Offered On-Campus
Offered Online
SAVE THE DATE: Maranatha Baptist University’s School of Business is excited to host the third annual Leader to Leader Conference on our campus with a focus on coaching and influence, on Thursday-Friday, March 6-7, 2025.
If you lead—or aspire to lead—in business, ministry, the nonprofit sector or education, this conference is for you. Join students and professionals from a variety of vocations for opportunities to connect with others and experience personal growth.
Designed to encourage and challenge rising and current young leaders, this two-day event features keynote speakers, multiple breakout workshops, meals, campus events, and informal networking opportunities. Speakers share career experience, offer practical industry wisdom, and address trends and best practices in leadership.
Topics
Coaching Models
Listening Skills
Goal Setting
Accountability
Team Building
Storytelling
Mindset
Conflict Resolution
Negotiation Skills
Processes
Keynote Speakers
Michael Blackstone
Co-Founder
Thompson & Blackstone, Inc
David Hoffeld
CEO & Chief Sales Trainer
Hoffeld Group
Beckie Manley
Founder and CEO
Fierce Strategy + Creative
Jim Schneider
Executive Director
VCY America
You will have the opportunity to network with fellow MBU alumni and friends, as well as Christian leaders in
the fields of business, ministry, nonprofits, and education. Join us to grow as a leader personally and
professionally — and prepare for the significant work God has in store for you and your organization in 2025.
Conference Hosts
Dr. Tracy Foster
Dean
Mr. Steve Board
Faculty
Dr. Jeff Drost
Faculty
WORKSHOP PRESENTERS
Details coming soon!
Glenn Aldridge
Michael Blackstone
Ian Ferguson
Robert Loggans
Jeff Pill
Alex Rodriguez
Ethan Rosen
Jim Schneider
Todd Valeria
Schedule
1:00 PM | Registration |
2:00 PM | Welcome Assembly & Keynote #1 |
3:15 - 4:15 PM | Workshop A |
4:45 - 5:45 PM | Workshop B |
6:30 PM | Dinner |
7:00 PM | Keynote #2 |
7:30 - 9:00 AM | Breakfast |
8:00 - 9:00 AM | Breakout Sessions |
9:15 AM | Keynote #3 |
10:30 AM | Workshop C |
11:30 AM | Panel Discussion |
12:45 PM | Lunch |
1:30 PM | Keynote #4 |
3:00 PM | Dismissal |
Cost
$225
Per Individual
Early Bird Pricing
Through January 15
$175
MBU Alumni Association
Platinum Member
FREE
Fifth Team Member