Principled Business Executive Summit in Atlanta
The Liberty Ventures Executive Summit is a curated, in-person gathering for senior leaders running established, growing companies who are focused on scale, leadership, and long-term value creation.
This summit is designed for executives who are past survival mode and thinking seriously about:
Building durable company structures
Leading high-performance teams
Scaling responsibly from $10M to $100M and beyond
Using their leadership to be strong examples of capitalism in practice
The goal are to host practical, peer-level conversation among operators who are actively making decisions that shape businesses, communities, and markets.
Who Should Join
CEOs, founders, and senior executives of established companies
Leaders responsible for strategy, operations, culture, and growth
Executives interested in principled capitalism, leadership development, and peer learning
Attendance is curated to ensure high-quality, peer-driven discussions.
Speakers
Michelle Bernier — Chief of Staff, Liberty Ventures
Danielle Laughlin — Founding Attorney, SAGE Business Counsel
Fred Le Franc — CEO, Results Thru Strategy
John Coleman — Co-CEO & Managing Partner, Sovereigns Capital
Brandon Hatton — President & CIO, Conscious Wealth
David Simnick — Founder & CEO, Soapbox
Curtis Hite — CEO, Improving
Shawn Surani — Founder, Ember Capital Group
Eric Taussig — CEO, Prialto
Alexander McCobin — Founder & CEO, Liberty Ventures
Michael Dorf — Founder, Chairman & CEO, City Winery
Sponsors
The CPA Dude — Full-service tax and accounting solutions to maximize your savings and build wealth.
Prialto — A 5X Inc 5000 firm, provides managed virtual assistant services that help executives and teams offload admin work like calendar, inbox, travel, CRM, and workflow support. Unlike a typical freelancer model, Prialto backs each assistant with training, management, backup support, and enterprise-grade security.
SAGE Business Counsel — Strategic legal counsel that transforms complexity into opportunity for business leaders.
Schedule Overview
Thursday, April 23
VIP Welcome Reception (VIP ticket holders only)
6:00–8:00 PM
City Winery Atlanta
Ponce City Market
650 North Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
An informal evening to connect with fellow executives, speakers, and Liberty Ventures leadership.
Friday, April 24
Executive Summit Program
10:00 AM–6:00 PM
SAGE Business Counsel
11695 Johns Creek Pkwy, Suite 130
Johns Creek, GA 30097
Agenda
10:00 AM — Doors Open
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Michelle Bernier
11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
Ethics Over Ego
Danielle Laughlin
11:15 AM – 11:30 AM
Fear & Integrity in Times of Change
Fred Le Franc
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM
Decisions as a Leader
Michelle Bernier
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Break
12:00 PM – 12:35 PM
Leadership & Ego Workshop
Fred Le Franc + Coaches
12:35 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch
2:00 PM – 2:40 PM
AI, Productivity & Competitive Advantage
Eric Taussig in conversation with Michelle Bernier
2:40 PM – 3:10 PM
AI Productivity Workshop
Fred Le Franc + Coaches
3:10 PM – 3:20 PM
Break
3:20 PM – 4:00 PM
Practical Lessons on Scaling to $100M
David Simnick, Curtis Hite & Shawn Surani in conversation with Michelle Bernier
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Scaling Execution Workshop
Fred Le Franc + Coaches
4:30 PM – 4:40 PM
Break
4:40 PM – 5:20 PM
Scaling with Principles: People, Profit & Purpose
John Coleman, Brandon Hatton & Eldar Souliaev in conversation with Michelle Bernier
5:20 PM – 5:50 PM
Capitalism in Practice Workshop
Michelle Bernier
5:50 PM – 6:00 PM
Building Enduring Companies in Times of Change
Michael Dorf in conversation with Michelle Bernier
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Networking Reception
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
VIP Executive Dinner (VIP ticket holders only)
(Location shared upon approval)
Hotels (Recommended)
Since the full-day program and evening dinner are in North Atlanta, we recommend staying near Johns Creek:
FAQs
Is registration approval required?
Yes. All applications are reviewed to ensure a high-quality, peer-driven experience. You will not be charged unless your application is approved.
When will I know if I’m approved?
Our team reviews applications on a rolling basis. You’ll receive an email once your application has been approved.
Will my card be charged when I apply?
No. Your card will only be charged after your application is approved and you confirm your attendance.
Who is this summit designed for?
The summit is designed for senior executives leading established, growing companies who are focused on scale, leadership, and long-term value creation.
What’s included with my ticket?
Access to the full-day Executive Summit on April 24. VIP ticket holders also receive access to the VIP Reception on April 23 and the VIP Dinner on April 24.
Can I attend only the reception or dinner?
The VIP Reception and VIP Dinner are reserved for VIP ticket holders only.
Where are the events located?
April 23 VIP Reception: City Winery Atlanta, Ponce City Market
April 24 Summit & VIP Dinner: Johns Creek, North Atlanta area
What is the dress code?
Business casual for the summit. Smart casual for the evening events.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations are non-refundable due to venue, catering, and programming commitments.
If you’re unable to attend, you may request to transfer your ticket to another qualified executive, subject to approval by the Liberty Ventures team.
All cancellation and transfer requests must be sent to [email protected].
What does the VIP ticket include?
VIP tickets include:
Access to the VIP Welcome Reception on April 23
Full access to the Executive Summit on April 24
Invitation to the VIP Dinner on April 24
Priority access to speakers and curated networking opportunities
Can I upgrade to a VIP ticket after being approved?
Yes, upgrades may be available depending on capacity. Please contact [email protected] to request an upgrade.
Who can I contact with questions?
Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions.