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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

Michael Blackstone

Co-Founder

Thompson & Blackstone, Inc

David Hoffeld

David Hoffeld

CEO & Chief Sales Trainer

Hoffeld Group

Beckie Manley

Beckie Manley

Founder and CEO

Fierce Strategy + Creative

Jim Schneider

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

$225

Per Individual
Early Bird Pricing
Through January 15

$175

MBU Alumni Association
Platinum Member

FREE

Fifth Team Member