Opening Session: LevelUp

Session Time

08:30
– 09:45

Expo Hall Opens: Registration & VIP Lounge Breakfast is Available

Pick up your badge, grab your program, and step into the Expo Hall to start making connections. Explore aisles of Exhibitors and Resource Partners ready with solutions, demos, and conversations that can move your business forward—this is the best time to introduce yourself, schedule quick follow-ups, and map out the sessions you don’t want to miss. 

VIPs, stop by the VIP Lounge to enjoy a continental breakfast sponsored by Lakeland Electric and settle into a comfortable space for networking before the day ramps up. 

Whether you’re scouting new tools, partners, or ideas, a quick lap through the hall now sets you up for smarter conversations all day.

Kickoff the day with our Expo Master of Ceremonies: Troy C. Smith

Master of Ceremonies Troy C. Smith hits the stage with an energizing segment on leveling up your game, your business, your life, and your future—setting a clear, dynamic tone for everything that will take place throughout the day.

You’ll be officially welcomed by City Manager Shawn Sherrouse and members of the Lakeland City Commission, then you’ll get a rapid orientation to help you make the most of the Expo: where to catch the can’t-miss breakthrough sessions, how to connect with Exhibitors and Resource Partners, how to win amazing prizes, and how to engage with our sponsors throughout the day.

We’ll close the kickoff by setting the stage for the morning’s keynote from Kevin Jack—back for year two to challenge and inspire with this session titled: The 3 Crucial Commitments to Level Up.

From Kevin:
“Most of us think that our capacity is set, fixed, limited. We assume what we’re capable of is an arbitrary limit that we’ve already hit. Capacity is limited by four factors and unlocked by three commitments. Learn the three commitments that helped break the 4 minute barrier that are the reason why most people get stuck on Level 21.”

You won’t want to miss this!
Arrive early and be in your seat—this will be your first LevelUp moment of the day.