Leading 2 WinLeading 2 Win 2026
The 4th Annual Summit lands on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11. Four days to remember the fallen, honor their service, and connect service members, veterans, military families, and civilian allies to build what comes next.
we still show up.
We gather not only to remember the fallen, but to prove what the country they served can still build together.
More than a
conference.
A bridge.
Leading2Win unites service members, veterans, civilians, employers and supporters to educate, break down barriers, build lasting bonds, and activate real-world solutions — unleashing the full strength of our shared potential, with impact that lasts far beyond the event.
Generations in one room
Military service, veteran leadership, and civilian innovation — the way it looks when the people who care most are finally together.
Defense innovation, up close
Cutting-edge demos and hands-on displays connecting the community with today’s military. No PowerPoints, just whiteboards.
The whole family, welcome
Service members, veterans, spouses and supporters — plus year-round connection through our Monthly Mentorship Meetups (#MCM3).
Real Talk.
Real People.
Honest conversations between leaders who’ve served and led — how you lead, how you transition, and how you win.
The Four Days
Remembrance, connection, and building — anchored across Central Texas.
Gold Star Families Reception
An evening reception honoring the families of the fallen, opening the summit.
Gold StarMain Conference
Resource & Job Fair 10 AM; conference 12–6 PM. Keynotes, workshops, showcase & recruiting zones on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Game-Day Tailgate
Tailgate and activations with ROTC & student veterans; volunteering and events to be announced.
9/11 Heroes Run
Close the weekend on the move — the Travis Manion Foundation 9/11 Heroes Run.
Speaker Lineup
Keynotes and panelists across every branch and sector.
Volunteer & Partner Events
Community activations across the four days — ways to serve and connect.
The Day Plan
Doors at 0800, fair floor from 1000, main programme from noon — two workshop blocks, mentor matching, and a closing keynote that rolls straight into happy hour.
- 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.Volunteer Check-In & Staging
- 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.Registration & Information
- 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Booth Registration & Set-UpExhibitors only
- 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.Career & Resource FairOmni lobby — exhibitor info
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120012:00 PM
Opening Fireside Chat & Lunch
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM -
13001:00 PM
Post-Fireside Q&A & Networking
1:00 PM to 1:45 PMWith the speakers, off-stage.
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13151:15 PM
Session 1
1:15 PM to 2:00 PM · concurrent — pick one- 1AExploring Funding for Your Business
- 1CVeteran & Military Spouse Entrepreneurship
- 1DTips & Tricks for SkillBridge
- 1ENavigating Disabilities in Your Next Chapter
- 1FHiring Veterans & Military Spouses
- 1GCivic Participation — Continue Your Service!
- 1HMilitary Spouse Support
- 1IPTS Resilience & Mental Health
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14152:15 PM
Mentor Matching Exercise
2:15 PM to 3:15 PM · runs alongside Session 2Session 2
2:15 PM to 3:15 PM · concurrent — pick one- 2AEconomic Development: Small Business & Startups
- 2BImproving the Transition Experience
- 2CCareers in Space & Defense Innovation
- 2DReal Estate: Buying, Selling & Investing for Financial Freedom
- 2EProblem & Solution Workshop for Nonprofits
- 2FExceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)
- 2GStorytelling Session with Authors
- 2HOutdoor Programs for Healing, Health & Wellness
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15303:30 PM
Closing Keynote & Upstairs Happy Hour
3:30 PM to 6:00 PMClosing Keynote Watch Party & Career & Resource Fair Happy Hour
3:30 PM to 6:00 PM · open to all attendees
Agenda subject to change. Sponsors help co-create this programming and send the subject-matter experts and speakers who lead these conversations — become a sponsor.
Choose a sponsorship level below to pay securely by card — or email us to be invoiced.
Sponsorship
Support the military-veteran community while reaching thousands of engaged leaders.
Our 2026 Sponsors
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Lunch Sponsor Jeanette Spain, REALTOR® | 21-Year Air Force Veteran -
Career & Resource Fair Sponsor PCSI — All Abilities, One Mission
- Two (2) VIP tickets
- Optional table at the career & resource fair
- Your SME in multiple sessions
- Website recognition: bio, headshot, LinkedIn & logo
- 2 VIP + 2 GA tickets
- Optional resource-fair table
- Co-create & exclusively sponsor a workshop
- Weekly L2W newsletter highlight
- All Camo benefits
- 4 VIP + 2 GA tickets
- Optional resource-fair table
- Host continental breakfast (10–11 AM) or the afternoon coffee break
- Co-create & exclusively sponsor a workshop
- All Bronze benefits
- 6 VIP + 4 GA tickets
- Host lunch or happy hour — stage time and/or recorded video + branded swag
- Co-create two (2) workshops
- Speak at a #MCM3 (recorded for the podcast)
- All Silver benefits
- 6 VIP + 4 GA tickets
- Presenting sponsor of the Voltron Room (meals & convenings) or Captain America Room (keynotes)
- Branding prominent all day
- Two (2) workshops + #MCM3 slot
- All Gold benefits · perks TBD
Career & Resource Fair
Join us on the exhibit floor at the 4th Annual Leading 2 Win Summit. We anticipate hosting close to four hundred Veterans, active duty service members, military spouses and family members, industry leaders, and civilian allies for four days of community and camaraderie.
This year we are also honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of our great nation.
Every fair participant receives a 6 ft table, two chairs, a black tablecloth, and two (2) General Admission tickets including continental breakfast, lunch, and happy hour.
Space is limited and tables go first come, first served. Fill in the form, pay, and your table is confirmed on the spot — there is no waiting on an approval email. We still review the floor afterwards so it serves the people attending: if an organization isn’t the right fit we will say so and refund the fee in full.
| Type of Organization | Early Bird - closes 8/18 | Regular - up until 9/11 |
|---|---|---|
| Nonprofit Organization | $60.00 | $75.00 |
| For-Profit Company | $125.00 | $150.00 |
Your rate is the tier in effect when you check out.
Already a Camo sponsorship or above? Your table is included — fill in the form below and select your sponsorship level. There is nothing to pay; we will match it to your sponsorship and confirm your table by email. Not a sponsor yet? A $500 Camo sponsorship includes this table plus two VIP tickets, an SME speaking slot, and website recognition.
For other sponsorship opportunities, including co-creating a workshop or sending an SME or speaker, contact Joseph Kopser at joseph@leading2win.org.
Patty Morgan & Adam Rosenfield, Co-Chairs, Career & Resource Fair.
Reserve Your Place
Free RSVP for those who serve and their families. Every gift helps us comp a service member’s seat.
Register & Tickets
Sept 10–13Sponsorships & Donations
Tax-deductibleChoose a sponsorship level to pay securely by card, or contact us if you’d rather be invoiced. Every sponsorship helps comp a service member’s seat.
View Sponsorship Levels Contact Us to SponsorGeneral Donation
Want to give a custom amount? Every dollar helps comp a service member’s seat.
Where to stay
A block of discounted rooms is held for summit attendees. Book direct with the hotel — the link below carries the summit group rate.
In 2025, the room was ready
Military leaders, veterans, spouses, civilian employers and advocates — packed into every seat, leaning in. This is what bridging the gap looks like.
Who backed us in 2025
Leading to Win 2025 was made possible by the generous support of these organizations. 2026 partnerships are open now — come join them.