Day of Excellence 2026

Schedule

Wed, 22 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am

UTC-06:00

Location

444 N Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701 | Rapid City, SD

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Day of Excellence, Inc. (DOE) is excited to announce the 15th 'Day' with four remarkable keynote speakers you won't want to miss! This high energy, full-day event offers the region an inspiring lineup of nationally recognized presenters covering a range of personal and professional growth topicsβ€”including resilience, work-life balance, mindset, teamwork, leadership, and unlocking potential.
2026 Speaker Lineup:
Joel Zeff (EmCee and 2024 DOE speaker): The master of TA DA is back as this year’s Emcee! Joel is a force of nature, a catalyst for change, and a master of turning mundane events into unforgettable experiences. Electrifying audiences across the nation for over two decades, Joel has a unique blend of improvisational comedy, business acumen, and contagious enthusiasm.
Paul Long: Creator of Fundamism, Paul challenges you to find fulfillment beyond the unusual measure of success. His message delivers tactical strategies, energizing humor, and serious results for culture, retention and engagement.
Kelly Cardenas: With soulful storytelling and business expertise, Kelly teaches how alignment fuels performance. He is the creator of The VIBE Method and a living example of what happens when you lead with gratitude, service, and connection.
Tami Evans: Back by popular demand, Tami brings her signature blend of levity and leadership. Known as The Human Exclamation Point, she lights up the room while helping teams reduce stress, improve communication, and lead with authenticity.
Marvelless Mark: Mark Kamp combines rockstar energy with business brilliance. He shows how the secrets of rock legends can drive teamwork, innovation, and long-term success. His keynote is an experience that turns motivation into momentum.
Day of Excellence is the legacy project originally created by the Leadership Rapid City Class of 2009 with a desire to provide a legacy project that makes our community better tomorrow than it is today.
For more information: www.dayofexcellence.com
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444 N Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD, United States, South Dakota 57701

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