Be Part of History! Kingsville's First-Ever Live2Lead Leadership Growth Experience Where Local Leaders Rise Together!
Live2Lead 2025 – A Premier Leadership & Growth Experience in Kingsville, Texas
Friday, October 17, 2025
9:00 AM CDT to 4:00 PM CDT
Kleberg County Economic Development and Emergency Operations Center
501 East Escondido (JK Norway Expo) Kingsville, TX 78363
Learn from John Maxwell and World-Class Leaders to Elevate Your Impact
Meet This Year's Speakers
Live2Lead puts you in the same room as some of today’s highest-caliber business leaders.
Every session offers practical tools to help leaders grow and thrive in today’s ever-changing landscape.
John C. Maxwell
Virtual Speaker
The #1 Leadership Expert and Best Selling Author
John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, speaker, coach, and leadership expert whose work has transformed millions. He has sold over 34 million books, published in more than 50 languages, and authored over 70 titles, including The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership and The 5 Levels of Leadership. His books are regarded as essential resources for personal growth and leadership development.
Jesse Cole
Virtual Speaker
Owner of the Savannah Bananas, Creator of Banana Ball
Jesse Cole, also known as “the guy in the yellow tuxedo,” is the founder of Fans First Entertainment and the owner of the world-famous Savannah Bananas, as well as the Party Animals, Firefighters, and Texas Tailgaters. With the mantra “Fans First. Entertain Always,” the Bananas are on a mission to Make Baseball Fun by creating the Greatest Show in Sports.
Tiffani Bova
Virtual Speaker
A Top 50 Business Thinker in the World
Tiffani Bova is a two-time Wall Street Journal bestselling author and one of today’s most sought-after thought leaders on business growth, innovation, and customer experience. She has spent over two decades guiding Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups through the complex challenges of driving top-line results while keeping customers and employees at the center.
Anthony Trucks
Virtual Speaker
Former NFL Player, American Ninja Warrior, Identity Shift Coach
Anthony Trucks is a former foster child, NFL football player, competitor on American Ninja Warrior, author, and Identity Shift Coach. From foster care to the NFL and successful business ownership, Anthony has accomplished what statistics would say is impossible.
Mark Cole
Virtual Speaker
CEO of Maxwell Leadership Enterprises
Mark Cole serves as the CEO of Maxwell Leadership enterprises and has more than 25 years of leadership and team development experience, which uniquely qualifies him to have an integral role and be the champion of the John C. Maxwell legacy.
Valorie Burton
Virtual Speaker
Life Strategist, International Speaker, and CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute
Valorie Burton, a life strategist and international speaker, is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute. Her life-changing message has an intriguing, research-based emphasis in the pioneering field of applied positive psychology – the study of what happens when things go right with us.
Craig Groeschel
Virtual Speaker
Founder of Life.Church, Bestselling Author, and Leadership Podcast Host
Craig Groeschel is the founding and senior pastor of Life Church, an innovative multi-site church and creators of the free YouVersion Family of Bible Apps. He’s a New York Times bestselling author and has written 20 books, including his most recent, The Benefit of Doubt: How Confronting Your Deepest Questions Can Lead to a Richer Faith (February 2025).
Local Speaker
In-Person Speaker
This could be you!
Conference Sponsors
Venue Sponsor
The Kleberg County Economic Development and Emergency Operations Center is the 2025 Live2Lead Kingsville venue sponsor, welcoming you to one of the newest event facilies in the city.
Sponsor
The Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas is a non-profit statewide organization established in 1986. HWNT promotes the advancement of women in public, corporate, and civic life through education and personal and professional development. HWNT and our 10 chapters unite to celebrate the positive image and values of our Hispanic heritage and empower women across the great State of Texas.
Sponsor
The Kingsville Chamber of Commerce has but one goal – to help each of our members succeed. Investing in your success means investing in the growth and economic development of Kingsville, making it an even better place to live and work.
Sponsor
Douglass Youth Center is a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization that focuses on civic and educational activities. We are dedicated to providing a safe and drug free environment for educational services to students as well as adults.
The purpose of the Douglass Youth Center is to have an after school program that will promote education and positive enrichment activities for the student in order to develop their full potential and thus improving their quality of life in their community.
