Lead with confidence. Inspire with impact.
Inspiring and effective leaders aren’t born—they’re developed through learning, reflection, and experience. Whether you’re already managing a team or aspiring to step into leadership in the future, the Golden Key Leadership & Management Summit will help you strengthen the skills, mindset, and confidence to lead with purpose.
Over the course of a week of live online webinars, you’ll learn from experienced leaders and management experts as they share real-world insights, proven strategies, and practical tools to help you grow as a leader—no matter your field or stage of career.
All sessions take place online, so you can join from anywhere in the world. Once you’ve purchased your ticket, you’ll gain exclusive on-demand access to all session recordings, allowing you to revisit each talk whenever you like.
When your ticket purchase is complete, links to the individual webinars will appear below—simply click to register for the sessions you wish to attend.
Note: Access to events is available only to those who have purchased summit tickets through the GKA shop. Registration lists will be cross-referenced with purchase records, so please use the same email and details for both your ticket purchase and webinar registrations.
If you are a Golden Key Access Plus member, you get free access to all of the sessions in this summit! Click on any of the sessions in the schedule below to sign up for individual sessions. Not an Access Plus member but still want to join us for the summit?
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Find out more about each of the sessions and the speakers below.
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 | Melissa Leitzell CEO Golden Key International Honour Society | Opening address (Recording) |
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 | Coreetha Entzminger is a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology and a therapist at a private practice in California. She has presented at several workshops through a non-profit organization called Togetherwell. Coreetha holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in psychology. | Establishing Consistent Self-Confidence as a Leader – Great leaders aren’t just skilled — they’re confident in who they are and how they lead. But confidence isn’t something you either have or don’t; it’s something you build, nurture, and sustain over time. In this empowering session, you’ll explore what true self-confidence looks like in leadership — and what happens when it wavers. You’ll learn practical strategies to strengthen your confidence, overcome self-doubt, and stay grounded even when challenges arise. Whether you’re a new leader, aspiring to lead, or looking to bring renewed confidence to your current role, this webinar will give you tools to show up with authenticity, assurance, and consistency every single time. |
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 | Dr. Shenell Tolson is a scientist, author, and public health educator dedicated to promoting equity and representation in STEM. She is the founder of Kindred Consulting, Kindred Ink Publishing, and creator of the Noa the Little Scientist series, which centers diverse characters and culturally relevant STEM content. With advanced degrees in Biology, Science Education, and Public Health, she designs educator resources, workshops, and community programs to empower underrepresented communities. Dr. Tolson’s work demonstrates how inclusive leadership in STEM and public health drives trust, innovation, and sustainable impact. | Inclusive Leadership in STEM and Public Health: Building Pathways for Equity and Innovation – This session explores the principles of inclusive leadership through the lens of STEM education and public health. Attendees will learn how to create environments that amplify underrepresented voices, build trust, and foster equity-driven innovation. Designed for leaders, educators, and professionals across industries, the session provides actionable strategies to integrate inclusivity into organizational practices, education, and community outreach. Participants will leave with practical tools to lead with representation, accessibility, advocacy, and trust — creating stronger, more resilient organizations and communities. |
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 | Christel Cherryadi is a multi-award-winning socio-tech entrepreneur, creative technologist, and research-based digital innovation strategist. She is the founder of Creart Digital Media, a purpose-led creative technology studio specialising in AI-XR innovation, immersive storytelling, and digital wellbeing. She is known for her flagship digital innovation for preventive youth mental health, Mirror XR, is Australia’s first AI-hosted XR storyliving experience. Grounded in research, this future-proof, socially impactful solution is pioneering change at a grassroot level across South Australia, in collaboration with schools, universities, local governments, and industry partners. With over 14 years of cross-disciplinary experience, Christel leads inclusive, innovation-driven teams that unite artists, engineers, researchers, and strategists across neurodiverse and intercultural backgrounds. Her leadership blends