As we count down to the inaugural 2026 Mattering Summit taking place May 12–14, we’re excited to introduce a few of the remarkable voices who will be part of this global conversation. Each week leading up to the summit, we’ll highlight a few speakers in this incredible community of experts, advocates, and storytellers who will be leading our sessions so you can learn about their unique perspectives to the practice of human significance.
Each speaker brings research, lived experience, and deep commitment to one essential idea: Helping people feel seen, valued, and connected matters.
Meet a Few of Our Speakers
Author of Permission to Glow and host of the Hell Yeah You Will podcast, Kristoffer is the founder of Epic Leadership, where he coaches Fortune 500 executives and has helped thousands build a daily meditation practice. A member of the Yoga Alliance Board of Directors, he specializes in spiritual leadership and the intersection of mindfulness and high-level training.
A faculty member at NYU and co-founder of The Mattering Movement, Dr. Sarah Bennison is an educator and scholar dedicated to transforming school cultures through service and social impact. With a Ph.D. from NYU and a background in K–12 innovation, she empowers institutions to build environments where every student experiences a genuine sense of belonging and purpose.
A world-leading scholar on the science of giving, Professor Stephen G. Post is the founder of the Institute for Research on Pure Unlimited Love and a best-selling author. His work bridges medicine, ethics, and spirituality to demonstrate how compassion heals both individuals and cultures, offering practical paths to well-being and inner peace.
The wisdom and heart these speakers bring to the stage are exactly what the world needs right now, but the conversation is even more powerful when our community grows. You already know how vital this mission is.
Help us spark a global awakening by inviting others to join you in the virtual front row. Whether it’s a colleague who leads with heart or a friend who could use a reminder of their own worth, please share the Mattering Summit with them today.
To make it a bit easier to spread the word, we’ve put together this promotional toolkit with words and graphics you can use to ensure that every person has the chance to hear these life-changing messages.
Summit Details
- When: May 12-14, 2026
- Where: Online! You can join us from your computer or phone, no matter where you are in the world.
- Cost: 100% Free. This event is our gift to the community.
The 2026 Mattering Summit is hosted collaboratively by You Matter Marathon and The Flourishing Center.
