Celebrating Rising Stars and Luminaries
Thursday, 23 April
5:00 – 6:30 PM PT
Join us for the Celebrating Rising Stars and Luminaries Reception, a special evening within the HBA Global Ascension Leadership Experience in San Diego. This reception celebrates the 2026 class of Rising Stars and Luminaries, alongside Rising Star and Luminary alumni and HBA distinguished honorees, while welcoming attendees to connect, reflect, and mark this meaningful milestone together.
The Celebrating Stars and Luminaries Reception brings leaders at all career stages together to celebrate leadership achievements, exchange perspectives, and build relationships within the HBA community.
Coffee and Connections
Friday, 24 April
9:30 – 11:30 AM
Begin the day with Coffee & Connections, an intentional pre-program experience designed to support learning through dialogue and peer exchange. In a welcoming outdoor setting, attendees will engage in meaningful conversation that builds shared perspective, surfaces insights, and strengthens professional relationships that carry into the day’s programming.
Sip, Savor, and Celebrate
Friday, 24 April
2:00 – 3:30 PM
Raise a glass with fellow attendees to celebrate our honorees' remarkable achievements and build meaningful connections at a lively post-luncheon social.