creative, technical, and academic worlds, fostering collaboration where different minds and methods converge to co-create transformative digital experiences. She believes inclusive leadership is not just about welcoming everyone at the table, but about empowering every voice to shape the future together. | Inclusive Leadership: Building Diverse Teams that Drive Innovation – Not every team is an A team, but every A team is intentionally built. In this session, Christel Cherryadi explores how trust, shared vision, and strength-based collaboration create healthy innovation teams that are not just high-performing, but deeply human. True inclusivity in leadership goes beyond representation. It’s about multidisciplinary collaboration, intercultural understanding, and neurodiversity inclusion. Drawing from her experience uniting artists, engineers, researchers, and strategists, who often think and communicate in fundamentally different ways, she shares how contrasting differences can become a team’s unique core strengths. This is a call to rethink how we build innovation teams — not merely about who’s included, but why and how we work to create solutions that are truly human-centred by design. | ||||
 | Jasper Jacobs is a coach and therapist-in-training who specializes in anger management as the foundation of emotional intelligence. He leads A New Outlook Coaching & Mental Health, where he equips individuals with practical tools to transform emotional reactions into intentional leadership. With experience as a state trainer in communication, conflict resolution, and resilience, Jasper brings both professional insight and relatable life experience. His passion is helping students and emerging leaders build the emotional skills needed to thrive in leadership, academics, and community life. | From Reaction to Response: Mastering Anger for Smarter Leadership – Emotional intelligence begins with mastering our most powerful emotion—anger. In this session, you’ll learn how to recognize your triggers, slow down your reactions, and respond with clarity instead of regret. We’ll walk through practical tools to shift from reactive leadership to calm, intentional influence. |
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 | Shannin Jones is the founder of ProEdge Learning Solutions (Pty) Ltd, a business focused on training and development, and the founder and executive director of Sharing Stories by Shanz, a Social Responsiveness Initiative. Passionate about leadership from a young age, she has held several leadership positions in community, academic, and organizational settings, which shaped her commitment to people development. Her academic research is grounded in Leadership, especially women in leadership. As part of her work at ProEdge Learning Solutions (Pty) Ltd., she created a Leadership & People Management Learning Toolkit, where she equips leaders with practical skills such as emotional intelligence, communication, and conflict management. Her work reflects her deep belief that effective leadership is about growth, empowerment, and creating space for others to thrive. | Mastering Emotional Intelligence – This session explores the power of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and why it is a critical leadership skill that matters more than IQ in driving team performance. Attendees will learn about the five pillars of EQ and how they influence trust-building, communication, and effective people management. Designed for emerging and established leaders, managers, and students aspiring to leadership roles, this session equips participants with practical strategies to regulate emotions, demonstrate empathy, and strengthen relationships in the workplace. By the end, attendees will walk away with actionable insights and self-reflection tools to enhance their leadership impact. |
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 | Kevin L. Wright, Ed.D., is an experienced educator, consultant, and facilitator specializing in leadership development, diversity, equity, and inclusion. He has over a decade of experience working in higher education, organizational leadership, and equity-focused training. Kevin has designed and led workshops that equip leaders with the tools to inspire teams, build inclusive environments, and navigate complex organizational challenges. His scholarship and practice bridge theory with practical application, making him a sought-after voice in leadership and equity spaces. His work reflects a commitment to helping leaders grow with clarity, compassion, and purpose. | From Rules to Relationships: Leading with Purpose and Clarity – This session explores how transformational leaders can inspire trust and accountability by distinguishing between boundaries, standards, expectations, and rules. Attendees will learn how these concepts shape team culture, influence decision-making, and create conditions for sustainable success. The session is designed for leaders, managers, educators, and professionals seeking to refine their leadership practices. Participants will leave with practical strategies to apply these distinctions in their own contexts to foster stronger relationships and more equitable outcomes. |
