2026 YL Conference to be Held in Hilton Head!

250+ Construction Professionals. Two Leadership Tracks. One Unforgettable Conference.

Registration opens Thursday, July 30. We can't wait to see you in Hilton Head this November!

Whether you're building leadership skills, preparing for executive responsibilities or investing in the future leaders of your company, the Young Leader Conference delivers practical education opportunities, valuable connections and ideas you can bring back to work immediately.

Who Should Attend

Whether you're attending yourself or sending someone on your team, this conference is designed to help commercial construction professionals build leadership skills, strengthen industry connections and prepare for the next stage of their careers.

Choose Your Experience

Whether you're building your leadership foundation or preparing for executive responsibilities, there's a conference experience designed for you.

Choose from two learning tracks designed to meet you where you are in your leadership journey.

• Young Leaders Track
  Designed for construction professionals age 45 and younger who are building leadership skills, expanding their professional network and preparing for the next step in their careers.
  
  
• NextGen Track
  Created for established industry leaders, typically age 40 and older, who are preparing for executive leadership, broadening their strategic perspective and helping shape the future of their companies and the construction industry.

Hosted at the oceanfront Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island, the conference pairs high-impact leadership education with valuable networking opportunities. Between sessions, attendees can enjoy the beach and explore local breweries, great restaurants and Hilton Head nightlife, all just steps from the resort.

What to Expect

🔹 Featured address: Jes Averhart, CEO Open Roads Strategy: "Repeat or Evolve: The Courage to Reinvent in a Changing World" 
🔹 "The Four Foundations of Purpose"  Workshop led by Daron Earlewine
🔹 Golf Tournament*
🔹 Leadership education tailored to your stage of career
🔹 Casino Night Social
🔹 Over 5 networking opportunities
🔹 And more! 

*Separate registration required.

Featured Address

Repeat or Evolve: The Courage to Reinvent in a Changing World
Jes Averhart, CEO of Open Roads Strategy

A sought-after keynote speaker, leadership development training facilitator and high-energy creator of the Reinvention Road Trip programs, Jes brings over two decades of experience coaching high-performing individuals and teams to lead with confidence and make bold career moves. Jes has worked with powerhouse brands like Google, Amazon, Boston Scientific, Cisco and Palo Alto Networks.

Whether advising execs, speaking on leadership, or helping someone reignite their spark, Jes brings contagious energy and a deep belief in the power of reinvention.

Friday Workshop

The Four Foundations of Purpose
Daron Earlewine: Author, Podcast Hose, Speaker and Coach

Daron Earlewine is a passionate, catalytic, influential, captivating, dreamer. He serves as a speaker, author, podcast host, and entrepreneur whose mission is to awaken people to become who they were born to be. Through his podcast, book, online course, live workshops, and messages Daron is committed to helping people take the necessary steps to live a life of peace, purpose and passion.