The KyLEAD conference is one of the largest and longest-running events of its kind in the region. We are excited to host yet another virtual conference, accessible from any digital device. In 2023, this premier event attracted just under 1,000 registrants from across the U.S. Attendees will hear from a powerful line-up of speakers addressing various topics centered on leadership, equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion.

The KyLEAD Conference is a professional development opportunity that has attracted management, legal, HR, administrative and other diversity professionals from the public and private sector. As an attendee you will hear from leading experts in the areas of diversity, inclusion and leadership and be provided an opportunity to gain professional development credits.

We are so excited to announce that our 2024 keynote speaker is best-selling author Brian Moran! Brian is the co-author of the New York Times Best Seller “The 12 Week Year,” a program developed to empower individuals and companies to achieve more in 12 weeks than what others accomplish in 12 months. “The 12 Week Year” philosophy and training program has been implemented worldwide within industry-leading companies. Attendees will also hear opening remarks from Governor Andy Beshear and presentations from some spectacular guest speakers, including Karim Ellis, Vivian Blade, Kristin Scroggin and more!

This award recognizes the achievements of Kentuckians who have made significant contributions to promoting equal employment opportunities, pioneered diversity initiatives or have made significant contributions to the advancement of any protected class. The Charles W. Anderson Laureate Award will be presented during the 2024 Governor's Conference on Leadership, Equality, Accessibility and Diversity (LEAD). Since 1989, the Charles W. Anderson Laureate Award has been presented to recipients including, Governor Steven Beshear, Whitney M. Young Jr. and Muhammad Ali.

This award will recognize one current Executive Branch employee who within the past year has made significant contributions towards advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.
The I.M.P.A.C.T. Award exemplifies Innovation, Motivation, Purpose, Accountability, Collaboration and Transformation.