Virtual Content Creator
Everyone Can Learn to Lead Well. And No One Should Do It Alone. Whether your goal is to better yourself or make waves that change the world, there are many ways to feel the call to lead. We are here to help you answer it, and we know without a doubt you can get there.
Sponsor
Committed to delivering the best quality service to our customers. They clean DRIVEWAYS, SIDEWALKS, PARKING LOTS, FENCING,SIDINGS, PATIOS, GUTTERS, ROOFS, VEHICLES & MORE
Venue Sponsor
The Kleberg County Economic Development and Emergency Operations Center is the 2025 Live2Lead Kingsville venue sponsor, welcoming you to one of the newest event facilies in the city.
Sponsor
Committed to delivering the best quality service to our customers. They clean DRIVEWAYS, SIDEWALKS, PARKING LOTS, FENCING,SIDINGS, PATIOS, GUTTERS, ROOFS, VEHICLES & MORE
Sponsor
The Kingsville Chamber of Commerce has but one goal – to help each of our members succeed. Investing in your success means investing in the growth and economic development of Kingsville, making it an even better place to live and work.
Lead with Confidence and Clarity
Live2Lead offers more than just a speaker line-up. This event puts you in the right room with the right people. It’s the leadership conference you can truly make the most of.
Low Investment, Big Impact
Our exclusive event is accessible to all business leaders and professionals. The one-day format also minimizes your time away from work.
Real-World Community
Network with like-minded business leaders and professionals. Live2Lead provides an empowering atmosphere to all who are willing to grow.
John Maxwell's Legacy
Live2Lead is shaped by decades of credibility in corporate leadership, adding to the value each ticket gives you and your team.
World-Class Content
Our lineup of elite speakers will deliver insights you can immediately turn into content for your team or conversations to have with clients.
Conference Host
Dr. Lucy A. Villarreal
Leadership Coach, Trainer, & Speaker
Dr. Lucy A. Villarreal is a John Maxwell Certified Leadership Coach, Trainer, and Speaker, as well as the Founder & CEO of Collective Learning Consulting and VReal Coaching. With 30 years of experience in education and leadership development, she is committed to helping individuals and teams strengthen their leadership skills in schools and communities.
Dr. Villarreal specializes in empowering people and organizations to reach their full potential. She uses expert coaching and proven, research-based strategies to drive meaningful change. Holding a Doctorate in Leadership and multiple professional certifications, she is dedicated to developing leaders at every level.
She has worked with a diverse range of clients, including school districts, global brands like Celanese and Chick-fil-A, the TAMUK College of Engineering, and various local businesses and professionals. Her unique blend of practical leadership experience and a passion for transformation has consistently helped clients inspire growth, strengthen leadership, and create lasting impact. Whether working in a classroom, boardroom, or community setting, Dr. Villarreal provides leaders with the tools, mindset, and vision needed to excel and lead with confidence.
Frequent Asked Questions
WHY SHOULD I SPONSOR LIVE2LEAD?
✔ Be a founder partner of Kingsville's 1st Live2Lead
✔ Make a lasting impact on local leadership
✔ Network with other top leaders and influencers
✔ Connect with motivated, growth-minded attendees
✔ Show that you are interested in our community growth
✔ Be part of something bigger than you
ARE LARGE TEAMS WELCOME?
Yes! The Live2Lead event is perfect for a team retreat. See the sponsorship section to see how you can save money for your large group.
HOW WILL I BENEFIT FROM ATTENDING LIVE2LEAD?
Attending this event will provide you with a number of key benefits. You will:
✔ Gain powerful, fresh insights from world-renowned leaders, including John Maxwell, Jesse Cole, Tiffani Bova, and Anthony Trucks.
✔ Learn practical strategies to lead yourself and others more effectively.
✔ Have the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and grow your leadership circle through transformative networking.
✔ Develop a new vision for your personal and professional growth.
WHAT IF I LOSE MY CONFIRMATION FOR THE IN-PERSON EVENT?
We will have a list of names associated with purchased tickets at the venue. You will also have a name badge upon arrival.
WHAT’S YOUR RETURN POLICY?
All ticket sales are final. There are no returns or refunds.
