- Date
- April 1, 2027Thursday
- Time
- 8:00 am to 4:00 pmRegistration opens at 8:00
- Venue
- Connecticut Convention CenterHartford, CT
- Exclusive early bird
- Nov 1 to Nov 29Members only, $350
The 2027 EANE Leadership Summit is about the people behind the work and the leaders they count on.
This April, leaders from across New England meet in Hartford to work on the human side of leadership with peers who face the same challenges. The Leadership Summit will include keynote speakers, workshops, and paths for every experience level.
speakers
to choose from
sessions
Agenda for April 9
- 8:00–8:45 am
Registration
- 8:45–9:00 am
Welcome address
Allison Ebner, EANE
- 9:00–10:00 amOpening keynote
Radical Candor: Creating a Culture of Feedback
Stephanie Sage
- 10:00–10:15 am
Break
- 10:15–11:30 amWorkshop session 1
Choose one of six
- 11:30 am–12:45 pm
Lunch and networking
- 12:45–2:00 pmLunch keynote
Unlock the Power of Your People: The “Core Four” Stages of Adult Development Theory
Arel Moodie
- 2:00–2:15 pm
Announcements and break
- 2:15–3:30 pmWorkshop session 2
Choose one of six
Keynote speakers
Opening keynote · 9:00 am
Stephanie SageRadical Candor: Creating a Culture of Feedback
The relationships you have with your team are at the center of your success, individually and collectively. At the heart of those relationships is Radical Candor, a simple framework for building a culture of great feedback.
Radical Candor is the ability to give feedback in a way that challenges people directly and shows you care about them personally. It helps you and everyone you work with do the best work of your careers and build stronger working relationships. This keynote introduces concepts, vocabulary and tactics you can put into practice immediately.
Lunch keynote · 12:45 pm
Arel MoodieUnlock the Power of Your People: The “Core Four” Stages of Adult Development Theory
People problems can be the most complex and critical challenges leaders face, and they’re more predictable than they look. All adults pass through sequential stages of development, each with different fears, motivators and goals, and understanding those stages changes how we understand ourselves and each other.
In this interactive, entertaining and highly actionable keynote, former Disney+ expert host, tech founder and Adult Development Theory expert Arel Moodie introduces the overlooked science of human potential to help organizations Build People Power™. You’ll leave knowing how to predict and drive behavior at every stage, with a roadmap for moving people into action and reaching bigger goals together.
Workshops
Pick one workshop in the morning and one in the afternoon. Each one runs 75 minutes.
John GannonEmployment attorney, Skoler Abbott
It’s Cool to Be Compliant in 2026
Straight-talk guidance on the employment law decisions leaders face every day, from hiring and documentation to accommodations and terminations. Learn what to do, what to avoid and how to lead confidently without creating legal exposure.
Sandi MauroEANE
Mission Possible: Elevating Engagement
Learn proven strategies to boost motivation, strengthen morale and create a culture where people feel energized and connected to their work. Walk away with practical ideas you can apply immediately.
Kim MeningerExecutive Career Success
Master the Moment: From Instinctive Reaction to Intentional Leadership
In times of pressure and change, even strong leaders can default to reactive patterns. Learn the LEADS framework and gain practical tools to respond with clarity, steadiness and purpose when it matters most.
Kris SortwellManagement Development International
Turn Your Leaders into Learners
Practical strategies that turn leadership training into real, measurable outcomes. This interactive session focuses on building alignment, accountability and continuous growth across your team.
Adriana VaccaroCulture Redesigned
The Impact Accelerator
An immersive, human-centered session that helps middle managers grow into confident role models. Learn practical strategies to drive performance while building trust, alignment and engagement across your team.
Shannon MumbloShannon Mumblo Consulting
Leading from the Balcony, Not the Dance Floor
Step away from constant firefighting and reclaim your role as a strategic leader. Leave with a personalized Strategic Capacity Map and a practical plan to cut operational noise and focus on what matters.
Kim DunnEANE
First Round Pick: Your Leadership Draft Pick Strategy
Take a proactive, structured approach to succession planning. Like a front office scouting its next starter, learn to identify emerging talent, prepare future leaders and build a strong, sustainable leadership pipeline.
Bring your team
Leadership development is stronger when it’s shared. The Summit brings teams together to build shared language, aligned thinking and leadership momentum that carries back to the workplace. From emerging leaders to experienced managers, every attendee gains practical tools and fresh perspective, and when teams attend together, those insights turn into action faster.
Shaynah Jerman sets up team registrations and the group discount.
[email protected]
Registration
Pricing and hotel
| Per person | Member | Future member |
|---|---|---|
| Exclusive early bird SaveNov 1 to Nov 29, members only | $350 | Members only |
| Early birdNov 30 to Feb 14 | $425 | $450 |
| StandardFeb 15 to Mar 31 | $450 | $495 |
Members: log in at checkout to claim your member price.
Teams of 5 or more save 10%. Contact Shaynah to get the discount.
Not a member? Join EANE to get registration discounts and the rest of the member benefits.
Don’t miss your seat at the table.
Last year’s Summit sold out, and we expect even greater demand this year. Members get exclusive early bird pricing from November 1 to 29.
QuestionsShaynah Jerman · [email protected]
Call EANE877.662.6444