The 2026 coaching effect summit

Driven by data. Powered by people.

May 5-6, 2026 tenaska center | Omaha, NE

Two days of research-backed tools and peer learning with industry experts to develop strategies for creating a successful coaching culture.

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Why attend

How this summit is diferent

Research-backed

Grounded in 500,000+ interactions, you’ll leave with evidence-based tactics proven to drive team performance.

Active learning

Troubleshoot real challenges with elite peers in our proprietary Solution Rooms, boosting learning retention to over 90%.

Experience

True connection happens outside the boardroom. Build genuine relationships with high-performing leaders in a relaxed, energized setting.

Speakers

Meet your experts

Keynotes

Jake Thompson

Chief Encouragement Officer
Compete Every Day

COMPETE EVERY DAY: How to build a culture of purposeful performance

Penny Zenker

World Renowned Speaker & Focus Expert
The Focusologist

THE RESET MINDSET: How to focus on what matters, spark innovation, and lead with confidence

Breakout sessions

Sarah Wirth

President, CoEffex

AVOID THE PETER PRINCIPLE: Developing the right people for leadership

Ed Molitor

Executive Vice President, CoEffex

THE IDEAL TEAMMATE: How leadership shape the way their teams work together

Jan Leach

Senior Leadership Coach

THE GROWTH EDGE: How to Lead Through the Discomfort of AI

Agenda

At a glance timeline

9:00 AM – 9:20 AM CT
Opening Remarks & Welcome

Welcome address and introductions to set the tone for the summit.

9:30 AM – 10:50 AM CT
Set up for Success Cohorts

Leaders will join small cohorts for facilitated community building, setting goals, and learning from each other.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CT
KEYNOTE SPEAKER | Jake Thompson

Attendees will walk away with a high-octane framework to build the intentional habits required for massive, purposeful success.

1:40 PM – 4:30 PM CT
BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Attend three unique sessions to tailor their learning journey to their strengths and opportunities

4:45 PM CT
WRAP–UP DISCUSSION

Reflect on the day's activities and prepare for the following day.

6:00 PM - 9:30 PM CT
Networking NIGHT OUT at let it fly

Bringing high-performing leaders in a relaxed, exclusive setting for meaningful conversations, shared challenges, and lasting collaboration.

9:00 AM – 10:50 AM CT
Solution rooms cohorts

Attendees will confront their biggest coaching challenges
with the support of their cohorts.

11:00 AM – 12:30 AM CT
Keynote speaker | Penny Zenker

Leaders will gain tools that help them focus on what matters, spark innovation, and lead with confidence in changing
environments.

1:40 PM - 2:30 PM CT
Peer expert round tables

Back by popular demand! In fast-paced rounds, leaders will rotate between tables focused on specific topics.

2:45 PM – 3:15 PM CT
Action plans & closing

Focus on developing actionable plans to translate insights into meaningful steps.

3:30 PM CT
WRAP–UP DISCUSSION

Reflect on the summit and our two days together.

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Testimonials

“The Coaching Effect Summit didn’t waste our time with theory—we walked away with real tools, ready to roll. It’s one thing to talk about culture and leadership; it’s another to get your hands on frameworks that actually drive performance. My leaders came back sharper, more confident, and focused on what matters most: coaching people to lead, not just manage. That’s how you build teams that win—and keep winning.”
ROB BOWMANPresident R+L TRUCKLOAD/R+L GLOBAL
• “The Coaching Effect Summit was my favorite conference of 2025 because it didn’t just inspire me - it equipped me. I walked away with practical tools I used all year and a renewed energy for the work I do every day.”
Monika TurekCPA, JD, L & D Senior Manager HOGANTAYLOR LLP
• “Since 2012, we’ve been attending the Coaching Effect Summits. Our leaders who embraced the coaching principles measurably outperformed their competitors and their peers year after year.“
KENNY SMOAKChief Revenue Officer
“The Coaching Effect Summit has always been a great chance for me and my leaders to hit pause, step back, and really focus on our growth—making sure we’re bringing out the best in ourselves and teams.”
WAYNE SILVERMANChief Revenue Officer THE CHANNEL COMPANY

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Pricing and registration

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Early bird
(Ends 3/15)

$1,099

Code: CES26EB

General admission

$1,299

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WHAT’S INCLUDED: Enjoy full access to keynote sessions, workshops, breakfast, and lunch daily, along with a networking dinner and drinks, plus opportunities to connect with peers and leaders throughout the event.

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Get to know the area

Venue | Tenaska Center

Tenaska center

Say farewell to dull ballrooms and fluorescent lights! The Tenaska Center is a lively, creative hub with floor-to-ceiling windows and engaging spaces, ideal for rethinking your leadership strategies.

Jan Leach

In this breakout participants will learn:
  • Reframe Resistance: Navigate teams from fear to innovation using the Growth Rings model.
  • Master Prompting: Apply a Framework to turn generic AI interactions into high-value strategic dialogues.
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Penny Zenker

In this session, leaders will learn how to:

  • Shift their mindset under pressure to focus on what truly matters amid constant disruption and competing priorities
  • Create space for innovation by moving beyond traditional productivity models and changing how they think and respond
  • Apply practical tools and exercises that build clarity, confidence, and adaptability in fast-changing environments
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Jake Thompson

In this session, attendees will learn how to:

  • Reframe discomfort as a competitive advantage to break complacency and raise daily performance standards
  • Build intentional habits that drive consistent, purposeful execution—individually and across teams
  • Create a culture of accountability and encouragement where competing every day becomes the expectation, not the exception
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Ed Molitor

In this breakout, participants will learn:

  • The behaviors teams value most and why collaboration rises above everything else
  • How leaders shape teammate behavior, intentionally or not
  • How to build trust, collaboration, and accountability into team meetings
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Sarah Wirth

In this breakout, participants will learn:

  • Which aspects of leadership roles may energize or drain people
  • Ways to support your team members in aligning their goals with leadership opportunities
  • Creating growth opportunities for team members not currently suited for leadership roles
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