Building Stronger Leaders and Organizations: Leadership Monadnock Summit

Investing in people is critical to thriving organizations and communities. That’s the focus of the 2026 Leadership Monadnock Summit Presented by EVERSOURCE, a ticketed full day professional development experience bringing together community leaders on Friday, April 24th at Keene Country Club.

This event is open to everyone and is hosted by Greater Monadnock Collaborative's nine-month community leadership program, Leadership Monadnock. The event will help participants grow leadership capacity, strengthen collaboration, and apply practical tools they can use immediately in their work.

Spend the day with fellow leaders from across the Monadnock Region - connecting, reconnecting, and exploring the ideas and issues shaping our communities. The Summit will include expert presentations, engaging group sessions, and a full day of meaningful networking. Registration also includes two meals, snacks, and a closing cocktail/mocktail hour to continue building relationships.

We are excited to welcome all participants, including Leadership Monadnock Alumni, current participants of the Class of 2026, and anyone that is Leadership Monadnock curious. When professionals learn and grow together, the entire region benefits!

Presenters

• Adar Cohen, internationally known mediator and author
• Adam Wade, 20-time Story Slam winner at The Moth and Keene State College Alum
• Brian Gottlob, Director of NH Employment Security’s Economic and Labor Market Bureau, and Principal of PolEcon Research, a Dover-based economic research company
• Julie Schoelzel President & CEO of the Greater Monadnock Collaborative
• Corinne Benfield, Executive Director of Stay Work Play New Hampshire

Adar Cohen remarked, “I am excited to work with your community!”

"I’m a proud Keene State College alum, and choosing to go there was one of the best decisions I ever made,” wrote Adam Wade. “The college and the people in that community had a profound impact on my life, and I remain deeply grateful for that experience."

Program Details

• Hands-on learning sessions
• Peer networking and collaboration
• Strategies for tough conversations, effective storytelling, and a deepened understanding of regional opportunities and challenges

Event Details

• Date: Friday, April 24th
• Time: 8:30am (check in begins) to 5:30pm (conclusion of closing reception)
• Location: Keene Country Club - 755 W Hill Rd., Keene NH
• Registration: Opens Monday, March 16th
• Audience: Open to All
• Cost: $150 per person
• Tickets: Limited to 100 and expected to SELL OUT

Full Details & Sponsorship Opportunities: greatermonadnock.com/leadership-monadnock-summit

About Greater Monadnock Collaborative's Leadership Monadnock Program

LEADERSHIP MONADNOCK is the signature community leadership program of the Greater Monadnock Collaborative - regional chamber of commerce and your gateway to a deeply engaging experience in the Monadnock Region, ideal for community leaders looking to become more familiar with this remarkable area. Once a month for nine months, from October to June, you’ll explore the fascinating elements that define this region—think of it as a blend of education and fun!

With expert presentations, engaging group discussions, and hands-on activities, you’ll dive into various topics that shape the area’s character. You’ll have the chance to connect with other influential community leaders from business, government, nonprofits, education, and the arts.

For more Information, contact: Michelle DellaVita, Director of Leadership Monadnock for Greater Monadnock Collaborative at michelle@greatermonadnock.com