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The fifth edition of the Pursuit of Excellence Summit, held February 12 - 15, 2026 in Los Angeles, California during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.

BY THE NUMBERS

1

Powerful

Experience

9

Curated Panels & Activations

250

Attendees & Change-Makers

3

Connection & Opportunity Feb 12, 13 & 15

2026 ANNOUNCED PRESENTERS

Deandra Duggans

Chief Marketing Officer

WNBA Las Vegas Aces

Spencer Jones

Professional Athlete

Denver Nuggets. NBA

Samyr Laine

Founder & Managing Partner

Freedom Trail Capital

2012 Olympic Triple Jumper (Haiti)

Maxwell Pearce

Harlem Globetrotter

Mixed Media Artist

Andre Ingram

Andre Ingram embodies perseverance at the highest level. After spending more than a decade grinding in the NBA G League, Andre earned his place with the Los Angeles Lakers, turning years of discipline, belief, and resilience into two NBA seasons that inspired fans around the world.

Beyond the court, he served as President of the NBA G League Players Association, advocating for players and leadership off the floor.

His story is a powerful reminder that persistence, preparation, and purpose create opportunity.

Andre will join us at the Pursuit of Excellence Summit to share his journey as a professional athlete, his approach to financial discipline on the “Pay Yourself First” panel (Friday, Feb 13), and his expanding work in storytelling and film, including his involvement in the upcoming indie feature 7 Spurs at our Executive Brunch (Sunday, Feb 15).

Dr. William A. Keyes IV

Founder, The Institute For Responsible Citizenship

Author, The Stories They Hear

LIVE AT THE SUMMIT

Dr. William Keyes
Author of The Stories They Hear

A featured talk and book experience on leadership, resilience, and purpose.

Book Summary

The Stories They Hear offers readers an intimate glimpse into the Institute’s life-changing experiences.

Each chapter is filled with personal stories and valuable lessons shared by Dr. Keyes with his scholars over two decades. Key insights include identifying one’s gifts, using influence responsibly, and practicing resilience in the face of adversity.

These stories, once shared in a Washington DC conference room, now invite readers to be inspired by the guidance that has shaped these young men into leaders and role models.

The Stories They Hear is an inspiring guide for mentors, educators, and anyone invested in helping young people unlock their potential to create a legacy that empowers future generations.