SHIFT Leadership Event Returns to Waite Park with Focus on Healthy Leadership Momentum

SHIFT 2026 returns May 14 to The Park Event Center in Waite Park, Minnesota, offering a leadership experience designed for application, not just inspiration. Produced by ALIGN Strategy, the regional event draws executives, managers, educators, and emerging leaders looking for clarity, momentum, and tools they can immediately use in their organizations.

SHIFT is a full-day experience emphasizing engagement, reflection, and meaningful connection. Organizers describe it as a space for real conversations and clear next steps, helping leaders move forward with intention.

A major highlight of SHIFT 2026 is the return of bestselling author and keynote speaker Jon Acuff. Acuff will deliver two keynote sessions featuring brand-new content tied to his upcoming book Procrastination Proof. Known for blending humor with practical insight, Acuff focuses on building momentum, following through on goals, and creating habits that last beyond the event.

Supporting the keynotes are focused mini keynotes and workshops designed to help participants identify where they’re stuck and what needs to change in their leadership, teams, or organizations. Past attendees consistently describe SHIFT as practical, energizing, and refreshingly actionable.

SHIFT 2026 begins with a VIP breakfast at 7:15 a.m., followed by the main event at 8:30 a.m. The day concludes at 3:00 p.m. with a closing book signing, before transitioning into SHIFT: Teens Lead, expanding leadership development to the next generation.

As leadership challenges continue to evolve, SHIFT 2026 offers leaders a chance to pause, reset, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

SHIFT 2026 takes place May 14, 2026, at The Park Event Center in Waite Park.
Details and registration are available at shiftleadershipevent.com.