Leaderfest 2026
About this Event
Leaderfest brings together top voices, big ideas, and fearless innovators, the kind who light a fire under your ambition. Expect breakthrough moments of clarity and inspiration that hit you with that unmistakable “Aha!” spark. And with networking opportunities woven throughout the event, you’ll walk away with connections that elevate your journey and expand your impact!
Speaker Linesup
- an international keynote speaker and change leadership expert who helps organizations build resilient, inclusive, and competitive teams by balancing emotional intelligence (EQ) and cognitive intelligence (IQ). A former energy industry engineer and project manager, she brings over 25 years of leadership experience across Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits, and global organizations, offering practical, real-world strategies for leading change and thriving in uncertainty. Known for her high-energy and engaging presentations, Alana equips audiences with tools to overcome resistance, strengthen collaboration, and lead with empathy through her signature “Leading Change the Ms. Engineer Way®” approach. She is the author of What’s Your Catalyst? The Power of Managed Change and is widely recognized for her ability to translate complex leadership concepts into actionable insights. Alana holds a B.S. in Petroleum Engineering from Texas A&M University along with PMP and EQAC certifications, and she is an active member of PMI, NSA, Toastmasters International, and ATD Houston.
- a workplace performance strategist, keynote speaker, and award-winning entrepreneur who helps organizations build high-performing teams by creating cultures where people feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for. After building and scaling an eight-figure global business in his twenties—working with brands like Peloton, Traeger, and Gravity Blankets—he developed a deep focus on what actually drives team performance: trust, connection, and environment. Today, he teaches leaders his High-Performance Operating System™ and Culture of Care framework, showing how small shifts in leadership can dramatically improve engagement, retention, and results. Drawing on real-world experience and years of studying modern workplaces, Danny delivers engaging, story-driven keynotes that give leaders practical tools they can immediately apply. His mission is simple: help organizations unlock their people’s full potential by building workplaces where they truly want to stay and perform.
- an award-winning keynote speaker, author, and workplace performance strategist who helps organizations create high-performing, highly engaged teams by focusing on employee experience and soft skills. A former Fortune 100 sales and marketing leader and certified Lean Six Sigma practitioner, he brings deep corporate experience alongside his background as a professional dueling pianist who performed on stages across five continents. Gregory is best known for his “Encore Experience” keynote, which uses music, storytelling, and audience interaction to show how organizations can build cultures where people feel energized, connected, and motivated to perform at their best. After overcoming multiple vocal cord surgeries that nearly ended his speaking and singing career, he developed a powerful mission to help organizations rethink engagement through the lens of human experience. Today, he delivers high-energy, interactive programs that inspire leaders to improve communication, boost performance, and create workplaces people genuinely want to be part of.
- an award-winning keynote speaker, leadership expert, and workplace culture strategist who helps organizations create high-impact, high-performance teams through leadership that is rooted in connection, engagement, and impact. With more than 25 years of experience working across corporate, nonprofit, and political sectors, she has led global teams, helped launch a billion-dollar brand in a startup environment, and served in executive roles including Chief Operating Officer, Chief of Staff, and Chief Communications Officer. Jen is known for her high-energy, immersive keynotes that blend storytelling, neuroscience-based insights, music, and audience engagement to help leaders understand how everyday actions shape culture and performance. She has spoken to over a million people worldwide, partnering with major organizations such as Google, NASA, Coca-Cola, Boeing, and Walmart, and has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Speakers to Watch. A bestselling author and certified master trainer, Jen brings both executive-level experience and dynamic stage presence to every event, empowering leaders to inspire action, elevate teams, and create lasting organizational impact.
Leaderfest is brought to you by the Wichita Falls Chamber.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 320.89