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 | Dr. Nadine Spring is a public health professor, clinical research professional, and founder of SpringWell360, where she develops programs to advance diversity and leadership in healthcare and research. With over a decade of experience in clinical trials, health equity, and higher education, she has mentored students and professionals at various stages of their careers. Nadine’s work focuses on creating pathways for underrepresented groups in public health and empowering professionals to lead with purpose. Her own journey as an educator, consultant, and advocate deeply connects her to the topic of purpose-driven leadership. | Purpose-Driven Leadership – This webinar on Purpose-Driven Leadership explores how to lead with intention, authenticity, and impact in today’s complex work environments. Designed for emerging and experienced leaders alike, the session will benefit students, professionals, and organizational leaders who want to align their values with their leadership approach. Attendees will walk away with practical strategies to clarify their purpose, inspire others, and create meaningful change within their teams and communities. |
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 | Dr. Miranda R. Weaver, DrPH, MPH, is a public health and business process executive with extensive experience advancing equity across military, public health, and corporate sectors. She has served as a U.S. Army Program Manager, a state and local public health director, and now leads business process development at Maximus (Veterans Evaluation Services). As an adjunct professor, she mentors and equips future leaders with strategies to promote inclusive leadership and equity. Her career demonstrates how equity-driven leadership builds stronger, more innovative organizations. | Leading with Purpose Across Sectors: Lessons in Service, Equity, and Transformation – This session explores how leaders can stay anchored in purpose while navigating diverse environments such as the military, public health, academia, and corporate transformation. Attendees will gain practical strategies for aligning their leadership with values, inspiring teams, and building resilience during times of uncertainty and change. The session is ideal for current and aspiring leaders seeking to strengthen impact and sustainability in their work. Participants will leave with a framework to apply purpose-driven leadership in their own professional contexts. |
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 | Dr. Kimberly Hardy is an Adjunct professor of Industrial Psychology at Pepperdine University, small business owner, and marketing professional. Dr. Hardy received her Doctorate in Executive Leadership from the University of Charleston. She has worked in private, public, and non profit sectors in various leadership roles and continues to contribute to the field of leadership as a practitioner and published researcher. This paper was published in lieu of her research in ethical decision making and leadership development. | Analyzing Leadership Decisions: Stan O’Neal And Merrill Lynch – This session draws from the publication Analyzing Leadership Decisions: Stan O’Neal and Merrill Lynch, exploring the ethical dilemmas and decision-making challenges that defined one of the most turbulent periods in modern financial history — the 2008 global crisis. Through the lens of Stan O’Neal’s leadership at Merrill Lynch, we’ll unpack the strategic and ethical choices behind the firm’s deep involvement with synthetic CDOs, the cultural mindset of market self-correction, and the impact of deregulation-era thinking on corporate risk management. By connecting past decisions to today’s business environment, this discussion invites reflection on what ethical leadership and corporate accountability mean in times of uncertainty — and what lessons modern leaders can draw to navigate future crises more responsibly. |
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 | Matthew Byrne a University of Technology Sydney and Harvard graduate and works with the Australian Graduate School of Management as adjunct faculty and Program Director of the iconic General Manager’s program. Matthew specialises in aligning personal strategies with corporate aspirations, equipping executives to envision and seize value through innovative leadership. He empowers leaders to navigate economic challenges proactively, optimising financial and human capital for enhanced organisational success. Matthew has been collaborating with Denis Jenkins for over 15 years in corporate education and helping dysfunctional corporations engage their people to better build corporate trust and move managers from process-thinking to strategic-thinking. | Mobalising others into action in complex environments – In times of uncertainty, an new kind of effective leadership is essential to inspire teams toward a common purpose. However, uncertainty often leads to defensiveness and risk aversion within teams. This workshop will explore trust strategies to align individual purposes with your aspirations, fostering a sense of shared aspiration. Participants will gain practical tools and insights to strengthen their leadership capabilities and effectively mobilize others, even in challenging environments. Join us to enhance your leadership skills and drive meaningful progress within your team. |
