THE WORLD’S PREMIER LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Live Simulcast from Willow Creek Community Church, Chicago, IL
AUGUST 7-8, 2025
WATER OF LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH
WOL pricing will be applied at checkout
WHAT IS THE SUMMIT?
The Global Leadership Summit is the premier leadership event of the year, designed to inspire and equip leaders from all walks of life. Broadcast in-person at hundreds of partner host sites around the world, this dynamic two-day experience offers one of the most valuable and accessible leadership development opportunities available today.
Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just beginning to explore your potential, the Summit brings together curious, growth-minded individuals—including those who may not yet recognize the full value of their influence.
WHAT TO EXPECT
2025 SUMMIT SPEAKERS
CRAIG GROESCHEL
FOUNDING & SENIOR PASTOR
Life.Church
BESTSELLING AUTHOR
thasundra brown ducket
PRESIDENT & CEO, TIAA;
FORMER CEO OF CONSUMER BANK & AUTO FINANCE,
JP MORGAN CHASE
NICK SABAN
7-TIME NATIONAL
CHAMPIONSHIP-WINNING
COACH, Hall of Fame Inductee
FORMER HEAD FOOTBALL
COACH AT ALABAMA
CHRISTINE CAINE
COFOUNDER, The A21 Campaign
& Propel Women
BEST SELLING AUTHOR
JON ACUFF
INC TOP 100 LEADERSHIP
SPEAKER
BESTSELLING AUTHOR
TASHA EURICH, PH.D.
Organizational Psychologist Researcher
BESTSELLING AUTHOR
JOHN C. MAXWELL
LEADERSHIP EXPERT
FOUNDER, MAXWELL
LEADERSHIP; BESTSELLING
AUTHOR
WALKER HAYES
GRAMMY-NOMINATED
SINGER & SONGWRITER;
AUTHOR
BRADLEY RAPIER
FOUNDER, Groove Theory
AWARD-WINNING
CHOREOGRAPHER
JULIET FUNT
FOUNDER AND CEO,
Juliet Funt Group
HIGH PERFORMANCE EXPERT
JAMES HEWITT, PH.D.
Human Performance Scientist
AUTHOR
ERICA DHAWAN
Leading Authority on 21st
Century Teamwork,
Collaboration & Innovation
BESTSELLING AUTHOR
GABRIEL SALGUERO
PASTOR, The Gathering Place
PRESIDENT, National Latino
Evangelical Coalition
STEPHANIE CHUNG
FORMER CHIEF GROWTH
OFFICER, Wheels Up
SALES AND LEADERSHIP
EXPERT
DAVID ASHCRAFT, PH.D.
PRESIDENT AND CEO,
Global Leadership Network; AUTHOR
CONFERENCE DETAILS
Join us for this two-day conference where top leaders from both the marketplace and ministry share powerful insights to inspire you, renew your vision, and spark intentional growth. The Global Leadership Summit (GLS) is ideal for individuals and teams looking to sharpen their leadership skills. In 2024, over 300,000 people across 110+ countries participated. This year, the GLS will be broadcast live from South Barrington, IL and streamed to thousands of host sites around the world—including Water of Life Community Church in Fontana, CA.
Thursday, August 7th
10:00am – 4:45pm
Friday, August 8th
10:00am – 4:15pm
PRICING
Special rates are available for students, active nurses, first responders, teachers/faculty and military personnel.
PURCHASE TICKETS
WOL pricing will be applied at checkout
CAFÉ & BOOKSTORE ON CAMPUS
Arrive early and enjoy a hand crafted coffee or beverage and light snacks from our Café.
Browse our Bookstore and discover titles from featured event speakers along with a large selection of Christian books, accessories & gifts.
LUNCH OPTIONS
Craving something tasty? You’ll find plenty of fun, fast, and flavorful lunch spots just minutes away!
As an alternative, you’re welcome to place an online order and get your lunch delivered to enjoy on Campus.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
If you have questions or comments about this event feel free to reach out to us. info@wateroflifecc.org
Leadership with a Return on Investment
*Independent research conducted by Excellence in Giving
82%
OF ATTENDEES
higher job satisfaction
60%
OF ATTENDEES
committed to serving the community
73%
OF ATTENDEES
improved quality of their work
31%
OF ATTENDEES
inspired to share the Gospel
