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About The Event

The Lab Manager Leadership Summit is the premier event for laboratory professionals dedicated to advancing leadership, management, and operational excellence.

Join us April 20-22, 2026, in Phoenix, Arizona, for a reimagined agenda that delivers more value than ever before. This year’s program features a strategic balance of expert-led instructional sessions and expanded opportunities for meaningful peer connection—including smaller group work sessions, workshops, and interactive roundtable discussions focused on solving real-world challenges faced by lab leaders.

This event goes beyond general leadership advice. While the agenda is designed to address the complex challenges faced by senior-level lab managers, directors, and supervisors—such as staff retention, resource prioritization, and applying soft skills in high-stakes decisions—it also offers valuable insights for emerging leaders looking to grow into those roles. Labs of all sizes and specialties will benefit from content tailored to those responsible for driving team performance, operational excellence, and long-term innovation.

The 2026 Summit isn’t just a professional development opportunity. It's a mission-critical event for those serious about elevating their teams and future-proofing their labs. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it.

Plus, we’ll celebrate the winners of the 2026 Leadership Excellence Awards at this standout gathering of lab leaders.