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 | Liezl Byliefeldt is a qualified life and business coach, training and workshop facilitator and public speaker. She holds a PhD in Positive Psychology with her research focussing on resilience, leadership and workplace harmony. Over her 30-year career, she held various senior roles in corporate and NGO organisations as well as private practice. She is a published author on resilience and positive parenting. | Building resilience in organisations – Resilience is more than just a buzzword — it’s the foundation of thriving individuals and successful organisations. Rooted in the science of Positive Psychology, resilience shapes how we respond to challenges, adapt to change, and grow stronger in the face of adversity. In this session, you’ll discover what resilience really means, how it develops (and fades), and what leaders can do to strengthen it across their teams and workplaces. Blending research insights with real-world strategies, this practical session will help you harness resilience as a true organisational superpower — one that drives performance, wellbeing, and long-term success. |
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 | Jaime Waterfield is a former technology solutions executive with over 20 years of experience leading high-performing technology solutions and sales teams. As the founder of Aspire Consulting, she now dedicates her career to coaching professionals and organizations to unlock their full potential through sustainable, people-centered leadership. Jaime’s approach is rooted in the principles of feminine leadership—authenticity, emotional intelligence, and collaboration—which she has successfully applied to drive transformation and growth in complex corporate environments. Her work empowers leaders to navigate change with clarity and confidence while fostering cultures of trust and inclusion. | Feminine Leadership: Embracing a New Way of Leading – This webinar explores the evolving landscape of leadership through the lens of feminine intelligence—highlighting the power of empathy, collaboration, and authenticity in driving organizational success. Designed for professionals, managers, and emerging leaders seeking to expand their leadership toolkit, the session offers practical insights into how feminine leadership traits can enhance team performance and workplace culture. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to lead with emotional intelligence, build trust-based influence, and navigate change with confidence. Whether you’re in the boardroom or building your career, this session invites you to embrace a more inclusive and impactful way of leading. |
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 | Kate Lalak is a speaker, facilitator, and founder of The Engine Room, with over 24 years of experience in corporate leadership, sales, and business coaching. She has negotiated multi-million-dollar deals and delivered hundreds of workshops to organisations ranging from global leaders like Microsoft to boutique businesses. Kate specialises in giving people easy, practical steps they can apply to any negotiation while shifting the mindsets and behaviours that drive real results. Her engaging, real-world approach empowers professionals at every career stage to communicate with confidence and get more of what they want. | Future-Ready Leadership: How to Influence, Adapt, and Deliver in Changing Times – Leadership today looks nothing like it did five years ago — the old rules don’t work anymore. In this session, Kate Lalak will share practical strategies every aspiring, new, and current manager needs to stay relevant and effective in today’s fast-changing workplace. You’ll learn how to build influence and win buy-in across all levels, lead hybrid and global teams without micromanaging, reset unhelpful habits that erode trust, and make confident decisions under pressure. Attendees will walk away with fresh insights, simple tools, and mindset shifts to thrive as leaders in any environment. |
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 | Tara Morgan is a Senior Director of Program Operations at Mental Health America of the MidSouth, where she leads multiple statewide initiatives focused on mental health education, caregiver support, and suicide prevention. With over 15 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, she has built a reputation for cultivating strong teams, forging powerful partnerships, and driving lasting community impact. As the founder of Top Tier Leadership, Tara empowers leaders to thrive by addressing burnout, retention, and workplace culture. Her presentation, “When You’re the First, the Only, or the Youngest: Navigating Power in Rooms Not Built for You,” is deeply connected to her own journey as a young Black woman leading in spaces where she has often been underestimated. She brings both lived experience and professional expertise to help others navigate power with confidence and authenticity. | When You’re the First, the Only, or the Youngest: Navigating Power in Rooms Not Built for You – This is a bold, interactive session designed for leaders who have found themselves breaking barriers and carrying the invisible weight that comes with it. Whether you are the first in your family to hold a leadership role, the only person of color at the table, or the youngest voice in the room, this session unpacks the real dynamics of power, presence, and pressure in spaces not originally made for you. Participants will discover practical tools to navigate tone policing, code-switching fatigue, imposter syndrome, and the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways power shows up. Attendees will leave with real scripts, new language, and confidence to claim their seat, without shrinking. This session is equal parts real talk, reflection, and empowerment, perfect for anyone ready to lead with authenticity, reshape the room, and mentor the next leader who looks like them. |
