2025 US Summit

Out Leadership’s 2025 U.S. Summit is here– and we’re thrilled to present our biggest Summit yet! 

This year, in honor of our 15th anniversary, we’re bringing our collective energy and spirit to both coasts! 

With topical and thought-provoking gatherings in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York, we’re excited to bring together even more of our vibrant LGBTQ+ senior executives, rising stars, allies, and change makers from more than 150 companies.

And, of course, it wouldn’t be an Out Leadership event without the wonderful entertainment, elevated food and cocktails, and our signature sparkle!

All of this is made possible with the incredible support of our partners and hosts—HSBC, Goodwin, AlixPartners, Ropes & Gray, RBC Capital Markets, TD Securities, Reed Smith and Mizuho.

2025 is also a year of gratitude. We’ll be honoring the companies who’ve stood with us year after year—as we strive to create lasting change together.

Mark your calendar!
We can’t wait to see you!

VIEW THE SUMMIT BROCHURE HERE

Summit Events:

OutLeader Dinner

Tuesday, May 6th,

6:00-9:00 PM

Los Angeles, CA

This intimate gathering, hosted by AlixPartners, is reserved for those at the highest level of corporate influence, advocates, and allies. It’s a rare opportunity to come together in a private setting to discuss the evolving social and political challenges we’re all facing. Enjoy a beautifully curated evening with a thoughtfully prepared meal and exceptional drinks, all in a setting that welcomes real dialogue.

See photos from a previous OutLeader Dinner here!

OutLeader Reception

Thursday, May 8th,

6:00-9:00 PM

San Francisco, CA

Todd Sears, Founder and CEO of Out Leadership, and Goodwin are thrilled to invite you to this year’s VIP Reception in San Francisco, our premier event honoring the remarkable progress of the LGBTQ+ community.

This exclusive evening brings together leaders and allies from across the U.S.

OutWOMEN+ Breakfast

Tuesday, May 13th, 

8:30-10:30 AM

New York, NY

This empowering and supportive gathering, hosted by TD, with an extraordinary lineup of speakers, brings together LGBTQ+ women, nonbinary and ally leaders to share insights on how to champion one another in the workplace.

See photos from last year’s event here!

VIP Reception

Tuesday, May 13th,

6:00-9:00 PM

New York, NY

The Summit VIP Reception is our premier event honoring the remarkable progress of the LGBTQ+ community. It also promises to be a very special night for us as we celebrate our 15th Anniversary in our beautiful office!  

See photos from last year’s event here!

Self-ID Roundtable Dinner 

Wednesday, May 14th,

6:00-9:00 PM

New York, NY

As global conversations around diversity and inclusion evolve, self-identification remains a vital tool for driving progress. In this event, hosted by Reed Smith, we’ll explore what’s working, what’s not, and successful policies to help their businesses thrive.

See photos from last year’s event here!

CDO Dinner

Thursday, May 15th,

6:00-9:00 PM

New York, NY

This is an intimate dinner, hosted by Mizuho, is for Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officers, from member companies, across industries, focusing on strategies to address the rapidly changing DE&I environment in a relaxed, private and convivial setting.

See photos from last year’s event here!

Allyship Breakfast

Wednesday, May 28th,

6:00-9:00 PM

New York, NY

Out Leadership, in partnership with Citi, presents a special Allyship Workshop for senior leaders exploring the increasingly vital role allies play in advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion–and how allies themselves perceive their impact. Building on insights from ALLYUP, Out Leadership’s groundbreaking global report based on the voices of over 5,600 individuals across 11 countries, this interactive session brings the research to life.