2026 Spring Signature Event
Inner Compass: Aligning Values, Vision, and the Long Game
Thursday, March 26, 2026
9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Florida Blue Conference Center
4800 Deerwood Campus Pkwy
Jacksonville, FL 32246
TICKETS
Members Early-Bird $60 | Regular $80
Non-members Early-Bird $80 | Regular $125
**Early-Bird ends on 2/28/2026**
Join a dynamic community of women entrepreneurs and business owners as we come together to reconnect with our inner compass—the values and vision that guide us through every season of business.
This year’s Spring Signature Event invites you to explore mindset through the business life cycle, recognizing that growth is not always linear and leadership evolves with every phase. Whether you’re building, scaling, pivoting, or sustaining, this experience is designed to help you lead with clarity, intention, and resilience.
At its core, Inner Compass is about creating a durable mindset—one that supports businesses of all sizes, stages, and industries through change, growth, and the long game.
- Align Your Values: Reground yourself in what matters most and examine how your personal values influence your decisions, leadership style, and long-term direction.
- Clarify Your Vision: Strengthen your ability to look beyond the day-to-day and stay focused on the bigger picture—even during moments of uncertainty or change.
- Play the Long Game: Learn how to cultivate a mindset that supports sustainable success, thoughtful leadership, and confidence through every chapter of your business journey.
Through meaningful conversations, powerful connections, and moments of reflection, Inner Compass offers the inspiration and perspective needed to move forward with purpose—both in business and in life.
This is your opportunity to pause, realign, and move ahead with intention. Join us for a day designed to help you trust your inner compass and lead for the long game.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
We are honored to welcome Dawn Lockhart, CEO of the Nonprofit Center of Northeast Florida, as our keynote speaker. With decades of experience leading mission-driven organizations and building strategic partnerships across sectors, Dawn brings deep insight into navigating complexity, stepping into influence, and leading with resilience and purpose.
In her keynote, Dawn will share lessons learned from her own journey — including moments of challenge, growth, and hard-earned wisdom — to help you think differently about leadership and the long game of building a business or organization. Whether reflecting on influence, adversity, or the evolution of leadership mindset, her message promises to be both inspiring and practical for entrepreneurs at every stage.
Behind the Business (Panel)
Unfiltered Conversations on Growth, Grit, and What Keeps You Going
This isn't your typical panel. Behind the Business brings together a diverse group of women business owners — across industries, sizes, and stages — for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to build something that lasts. From navigating setbacks and knowing when to pivot, to staying focused on the long game when everything feels uncertain, these women are going to share the real story. Expect candid insights, hard-won wisdom, and the kind of conversation that reminds you why you started — and why you'll keep going.
Dana Stallings - business owner for 30 years
Vicky Zelen - business owner for 23 years
Shana Ryan - business owner for 9 years
Laurie Lee - business owner for 10 years
Sponsorship Opportunities
Reach out to Alia Hughes for individual event sponsorships
at aliahughes@kw.com
Want to participate in the Showcase?
Complete the Vendor Form. You will be contacted by 2/27/2026 for final selection. Reach out to Kelly Feaster with questions or more details at Kelly.Feaster@firstcitizens.com.
What’s Included
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Lunch
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Vendor Showcase Access
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Expert Panel Discussion
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Interactive Workshop
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Keynote Presentation
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Built-in Networking Time
MORE SPEAKERS TO BE ANNOUNCED!!
