September 3–5 | Napa Valley, CA
An Invitation to Lead at the Highest Level
For leaders committed to the 0.001% mindset—elevating how they think, lead and perform.
WHY FLOURISH
The Leadership Imperative in an Age of Acceleration
How do we ensure human flourishing in an age of acceleration?
We are leading in an era defined by acceleration. Yet while technology advances, human well-being declines.
Artificial intelligence is transforming work. Executive pressure is intensifying. Organizations are navigating complexity at unprecedented scale.
Flourish Summit convenes a select group of senior leaders to explore how science-backed human flourishing becomes a strategic advantage in modern leadership.
LEADERSHIP WITH INTENTION
Every decision should reflect clarity, purpose, and a commitment to sustainable performance
SCIENCE IN ACTION
We translate psychological research into practical frameworks leaders can apply immediately
HUMAN-CENTERED GROWTH
Thriving organizations prioritize both results and the people who make them possible
LEADERSHIP WITH INTENTION
Every decision should reflect clarity, purpose, and a commitment to sustainable performance
SCIENCE IN ACTION
We translate psychological research into practical frameworks leaders can apply immediately
HUMAN-CENTERED GROWTH
Thriving organizations prioritize both results and the people who make them possible
THE APA HAS OVER
130+ Years of Authority
ABOUT APA/APASI
Science Meets Leadership
Flourish is convened by the American Psychological Association Services Inc. (APASI), the applied and innovation arm of the APA.
For more than a century, APA has been the leading authority on human behavior, cognition, and performance. APASI extends this foundation into real-world application, translating scientific insight into measurable outcomes.
Flourish represents a first-of-its-kind intersection of psychological science and executive leadership— built on evidence, and designed for the realities of modern organizations.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Flourish is designed for senior leaders navigating complexity at scale, those responsible for organizational performance, culture, and the people who sustain it. Participation is intentionally limited to ensure alignment and depth of conversation
Leaders From Across Industry
- Technology and AI Native
- Financial Services
- Healthcare and Life Sciences
- Professional Services
- Consumer and Retail at Scale
- Media & Entertainment
- Energy & Infrastructure
- Transportation & Logistics
- Manufactering
Job Titles
- CEO & C-Suite
- President
- Founder / Co-Founder
- Executive Chairman
- Managing Director
- Managing Partner
- Independent Board Director
- Board Chair
- Lead Independent Director
Organization Types
- Fortune 500 Enterprises
- Large Enterprise
- Private Equity Backed Companies at Scale
- Publicly Traded Mid-Market
- Large Professional Services/Consulting Firms
- Healthcare Systems
- Growth and Founder-Led Venture Backed
- Family Owned Enterprise
THE EXPERIENCE
A Curated Experience
Two days of focused work at The Meritage Resorts & Spa, Napa Valley. Developed in collaboration with leaders across psychology, business, and organizational strategy— and grounded in the APA’s century of expertise in human behavior and performance, every session moves beyond theory into leadership application.
Hosted at The Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa Valley, the summit environment is designed to support both executive focus and personal restoration. Accommodation details will be shared upon confirmation of participation.
Day 1 | September 3, 2026
Taste of Napa Welcome Event
Meritage Vineyard Terrace & Wine Cave · Summit opening, introductions, and the vision for what it means to truly flourish as an executive and enterprise.
5:00 – 9:00 PM · Led by APA CEO Dr. Arthur Evans
Day 2 | September 4, 2026
| Time | Activity | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | Morning Activity | Move, Breathe, or Simply Be |
| 8:30 - 9:30 AM | Networking Breakfast | |
| 9:45 - 10:30 AM | Keynote | Building Executive Capacity: The Psychology of Sustained Decision-Making |
| 10:45 - 11:30 AM | Applied Lab | Activating Your PsyCap Operating System |
| 12:00 - 2:00 PM | Chatham House Lunch | Candid Peer Dialogue: The Flourishing Leader in Practice |
| 2:00 - 2:45 PM | Session | The Flourishing Leader Framework |
| 3:00 - 3:45 PM | Crisis Lab | Leading Through AI Disruption |
| 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Dinner | An Evening Among Peers |
| 8:30 - 11:00 PM | Evening | After Party at Crush |
Day 3 | September 5, 2026
Insights become commitments. Each leader leaves with a 12-month cascade plan: a specific, accountable articulation of what changes in how they lead, the environment they create and the organisations they are building.
| Time | Activity | Title |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Breakfast on the Terrace | Breakfast on the Terrace |
| 9:00 - 9:45 AM | Executive Panel | Measuring What Matters: Organizational Flourishing Outcomes |
| 10:00 - 10:30 AM | Summit Synthesis | From Insight to Impact: Leading the Flourishing Organization |
| 10:45 - 11:30 AM | Closing Keynote | The Competitive Imperative of Organizational Flourishing |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Closing Exercise | The Flourish Pledge: Commitments, Community & Send-Off |
Why APASI
Flourish is convened by the American Psychological Association Services Inc. (APASI), the applied and innovation arm of the APA.
For more than a century, APA has been the leading authority on human behavior, cognition, and performance. APASI extends this foundation into real-world application, translating scientific insight into measurable outcomes.
Flourish represents a first-of-its-kind intersection of psychological science and executive leadership— built on evidence, and designed for the realities of modern organizations.
Sponsorship & MEDIA
Partner With Flourish
Flourish offers a limited number of partnership opportunities for organizations aligned with the future of leadership, performance, and human well-being.
Partners are thoughtfully integrated into a highly curated environment— creating space for meaningful engagement with senior decision-makers across industries. This is not a high-volume visibility play, but a strategic opportunity to align your organization with a defining leadership movement.
For partnership inquiries, please contact:
flourish@apa.org.
Media & Press
Flourish represents a new conversation at the intersection of leadership, performance, and human well-being. We welcome inquiries from media organizations interested in the summit, the research behind it, and its broader implications for modern leadership.
For media inquiries, please contact:
flourish@apa.org.
Request an Invitation
Leadership at this level demands intentional development.
If you are ready to commit to the next evolution of your leadership capacity, we look forward to welcoming you.
