LV Ascend & Reflect 2026- Rise higher, pause deeper, return stronger
Schedule
Tue, 06 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 07 Jan, 2026 at 04:30 pm
UTC-08:00Location
Mandalay Bay | Las Vegas, NV
About this Event
Ascend & Reflect LV 2026: Rise Higher. Pause Deeper. Return Stronger.
A NAMWMT Leadership & Wellness Experience (During CES Week – Las Vegas)
Ascend & Reflect LV 2026 LV Ascend & Reflect 2026 is an intimate two-day reset designed for mobile and tech leaders ready to start the year with clarity, connection, and purpose.
This curated experience brings founders, executives, operators, and investors together for intentional, round-table conversations focused on real growth—moving ideas into execution, scaling startups, navigating funding, refining business plans, strengthening marketing strategies, and preparing for investor engagement.
Set in a relaxed, elevated environment, Ascend & Reflect prioritizes meaningful dialogue over crowded rooms, creating space to pause, realign, and build authentic relationships with key players shaping the future of mobile and tech.
What You’ll Experience
- Ideas → execution conversations that drive action
- Startup and scaling strategies from experienced operators
- Funding pathways and investor readiness insights
- Business planning, growth models, and go-to-market strategy
- Direct, candid discussions with founders, executives, and investors
What You’ll Leave With
- Clear next steps for your business or venture
- Strategic relationships that truly matter
- Fresh perspective, renewed energy, and momentum
- A stronger, more intentional network across mobile and tech
Through guided reflection, peer dialogue, and leadership renewal sessions, Ascend & Reflect supports the whole leader—helping participants rise higher in business while pausing deeper within themselves. Designed as part of NAMWMT’s Ascend Series, this experience blends innovation with restoration to fuel sustainable growth.
Who Should Attend
- Minority- and women-led startups in mobile, apps, and emerging tech
- C-suite and senior executives seeking purposeful leadership
- Corporate innovators exploring partnerships and inclusive growth
- VCs and angel investors focused on equity in tech ecosystems
- Professionals across product, engineering, and leadership roles
Why It Matters
Ascend & Reflect LV 2026 is more than a retreat—it’s a reset. During the high-energy week of CES, it creates a rare space for reflection, reconnection, and real conversation. It reminds the industry that growth without grounding isn’t sustainable—and that true elevation begins with restoration.
Start the year grounded. Build with intention. Ascend with purpose.
Day 1: Reflect & Realign
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Arrival & Intentional Breakfast
Info: - Light breakfast and curated introductions
- Set personal and professional intentions for the experience
- Small-group seating to encourage early connection
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Opening Reflection: Starting the Year with Purpose
Info: - Guided reflection and leadership grounding session
- Reset mindset, align goals, and define success for the year ahead
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Roundtable I: Ideas → Execution
Info: - Turning vision into action
- What to prioritize in Q1 and beyond
- Facilitated peer discussion with real-world takeaways
🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Roundtable IV: Marketing, Partnerships & Go-To-Market
Info: - Growth strategies that work now
- Partnerships, distribution, and visibility
- Aligning brand, product, and revenue
🕑: 12:45 PM - 02:00 PM
Curated Networking Lunch
Info: - Intentional seating by focus area (founders, operators, investors)
- Guided conversation prompts to deepen dialogue
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Roundtable II: Startups, Scaling & Business Models
Info: - Early-stage vs. growth-stage realities
- Infrastructure, hiring, and operational readiness
- Lessons learned from founders and executives
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:45 PM
Leadership Renewal Session
Info: - Pause + perspective
- Managing burnout, decision fatigue, and leadership pressure
- Tools for sustainable performance
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:00 PM
Day 1 Closing
Day 2: Ascend & Activate
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Morning Alignment & Breakfast
Info: -Reflection from Day 1
- Clarifying priorities and commitments
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Roundtable III: Funding, Investors & Capital Readiness
Info: - What investors are actually looking for in 2026
- Preparing your business for capital conversations
- Honest dialogue between founders and investors
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Roundtable IV: Marketing, Partnerships & Go-To-Market
Info: - Growth strategies that work now
- Partnerships, distribution, and visibility
- Aligning brand, product, and revenue
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Power Lunch & Peer Connections
Info: - Curated 1:1 and small-group conversations
- Optional facilitated introductions
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:15 AM
From Groundbreakers to Game Changers
Info: - Case studies and shared leadership experiences
- Scaling impact while staying aligned with purpose
- Elevating diverse voices and leadership paths
🕑: 02:15 PM - 03:00 PM
Closing Reflection & Commitments
Info: - What you’re taking forward
- Personal and professional action planning
- Accountability beyond the event
🕑: 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Reception - Skyfall
Info: Please RSVP
Where is it happening?
Mandalay Bay, 3950 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 75.47



