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 | Gordan Dzadzic is a strategic coach who helps principled professionals handle pressure, politics, people issues, and career blocks without losing their edge — or themselves. With 15+ years of leadership, consulting, and board experience, he blends practical strategy with psychological insight to help people sharpen judgment, build influence, and create lasting impact. | Managing Vulnerability Strategically – “Be authentic. Open up. Show your weakness.” It sounds empowering — and sometimes it is. But in high-stakes environments like leadership, deadlines, and relationships, unguarded vulnerability can backfire. The truth is, being open isn’t always safe or smart — it’s a skill that needs strategy. In this session, you’ll learn how to use vulnerability as a tool, not a trap. We’ll explore when authenticity builds trust — and when it hands others a weapon. You’ll discover practical frameworks for navigating pressure, deciding what (and if) to share, and identifying who’s earned access to your inner circle. From five essential rules for the workplace to the surprising reason why deadlines don’t kill — panic does — this is a tactical, psychology-informed guide to leading yourself wisely in a world that doesn’t always play fair. |
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 | Dr. Calynn Lawrence is the Founder of The Holistic Healing Source for Marginalized Society and a 23x award-winning media personality & humanitarian. She is a passionate mental and spiritual wellness expert with an affinity for the people of under-served communities. Her two highest degrees are a Doctorate in Pastoral/Faith-Based Counseling and a Master of Science in Management & Leadership. Her doctoral research project was “The Wonders of Using Trauma Informed, Spirit Led Programming in Rehabilitating The Incarcerated and Reducing Recividism” exploring how an integrative approach to psycho-social services for felons could increase successful reentry to society. Her work is globally accredited by The International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine Accreditation Board. She is also multi board certified as a trauma specialist and a registered professional member of The American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress. | Be The Change: How Leaders from Marginalized Populations Can Drive Progress In Their Field – This engaging session would cover the fundamentals of how leaders from marginalized populations can create space and opportunity for their organizations and/or industries to advance in their inclusivity. It will touch on practical tips to leverage your power and influence at varying career levels to contribute to a more equitable and diverse workforce. Listeners will be empowered with tangible resources and actionable takeaways to make a difference for themselves and others coming behind them. |
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 | Kristy Busija, ACC, BCC, is CEO of Next Conversation Consulting, an award-winning leadership development and consulting firm. Known for helping leaders make sense of complexity and move forward with confidence, Kristy has 20+ years of experience guiding organizations through change, culture transformation, and inclusive leadership initiatives. She is a Brandon Hall Gold Award recipient for Leadership Development, a Forbes contributor, and a recognized voice on building innovative, human-centered workplaces. | From Talk to Traction: Making Team Culture Work – “Culture eats strategy for breakfast”—but only if leaders know how to build it. Team culture isn’t about slogans on the wall;it’s about daily behaviors, accountability, and trust that drive performance. In this session, we’ll cut through the buzzwords and show how to intentionally design and sustain team cultures that deliver. Through practical tools, research-backed frameworks, and client success stories, you’ll learn how to measure culture, shift behaviors, and create high-performing teams ready for today’s challenges. |
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If you are a Golden Key Access Plus member, you get free access to all of the sessions in this summit! Click on any of the sessions in the schedule below to sign up for individual sessions. Not an Access Plus member but still want to join us for the summit?
Click here to buy a ticket nowGKIHS and GKA members get an automatic 50% discount on summit tickets, so make sure you're logged in.