Every movement begins with a question.
Ours was simple: What if leadership could look different? What if it wasn’t just about titles or achievements, but about service, vision and the courage to act?
What started as a shared conviction has grown into a global community. We exist to inspire and equip leaders who will make a lasting impact in their workplaces, communities and homes.
From boardrooms to classrooms to kitchen tables, our work reaches across sectors and generations. We believe leadership is influence, and everyone has it.
We're not here to build an audience. We're here to cultivate leaders of integrity and action. Leadership has a higher purpose — we invite you to step into it.
What
drives us
We believe leadership has a higher purpose — to serve and transform the world around us.
That’s why our mission is to inspire and equip people to lead where they are: at work, at home and in their communities.
We envision a world transformed by leaders who serve first, act with integrity and build a better future for all.
We’ve grown from a single vision into a global network. Each milestone reflects people saying yes to leading with purpose, wherever they are.
Igniting leadership where it's needed most
Thanks to generous donors, we’re equipping emerging leaders and underserved communities with world-class leadership development.
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Equip leaders in need
When you give to the Global Leadership Network, you connect leaders in need with the resources and encouragement they need to spark transformation where it's needed most.
Will you lift up the next leader?
Meet our team
Behind every Summit, resource and initiative is a team committed to the same goal: equipping leaders to thrive.
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David Ashcraft
Robert Yi
Arlis Whalum
Chris Ordway
Lori Hermann
Dave Thornton
Join the team
We're building something that matters, and we need people like you. If you're passionate about helping others lead with purpose — and want to be part of a team that values collaboration, purpose and growth — check out our current openings.
Get in touch
Questions about our work? Want to learn more or get involved?
Whether you’re a partner, participant or just exploring, we’d love to connect.
We serve pastors and churches
Base Camp
Base Camp is an event for senior pastors who host the Summit — or are interested in hosting. You'll experience community, messages from world-class speakers and innovative ideas for your church.
Ascent
Ascent is our annual event for churches and organizations who host the Summit. You'll be equipped with everything you need on your ascent to the Summit.
Leadership isn’t one moment. It’s every day.
Invest in your leadership year-round with The Global Leadership Podcast, practical articles, inspiring stories and our digital library of past Summit talks.
Our work is only possible because of the generosity and shared vision of our partners and sponsors.
World Vision is a global Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.
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Thrivent is a Fortune 500 diversified financial services organization that helps Christians build financial clarity and live lives of meaning and generosity.
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Lead boldly.
Wherever you are.
The Global Leadership Summit gathers world-class speakers and leaders from every sector to equip you with practical tools and fresh perspective to lead well — right where you are.
