Out in Tech 2026 Leadership Institute

Future-Ready Leadership:

Self. Systems. Community.

As technology and culture evolve faster than ever, leadership demands new capabilities and sharper self-awareness. The 2026 Out in Tech Leadership Institute equips LGBTQ+ professionals and allies to navigate uncertainty with clarity, integrity and courage.
 
Over two and a half immersive days in New York City, participants will connect through inspiring keynotes, dynamic workshops, curated cohort sessions, and intentional community-building. Together, these experiences move from Self to Systems to Community, helping participants strengthen their leadership practice, understand the broader systems they influence, and build meaningful connections with others. Each session offers practical tools to build emotional intelligence, sharpen decision-making, and increase awareness of how one’s choices and behaviors shape relationships for fast-moving, high-ambiguity tech environments.
 
This year’s program expands access and strengthens the leadership pipeline with a NextGen track linking early-career talent into learning spaces with established leaders.
 
Participants leave with a personalized Leadership Plan, a deeper connection to community, and practical skills for navigating change in their lives and careers. At Out in Tech we engineer kindness, knowledge, belonging and joy into everything we do.
 
Together, we’ll explore leadership as an opportunity to bolster connection and resilience.

What You’ll Experience

Interactive workshops led by experienced executive facilitators
Cohort-based small group convos for deep reflection and peer learning
Practical leadership tools that you can action upon your return to work
Meaningful connections with a hand-curated selection of leaders
Access to recordings and resources to boost post-event learning

Whether you manage teams, work as a senior individual contributor, or are stepping into new responsibilities, the Leadership Institute offers a supportive environment to learn, share, and move forward with confidence.