At January 2026's Thrive conference, we explored how to lead with less friction, build high-performing teams and create sustainable growth. From reducing burnout to developing leaders at every level, we examined the real-world strategies that help businesses scale without sacrificing the people and systems behind them.

In this ten-part course, our speakers share the insights and frameworks you need to build a business that scales with intention, develops strong leaders and creates lasting organizational health.

What you'll learn:

How to identify and remove operational dependencies so your business runs without constant oversight - and what needs to be in place at every stage of growth
How to build a people-first culture through intentional hiring, onboarding and leadership development, including the five shifts required to move from surviving to thriving
How to use KPIs, clean data and transparent scorecards to drive accountability, increase profitability and build enterprise value
What private equity firms look for when evaluating a business and how to apply the same principles whether you're planning an exit or building something more sustainable
A wide-angle view of where the industry is headed, including macro headwinds, market dynamics and the strategies leaders should focus on to stay competitive