Save the Date for the 2026 Leadership Luncheon!

We are proud to welcome keynote Buddy Teaster, President and CEO of Soles4Souls, a global nonprofit creating opportunity through shoes and clothing. A passionate leader and advocate, Buddy has guided the organization to distribute more than 112 million pairs of shoes and pieces of clothing across 139 countries, supporting communities through both immediate relief and sustainable micro-enterprise programs.

A dynamic thought leader, speaker, and host of the re:Purpose podcast, Buddy has been recognized as a YPO Global Impact Award Finalist and named to Footwear News’ Power List. He is the author of Shoestrings and more recently From Tailspin to Tailwind. His innovative approach has helped transform Soles4Souls into a movement that blends generosity with long-term impact, earning it recognition as one of The Nonprofit Times’ “Best Nonprofits to Work For” five years in a row.

Congratulations to our 2025 award winners:

Joanne Pulles (HCA Healthcare) – 2025 Diane L. Hayes Legacy of Leadership Award recipient

Brittany Irby (Nashville Mayor’s Office) – 2025 Young Leader of the Year

2026 Sponsorship

By partnering with YLC as a sponsor for the 2026 Leadership Luncheon, your company will enjoy unprecedented access to over 300 YLC alumni, corporate partners, and community leaders representing diverse professional backgrounds. Your sponsorship support is critical to the success of this event and will ensure YLC’s ability to accomplish its mission and train the next generation of nonprofit board leaders.