ILS: A PLATFORM FOR EMERGING LEADERS
Too often, wisdom is hoarded. In many industries and leadership circles, there’s an unspoken culture of gatekeeping — where success secrets are guarded like treasure and access to meaningful mentorship is rare. Emerging leaders are left to figure it out on their own, piecing together fragments of advice without the full picture.
Leadership was never meant to be exclusive, but inclusive. Yet some leaders choose the path of fear, viewing success through the lens of scarcity and competition.
What if the next wave of leaders didn’t have to start from scratch?
That’s the heart behind the International Leadership Summit (ILS) — a transformational platform designed to break down the barriers between rising leaders and seasoned pioneers. ILS exists to empower leaders with tools, insights, and real-time wisdom from those who have already navigated the terrain.
Now under the direction of T.D. Jakes Foundation and the sponsorship of Wells Fargo, ILS is more than an event — it’s a movement. It’s a place where leaders from business, ministry, entrepreneurship, technology, and the creative arts gather with one mission: to grow together. The summit bridges the gap between experience and curiosity, calling forth people like you who are ready to lead but need the right environment to be sharpened and stretched.
It’s all about transparency. At ILS, wisdom isn’t kept behind closed doors. You’ll hear real stories — not just highlight reels — from established voices who have built sustainable success across industries. From hard-won lessons in leadership to strategies for innovation, finance, and faith, our resources are designed to equip you with both motivation and strategy.
It’s also about community. Leadership can be lonely, especially when you’re just starting. But ILS connects you with other dreamers, doers, and decision-makers who are just as passionate about purpose as you are. Whether you’re launching a business, pastoring a church, managing a team, or planning your next big move, you’ll find people walking similar paths — ready to collaborate, encourage, and grow.
And finally, it’s the challenge. ILS doesn’t let you stay comfortable. The speakers, conversations, and insights will stretch you. You’ll be called to level up your thinking, refine your character, and face the future with strategy — not just hope. Because real leadership requires real preparation.
So, if you’ve ever felt like the wisdom you need is locked away, let this be your personal invitation to the table. ILS isn’t about creating celebrities. It’s about creating capacity. It’s about raising up leaders who are bold enough to take what they’ve learned and turn it into lasting impact.
Your leadership matters. The world doesn’t need another copy. It needs the authentic, developed, and fully equipped version of you.
Don’t just chase greatness — connect with it.