter syndrome, navigate uncertainty, and move beyond self-sabotage to reimagine how they lead in a future where human intelligence, amplified by digital intelligence, is essential to success.

Moderator:Esu Ma'at
Panelists:Doug Melville, Michelle Machado, Benny Salas
11:40 – 11:55 AMReflection

Quiet integration + written prompts.

"What part of my leadership identity is ready to evolve?"

11:55 AM – 12:10 PM
Sponsor Recognition

Sponsor Recognition

Honoring partners and concluding with a video from David Khoen.

Afternoon Sessions

12:10 – 1:00 PM

Lunch

Intentional seating encouraged. Optional reflection cards at tables to guide conversation.

04
1:00 – 1:30 PM
Fireside Chat

Compassionate Leadership & Relationship-Centered Impact

An exploration of healing and wholeness — navigating personal trauma, leading with compassion as a strength, and deepening relationships so leaders can bring their full selves to their work and amplify their influence.

Speakers:Sam Ghanem, Dr. Jamie Huysman
1:30 – 1:45 PMReflection

Individual reflection.

"How do I lead when compassion and accountability are both required?"

05
1:45 – 2:15 PM
Panel Discussion

Speak Truth, Listen Deeply & Influence for Impact

An executive-level exploration of communication that builds trust, inspires confidence, and reinforces psychological safety. The session focuses on engaging in courageous dialogue with composure, influencing through presence and clarity, and fostering reciprocal communication that drives creativity, growth, and measurable business outcomes.

Moderator:Esu Ma'at
Panelists:Clara Stroude Vasquez, Nikki Glanton
2:15 – 2:30 PMReflection

Small-group discussion.

"What truth am I being called to speak — or listen to — more clearly?"

06
2:30 – 3:00 PM
Panel Discussion

Vision, Intuition & the Wisdom to Know the Difference

An exploration of how leaders develop discernment from the inside out by anchoring leadership in personal values. The session frames leadership as a holistic practice — strengthened through alignment and essential for navigating complex, high-stakes environments. Panelists examine when to trust information, when to trust intuition, and how inner guidance and sound judgment drive clarity and confidence amid uncertainty.

Moderator:Esu Ma'at
Panelists:D.A. Abrams, Tru Pettigrew
3:00 – 3:15 PMReflection

Guided journaling.

"Where am I being asked to trust my intuition — and refine my discernment?"

Closing
07
3:15 – 3:45 PM
TED-Style Talk

Purpose, Alignment & Powerful Stewardship

A synthesis of the day, reframing personal elevation as the foundation for driving performance, amplifying impact, and strengthening influence. Attendees are invited to steward their leadership holistically — across all areas of life — as a path to wellness, while fostering leadership frameworks rooted in inner alignment, continuous growth, and personal fulfillment.

Speakers:Esu Ma'at
3:45 – 4:00 PMFinal Integration Reflection

Solo reflection + optional peer sharing.

"What commitment will I carry forward from today?"

4:00 PM

Closing Remarks & Send-Off

Gratitude, closing insights, and an invitation to extend the work beyond the summit.

Speakers:Sam Ghanem

All session times are approximate and may be adjusted to accommodate organic discussion.

March 5, 2026 · 14305 Stirling Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33330

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