By The Business Times Staff
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The Spark Leadership Summit, a one-day event designed to ignite growth, leadership and innovation for second-stage companies and growing entrepreneurs, will take place Sept. 24 at Colorado Mesa University.
The summit is a program from C-Suite Initiative, which was founded by business coaches Kristin Donahue and Robert Bever in 2023. It brings world-class thought leaders, masterclass facilitators and growth strategists directly to the Western Slope.
Keynote speakers at the event include:
Carolyn Strauss presenting “Spark your Irresistibility: How to Make Them Lean In, Light Up, and Say Yes.”
Susan Frew presenting “Compete on Awesome with AI,” discussing how to implement AI tools in your business.
Carl Lubbe, CEO of the Curiosity Coach, presenting “Curious Conflict,” exploring how to turn conflict into collaboration.
Featured masterclasses include:
“Outgrow: How to Expand Market Share and Outsell Competition,” by sales growth expert Jennifer Lewis.
“Executive Presence,” by Hilary Blair, communication expert and executive coach.
“What Do I Need To Do – Expectation Management,” by Carl Lubbe of the Curiosity Coach.
“How To Sell Your Business,” with a panel of experts.
“From Spreadsheets to Strategy: Turning Data into Decisions,” by Kelly Johnston of JFS LLC.
“Think Wrong to Win More Customers,” by Spencer Ingram of Energize Colorado.
“Right People, Right Jobs,” by David Reeves of Culture Index.
Two from Kristin Donahue, certified EOS implementer: “Get a Grip on Your Business – Secrets to Scaling with EOS” and “Make More Money – Master Data to Improve Cash Flow.”
Two from Robert Bever of RLB Partners: “Autopsy of a Dead Company: Seven Deadly Diseases” and “Customer Experience – Your Competitive Battleground.”
In addition to speaker sessions, Spark Summit offers opportunities for networking, peer-to-peer discussion and actionable workshops, giving leaders practical tools they can immediately apply to strengthen their companies.
“Running a company can be lonely and overwhelming, said Donahue, co-founder of The C-Suite Initiative. “Owners and leaders want to learn new things and connect with people who feel their pain. So, we created an event, Spark Summit, to provide top-tier content and connection for business owners without the cost or time commitment of traveling to a larger metro area.”
For registration and to view the event’s full agenda, go to: thecsi.biz.
Spark Summit 2025 is made possible thanks to community sponsors, including: Hormone Health and Wellness; CommWest; Shelter Insurance – Kerry Phillips and Carrie Konakis; PBG Advisors; MB Insurance; Hourglass Strategy; and Davis Law Group.
About C-Suite Initiative
The C-Suite Initiative was founded in 2023 by seasoned business coaches Kristin Donahue and Robert “Bob” Bever to elevate leadership excellence across Western Colorado.
Designed to empower CEOs and business leaders, The CSI offers programs – including the Spark Summit – that connect local leaders with world-class practitioners.
Through tailored coaching, dynamic events, and a shared vision, The CSI equips business leaders to bridge performance gaps, drive growth and make a positive impact within their organizations and communities.
