2025 Leadership Gathering
Rooted in Service, Rising to Lead
Celebrating service, growing leaders, and strengthening communities across Central Appalachia.
Jointly hosted by the Brushy Fork Leadership Institute and the Berea College Appalachian Fund, the 2025 Leadership Gathering is a regional event devoted to celebrating service-driven leadership, strengthening organizations, and empowering thriving communities across Central Appalachia.
Formerly known as the Leadership Summit, this annual gathering brings together leaders, practitioners, and community builders of all experience levels. Whether you’re an executive leader of a nonprofit or a grassroots volunteer just stepping into leadership, you’ll find opportunities to connect, grow, and lead with purpose.
Rooted in the values of service and collaboration, the Leadership Gathering features energizing sessions, interactive workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities. Together, we’ll foster powerful conversations, discover practical tools, and strengthen the collective impact of leadership in the region.
Come connect. Come learn. Come grow.
We are still hard at work developing this year’s Gathering, so stay tuned for updates—including details on registration, presenters, and session topics. Be sure to follow us on social media and sign up for our mailing list to stay in the loop!
Interested in presenting at the 2025 Leadership Gathering? Click here to learn more. Proposal deadline is June 2, 2025.
Questions? Contact us at brushyfork@berea.edu or 859-985-3858.