A STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE FOR CAMPUS REC DIRECTORS

The Campus Rec Leadership Summit is an invite-only experience designed for campus recreation directors and executive leaders responsible for navigating an increasingly complex campus environment — evolving student expectations, staffing challenges, budget constraints, and the growing role of recreation in student success.

 

This is not a trade show.

 

It’s a peer-driven leadership environment built to help you think strategically, learn from leaders facing similar challenges, and return to campus with ideas you can implement immediately.

YOU’RE LEADING THROUGH MORE COMPLEXITY THAN EVER

Campus recreation leaders today are being asked to do more than ever before:

 

  • Enhancing student engagement in a rapidly changing campus culture
  • Addressing student mental health and well-being through programming
  • Navigating staffing shortages, student employee development and retention
  • Managing facilities and budgets while proving institutional value
  • Aligning recreation with broader university priorities and outcomes

 

Leadership at this level can feel isolating — and the stakes are too high to figure it out alone.

The Campus Rec Leadership Summit exists because great leaders grow faster when they learn from other great leaders.

Everything about this experience is intentional:

  • Invite-only attendance to ensure meaningful peer alignment.
  • Facilitated roundtable discussions with fellow campus leaders.
  • Built-in networking through shared meals and experiences.
  • Strategic partner engagement designed to support — not interrupt — the conversation.

This is a space for honest, high-level leadership dialogue.

The Leadership Summit will be held at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa in Santa Ana Pueblo, New Mexico.

 

MORE ABOUT THE RESORT

This Summit is designed specifically for campus recreation directors and executive directors, i.e. the decision-makers responsible for strategic planning, leadership, staff development, culture and the campus recreation department’s overall impact.

Attendance is intentionally limited to 60 to preserve the quality of discussion and connection.

The cost to attend is $649 and includes all food and beverage during event times, all activities, and inclusion in all roundtables. Hotel rates are $279/night plus taxes. Rates are offered three days pre and post event, pending availability. To attend as a sponsor, contact rico@peakemedia.com for sponsorship pricing.

Interested in Joining Us?

Step 1: Request an Invitation

Share a few details to express your interest. This Summit is designed specifically for campus recreation leaders at colleges and universities.

Step 2: Confirm the Right Fit

A member of our team will personally follow up to ensure the Summit aligns with your role, institution, and current priorities.

Step 3: Join a Trusted Peer Community

If accepted, you’ll receive a formal invitation to join a highly curated group of campus recreation leaders focused on innovation, leadership, and student impact.

Registration Pricing

Best Price
  • Early Bird Special

  • $649/mo
  • February 5 deadline
  • General Admission

  • $849/mo
  • May 7 deadline

The Itinerary

5:30 – 8:30 pm Welcome Reception + Dinner: Meet your fellow peers over drinks and dinner, breaking the ice on the first evening of the Summit.

7:30 – 8:30 am Networking Breakfast 

8:30 – 9:45 am Roundtable 1

9:50 – 10:55 am Demo Time: Learn about sponsors’ products and services

11:10 am – 12:25 pm Roundtable 2

12:25 am – 1:25 pm Networking Lunch

1:25 – 2:30 pmDemo Time: Learn about sponsors’ products and services

3 – 6:30 pm Group Activity

7 – 9 pm Networking Dinner

7:30 – 8:30 am Networking Breakfast 

8:30 – 9:45 am Roundtable 3

9:50 – 10:55 am  Demo Time

11 am12:30 pm  Roundtable 4

12:30 – 1:30 pm  Networking Lunch

1:30 – 2:45 pm   Roundtable 5

3 – 6 pm  One-on-One Networking! Set-up meeting with other attendees or sponsors, and/or enjoy the resort!

7 – 9 pm Dinner Party

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