FRESH INSIGHTS.
REAL CHANGE.
SHIFT isn’t another leadership conference; it’s where ideas accelerate, energy multiplies, and clarity turns into action. You’ll move from inspiration to implementation, surrounded by forward-thinking leaders ready to grow, connect and make real change happen.
We'll see you on May 14, 2026, at the Park Event Center in Waite Park, MN.
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FUEL THE MOMENTUM:
Want to fuel real change in leadership? Partner with us at SHIFT 2026 and align your brand with a high-energy event designed to spark momentum and drive transformation. As a sponsor, you’ll gain powerful visibility, connect with growth-minded leaders, and play a direct role in shaping the future of leadership.
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TEENS LEAD EVENT
Youth don’t just shape our future—they strengthen our community today. That’s why ALIGN is partnering with Celebrate MN to host a leadership experience just for local teens.
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Tickets on sale now!
Tickets are now on sale for SHIFT 2026. This is where clarity turns into confidence and ideas turn into action. Join leaders ready to build real momentum and leave with tools you can use right away.
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Schedule of Events
A ticket includes access to the event and networking opportunities, as well as access to books and tools from Jon Acuff!
7:15 AM
VIP Breakfast Meet & Greet
with Jon Acuff
8:30 AM
Welcome/Event Begins
Including TWO keynotes from Jon Acuff
(morning & afternoon)
3:00 PM
Book Signing & Event Wrap Up
with Jon Acuff
5:30 PM
Welcome/Registration SHIFT: Teens Lead Event with Jon Acuff
5:30 PM
SHIFT: Teens Lead Event with Jon Acuff | Registration & Dinner
6:00 PM
SHIFT: Teens Lead Program Begins
7:00 PM
SHIFT: Teens Lead Event Wrap Up
ABOUT
JON ACUFF
Jon Acuff is a New York Times bestselling author of ten books. His work is both critically acclaimed and adored by readers. As one of INC's Top 100 Leadership Speakers, Acuff has spoken at conferences, colleges and companies worldwide, including FedEx, Nissan and Microsoft.
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Sponsorship
Opportunities
Leadership moves fast. SHIFT helps leaders stay ahead.
As a sponsor, your brand doesn’t just show up; it powers the movement. Gain visibility among growth-minded decision-makers and take part in shaping leadership in Central MN and beyond.
TRANSFORMATION SPONSOR
$30,000
32 Tickets (preferred seating)
4 tables of 8
Logo on
Event Website
24 Tickets SHIFT: Teens Lead Event
3 tables of 8
Social Media
Spotlight
Full Page Ad
32 VIP
Breakfast Tickets
Event Promotional Opportunity
Two (2) Private ALIGN Facilitated
SHIFT Workshops
Logo in Event
Promotion
Private Discussion with Jon Acuff
(up to 32 people)
INFLUENCING SPONSOR
$20,000
24 Tickets (preferred seating)
3 tables of 8
Logo on
Event Website
16 Tickets SHIFT: Teens Lead Event
2 tables of 8
Social Media
Spotlight
Half Page Ad
16 VIP
Breakfast Tickets
Event Promotional Opportunity
Private ALIGN Facilitated
SHIFT Workshop
ACTIVATING SPONSOR
$10,000
16 Tickets (preferred seating)
2 tables of 8
Logo on
Event Website
8 Tickets SHIFT: Teens Lead Event
1 table of 8
Social Media
Spotlight
1/4 Page Ad
8 VIP
Breakfast Tickets
Connecting SPONSOR
$5,000
8 Tickets
1 table of 8
Listed on
Event Website
Social Media
Spotlight
Listed in Program
Mindset SPONSOR
$2,500
4 Tickets
Reserved 1/2 table of 8
Listed on
Event Website
Social Media
Spotlight
Listed in Program
keynoteS at
SHIFT
Surrounding Jon’s keynotes are three focused mini keynotes designed to turn leadership concepts into action. Each session delivers practical takeaways and moments of reflection that help you build momentum, individually and collectively, so you can SHIFT how you lead, strengthen how your team shows up, and move from intention to sustained impact.
Thank you
Sponsors!
Influencing Sponsor | $20,000
Activating Sponsor | $10,000
Connecting Sponsor | $5,000