march 2nd to 7th, 2026
A free 6-day event for visionaries who want to blend their hard-earned experience with their passions to create something fulfilling
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Discover Fulfilling New Paths at the Second Act Business Summit
If youâre feeling restless, stuck, or simply ready for a change after years of hard work, youâre not alone. The Second Act Business Summit is here for adults 50+ who want more than just âretirementââyou want to use your experience and passions to build something new, something meaningful.
Imagine connecting with people whoâve been in your shoes and found exciting ways to start fresh. At this summit, youâll meet experts whoâve launched businesses and nonprofits later in life, coaches who help people reinvent themselves, and professionals who know what it takes to turn ideas into reality.
You want a second act that brings you joy, satisfaction, and profits--or maybe all three and more!Â
Maybe youâre:
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Wondering how to transfer your passions and skills to a thriving encore careerÂ
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Itching to get out and do something meaningful
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Not sure what your options are or where to turn
Maybe youâre recently retired, thinking about a side hustle, or just want to make an impact in a whole new way
Youâll hear from people whoâve done it! Entrepreneurs who started fresh in their fifties and sixties, nonprofit leaders making a difference, coaches who specialize in second (or third!) acts, financial pros, and marketing mavens.
Theyâll be sharing stories, tips, and real-world advice to help you get started and keep going.
Clear, practical steps for turning your ideas into action are waiting for you inside.
Meet the Speakers
Here are just a few of the THRIVING professionals youâll learn from at the second act business summit
john
tarnoff
Executive & Career Transition Coach
How Experienced Professionals Land Job Offers Despite a Broken Hiring System
toni
harris taylor
Franchise Consultant/Broker
From Employee to Entrepreneurship It's Not Too Late!
TIM
PEAKMAN
Online Business
Coach
AI Search: The New Way To Rank Top of Google
Shannon
Russell
Business
Coach
How to Use Your Past to Build Your Second Act Business
Theodora
Chatzipavlidis
CEO & Co-Founder, Velout
Why We Travel â And How to Get More Out of Every Journey
Maryann
Rivera-Dannert
Founder & CEO: The Liberated Woman's Movement
From Security to Sovereignty: Reclaiming Your Power in Your Second Act
Jacob
Clendenning
Founder & Host of Total Disruption and Founder & CEO of CT Impact
The KLT Formula: Building Unshakeable Authority in Competitive Markets
Krystal
Vernee
Business Consultant & Systems Architect
AI-Enabled CEO: How Leaders Use Systems to Scale Smarter, Not Harder
Liora
Sponko
Empowerment Coach and Speaker
Design the Life You Love
Lynne
Roe
President
Three Leadership Roles of an Entrepreneur
Bob
Dietrich
Entrepreneur
Why People Are Building Their Online Business Backwards
Amy
Vogel
Author & Women's Book Coach
Using A Book as Your Brand Asset
Doug
Dickson
Co-Founder and Secretary, The Encore Network
Introducing the Encore Solopreneur Hub
Jan
Ditchfield
Small Business Strategist & Marketing Coach
The 3 Foundations Behind Stable, Scalable Online Income
Kris
Gragson
CEO of GK Media Inc
Local SEO in the AI Era: Optimizing for Traditional Search and AI Overviews
Gini
Trask
Entrepreneur, Speaker & Founder of Aligned Speaker Academy
How to Get Leads for a Lifetime by Getting on Podcasts
Erin
Eleu
Creator of AGEnts of Movement Podcast & Active Aging Advocate
Lead the Way: Why You Are the Best Leader for Your Community's Health
Estyn
Elan
Award-Winning Style & Image Consultant
Professional Presence
Maranda
Wood
Business Strategist
From Owner-Operated to Exit-Ready
Dan
Lipton
President and CEO, Beach Cities Media, LLC
Seize the Day! Turning Your Interests into a Career You Love
JILL
HOLLY
America's White Label Expert
Making Money with White Label
STAR
BOBATOON
Public Speaking and Presentation Coach
From Muted to Meaningful: Owning Your Voice in Your Second Act
KINA
MORGAN
Certified Public Accountants and Partners at Your Balanced Partners LLC
Are You Organized for Business?
KIMBERLY
JOHNSON
Certified Public Accountants and Partners at Your Balanced Partners LLC
Are You Organized for Business?
VAL
VICK
Luxury Retreat Architect
Your Most Profitable Audience Is 50+: How to Attract Clients with Real Spending Power
Christine Campbell Rapin
Global Business Growth Expert
From Crickets to Clients in the Next 90 Days
Alison Arnoff
Executive Coach
Competent to Confused: Common Mistakes Smart People Make in Entrepreneurship
Viveka von Rosen
Founder
Second Act, Stronger Presence: Making LinkedIn Work Again
MarieYolaine Toms
Financial Dignity Coach
4 Key$ to Master Your Money So Your Second Act Rocks!
Rev. Jocelyn Jones
Women's Business Coach
Answering the Encore Call: A Faith-Led Strategy for Building Your Second Act Business
YES! I want to learn from this incredible lineup of experts and start My Second Act!
Youâll walk away with real strategies for finding your direction, building a business or project you love, and navigating all the practical (and emotional) steps along the way
Meet the Host
Leslie a.m. smitH, mccormick l.a. public relations
Your host, Leslie A.M. Smith, knows a thing or two about new beginnings. As the founder of McCormick L.A. Public Relations, sheâs helped clients in over 30 industries and loves working with start-ups. Leslieâs straightforward, no-fluff approach (her guidebook, Laws of Promotion, is a must-read!) is all about helping you turn inspiration into action. She believes your next chapter can be your most rewardingâand sheâs here to help you make that happen.
Ready to see whatâs possible? Join us and start building your Second Act - on your own terms.
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What to expect at The Second Act Business Summit
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when
The Summit will run from March 2nd-7th with a variety of presentations to choose from each day.
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WHERE
This event is entirely virtual and pre-recorded, so youâll be able to attend from anywhere in the world (with internet access)Â
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PRESENTATIONS
Presentations will be available for a limited time to encourage you to stop waiting for the right time and take action alongside your fellow summit attendees. Need replays? Get every session replay here to watch at your own pace.
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COMMUNITY
Youâll also have access to a private community for the summit where weâll be connecting before the summit starts and working together to learn amazing, new skills that weâll use to do something awesome in our lives.
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FREE GIFTS
As an attendee youâll have access to targeted business tools and resources carefully created or selected by our experts to jumpstart your next big chapter.Â
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ALL-ACCESS PASS
After registering, you can upgrade to the All-Access Pass to get lifetime access to the presentations, full worksheets and transcripts for each presentation, bonuses from the host, speakers & more.
A Summit just for your Second Act
Finally, a summit just for you where all you have to do is show up to the presentations at your convenience (pajamas highly encouraged) and have fun!
Ready to see what your next chapter could look like? Letâs build your best act yetâtogether.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If youâre ready for your next act, itâs time to...
â  Shift your experience into a launchpad for something new
â Â Get the nuts and bolts: legal, financial, and marketing basics for your next venture
â Building a brand and message that feels true to you!
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