Leader-First® Leadership Regional Summits

This experience will push you further than any professional development of its type to unlock your prowess, passion, and leadership potential.

ABOUT THE LEADER-FIrst® Leadership EXPERIENCE

In this interactive workshop setting, leaders will join an exclusive group who have pledged to lead people well and look first to themselves in their shared desire to improve organizational culture and increase their organizations’ impact and sustainability.

Leader-First® Leadership is designed for both seasoned and emerging leaders who seek an innovative and effective approach to shaping healthy organizational culture, developing high-performing, resilient teams, and building organizations that not only endure but transcend external disruptions. Whether you are a new leader or have been leading people for years, this experience will push you further than any professional development of its type to unlock your prowess, passion, and leadership potential.

You will gain invaluable insights into proven techniques for building trust, vitality, belonging, and purpose. These culture states create an environment where your team members perform at their highest level while simultaneously deepening their commitment to your organization. If you’re ready to future-proof your organization, Leader-First® Leadership is for you!

REGISTRATION INCLUSIONS

  • A copy of 9 Leader Touchstones signed by the author, Dr. Jes DeShields

  • Leader Touchstones™ Assessment

  • The Fascination Advantage® Assessment

  • Customized 4-Day, Immersive Experience

  • Workshop Materials and Pre-reads

  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Snacks Daily

  • Post-summit Networking, Group Coaching Sessions, and discounted 1:1 Leader Coaching Sessions

  • Engraved Leader-First® Leadership Compass

What People Are Saying ABOUT LEADER-FIrst® LEADERSHIP

“Leader First Leadership isn’t just another leadership program—it forces honest self-reflection, uncovers internal roadblocks and oversights, and builds the authenticity needed for genuine growth. The shared vulnerability and deep awareness experienced alongside fellow leaders is incredibly motivating and uplifting. It feeds my spirit, creates life-changing growth both personally and professionally, and powerfully aligns with and drives my purpose. Jes guides the journey with remarkable engagement, empathy, grit, and her own vulnerability, creating experiences that leave me excited to show up as a better leader for myself and my team every single time - so much so that I keep coming back for more!”

— Jennifer Young, Partner, PhiloWilke Partnership

“Leader-First Leadership opened my eyes to the importance of focusing on my own vitality and how that makes me a better leader and then encouraging those around me to do the same. It also provided me with the insight to lead with courage when faced with difficult team dynamics.”

— Elizabeth Gilbert, Managing Principal, Clark Condon

Jes is one of the best facilitators I've ever worked with. Her knowledge of leadership and our industry is unmatched.

— Paula Bookidis, CEO, Girl Scouts of Central Texas

  • September 21-24, 2026

    Rupert Huse Veteran Center, Greenville, South Carolina