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In remembrance — 25 years since 9/11
Leading 2 Win4th Annual
Austin, Texas
Presented byUSAA

Leading 2 Win 2026

September 10–13, 2026  ·  Four days across Central Texas

The 4th Annual Summit lands on the 25th Anniversary of 9/11. Four days to remember the fallen, honor their service, and connect service members, veterans, military families, and civilian allies to build what comes next.

Career & Resource Fair Exhibit tables are open to employers, nonprofits and VSOs. Apply →
Free RSVP for currently-serving, military spouses & Gold Star families  /  VIP & general tickets available
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September 11, 2001 — September 11, 2026
Twenty-five years on,
we still show up.

We gather not only to remember the fallen, but to prove what the country they served can still build together.

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Venues Across Austin
The momentum we built in 2025 — and 2026 goes bigger
Fully present. Fully engaged. · L2W 2025
Why 2026 Matters

More than a
conference.
A bridge.

Leading2Win unites service members, veterans, civilians, employers and supporters to educate, break down barriers, build lasting bonds, and activate real-world solutions — unleashing the full strength of our shared potential, with impact that lasts far beyond the event.

Bridge the Gap

Generations in one room

Military service, veteran leadership, and civilian innovation — the way it looks when the people who care most are finally together.

Meet Your Military

Defense innovation, up close

Cutting-edge demos and hands-on displays connecting the community with today’s military. No PowerPoints, just whiteboards.

Community & Family

The whole family, welcome

Service members, veterans, spouses and supporters — plus year-round connection through our Monthly Mentorship Meetups (#MCM3).

The Conversations
No PowerPoints.
Just whiteboards.

Honest conversations between leaders who’ve served and led — how you lead, how you transition, and how you win.

September 10–13, 2026

The Four Days

Remembrance, connection, and building — anchored across Central Texas.

10
Thursday

Gold Star Families Reception

Texas Military Forces Museum · Camp Mabry, Austin

An evening reception honoring the families of the fallen, opening the summit.

Gold Star
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Friday

Main Conference

STATION Austin (Formerly Capital Factory) · 701 Brazos St

Resource & Job Fair 10 AM; conference 12–6 PM. Keynotes, workshops, showcase & recruiting zones on the 25th anniversary of 9/11.

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Saturday

Game-Day Tailgate

Austin · UT vs. Ohio State

Tailgate and activations with ROTC & student veterans; volunteering and events to be announced.

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Sunday

9/11 Heroes Run

Lakeline Park · Cedar Park, TX

Close the weekend on the move — the Travis Manion Foundation 9/11 Heroes Run.

Coming Soon

Speaker Lineup

Keynotes and panelists across every branch and sector.

Coming Soon

Full Agenda

Workshop tracks, showcase hours, and the resource & job fair schedule.

Coming Soon

Volunteer & Partner Events

Community activations across the four days — ways to serve and connect.

Co-Created With Our Sponsors

Sessions & Tracks

Sponsors help co-create content and send SMEs and speakers to lead conversations on topics that could include, but are not limited to:

Leadership DevelopmentCareer TransitionEntrepreneurship & Capital Access Technology & Defense InnovationContracting & ProcurementMilitary Family Support Mental Health & WellnessWorkforce & HiringCommunity & Storytelling

Contracting & Procurement: learn how to work with both city & federal government.

Friday, September 11, 2026

Career & Resource Fair

Join us on the exhibit floor at the 4th Annual Leading 2 Win Summit. We anticipate hosting close to four hundred Veterans, active duty service members, military spouses and family members, industry leaders, and civilian allies for four days of community and camaraderie.

This year we are also honoring the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the founding of our great nation.

Every fair participant receives a 6 ft table, two chairs, a black tablecloth, and two (2) General Admission tickets including continental breakfast, lunch, and happy hour.

Space is limited and tables go first come, first served. Fill in the form, pay, and your table is confirmed on the spot — there is no waiting on an approval email. We still review the floor afterwards so it serves the people attending: if an organization isn’t the right fit we will say so and refund the fee in full.

Type of OrganizationEarly Bird - closes 8/18Regular - up until 9/11
Nonprofit Organization$60.00$75.00
For-Profit Company$125.00$150.00

Your rate is the tier in effect when you check out.

Already a Camo sponsorship or above? Your table is included — fill in the form below and select your sponsorship level. There is nothing to pay; we will match it to your sponsorship and confirm your table by email. Not a sponsor yet? A $500 Camo sponsorship includes this table plus two VIP tickets, an SME speaking slot, and website recognition.

For other sponsorship opportunities, including co-creating a workshop or sending an SME or speaker, contact Joseph Kopser at joseph@leading2win.org.

Patty Morgan & Adam Rosenfield, Co-Chairs, Career & Resource Fair.

Organization
Primary Contact
About Your Organization
Table Logistics

Two General Admission tickets are included.

Sponsorship & Consent
Register & Support

Reserve Your Place

Free RSVP for those who serve and their families. Every gift helps us comp a service member’s seat.

Register & Tickets

Sept 10–13
Step 1 — Choose your ticket
SVC
Currently ServingActive, Guard & Reserve — complimentary
Free
VET
Veteran / DOD CivilianMilitary-connected veterans & DoD civilians — complimentary
Free
SP
Military SpouseComplimentary RSVP
Free
GS
Gold Star FamilySept 10 Reception · Texas Military Forces Museum — complimentary
Free
GA
General AdmissionFull access · Fri Sept 11 Main Conference
$25
VIP
VIP PassFront-row keynotes · sponsor receptions · swag
$75

Sponsorships & Donations

Tax-deductible
Looking Back

In 2025, the room was ready

Military leaders, veterans, spouses, civilian employers and advocates — packed into every seat, leaning in. This is what bridging the gap looks like.

A room that was ready · Main Conference 2025
Opening Ceremony · Gold Star Families
Real talk, real leaders
The Sponsor Expo
The whole community, together
View the Full 2025 Recap
2025 Mission Partners

Who backed us in 2025

Leading to Win 2025 was made possible by the generous support of these organizations. 2026 partnerships are open now — come join them.

IBMJPMorgan ChasePCSIArmy Futures CommandBAE SystemsArmed Forces Mutual Hire Heroes USACombined ArmsPatriots’ Hall of Dripping SpringsAmerican Legion Post 76Travis Manion Foundation Texas Veterans CommissionTexas Veterans Land BoardTVLPTVCOVietnam Veterans of America AUSA — Texas Capital AreaGrayline GroupOn Mission LLCQ-BranchDrew Wynne FoundationBarrel StrengthPCDC
Become a 2026 Partner