The job you do is unique. You lead one of the largest churches in the country and deal with challenges few people around you understand.

But you have peers – leaders in the same role as you also navigating challenges that are very big and very complex.

Let’s Get Together!

 

Here is what I can promise if you come to the gathering…

  • This is an Invitation-Only gathering. We are only inviting churches with 10k or more in attendance.

  • This is not a conference. This is a gathering of about 40 leaders – large enough to get a ton of ideas from a variety of leaders, and small enough you'll be able to hear from everyone.

  • No talking heads. No experts in the room. You are the experts.

  • This is not about teaching you something you don't know. This is about finding the wisdom in the room and learning from each other.

  • It is confidential. No recordings. No social media. You can be as open as you want about the challenges you are facing.

  • Intentional margin for community, conversation, and connection with peers -- other leaders in the same seat as you at churches of similar size.

Chicago 2025 Gathering of Large Church Executive Leaders
$2,795.00

Join us in Chicago, September 10-12, 2025 to gather with other executive leaders from churches of 10k+ for mutual learning and connection. Hosted by Tim Stevens and LeadingSmart.

Registration = $2795 (for the first person)
($250 discount for each additional executive leader from the same church — register each person separately and use code “CHICAGO25EXTRA” for each additional registration)

*Pricing includes event, meals, two-nights hotel, and experiences. Travel, transportation, and parking is not included. Event begins at 2pm on Wednesday, and concludes at Noon on Friday.

*Optional Add-Ons Available at Additional Cost (info to be sent after registration): Pickleball Tournament and/or Lessons, Chicago Cubs transportation and tickets, Additional Nights at Hotel, Spouse Dinners. 

*Refund Policy: 80% refund until May 31; No refund after May 31. Registration can be transferred to another individual at any time.