The Forge Leadership Summit is a five-day intensive experience filled with dynamic trainings, professional development, and renowned speakers. Accepted students represent talented conservative students and young professionals, ages 18-25, from across America wanting to engage in politics, culture, and business. In 2023, we have two opportunities to get involved: Nashville, TN (June 12-16) and Columbus, OH (July 24-28). Ready to start your journey?
Read more about our 2022 Summit featured speakers (stay tuned for 2023 speakers!)

Joseph Backholm is Senior Fellow for Biblical Worldview and Strategic Engagement at Family Research Council.
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2230

Andrew Doran is a senior research fellow with the Philos Project. He previously served on the policy planning staff…
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2230

Patrina Mosley, M.A.,is founder and principal at PPM Consulting, LLC, where she helps organizations, campaigns, and…
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2230

Heather Pfitzenmaier serves as Senior Talent Program Advisor at the State Policy Network. She is the recipient of…
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2230

Jim Olson served for over thirty years as the Directorate of Operations of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), mostly…
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2230

Vivek Ramaswamy is an entrepreneur who has founded multiple successful enterprises. He is also the author of…
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2230
Take a look what alumni have to say:
Becca Delahunt, '20 Forge Summit
Acting Director of Public Policy, Minnesota Family Council
- July 24-29, 2022
- Columbus, OH
The Forge Leadership Summit is a remarkable launching pad for the next generation of principled statesmen, community leaders, and faithful Christians in the public square. By participating in the Summit’s engaging activities, you’ll be equipped with everything you need to succeed as an emerging conservative leader. And you’ll form a lasting cohort of newfound friends in the process.
Nate Mundy, ’18 Forge Summit
West Carrollton (Dayton, OH) School Board
"When I ran for West Carrollton school board in 2019, I was fresh off my experience at the Forge Leadership Summit. Although I lost that election, Forge taught me to be persistent. I returned to the race in 2021 to lead a powerful campaign that knocked on over 2,000 doors and connected with the community through social media and in-person events. Success is not just about winning, it’s about learning. I saw the larger vision to learn from my mistakes years prior — Forge taught me that.”
Adelaide Holmes, ’19 Forge Summit
"Forge helped me realize how I need to grow, personally and professionally. The Forge Summit encouraged me to embrace and overcome my fear of public speaking. I came away with a clear idea of my next steps so I can challenge myself to become a better communicator and leader."
Brant Kitchen, ’19 Forge Summit
The Forge Leadership Summit has changed my life in ways I never thought it could. Getting connected with a network of amazing people that espouse similar ideals as my own has truly been a blessing."
Haley Holmlund, '18 Forge Summit
Communications Director, United in Purpose
Forge has the most incredible educational and vocational opportunities. The knowledge and experiences I have gained from it will impact me for the rest of my life. But what truly makes it the amazing experience that it is, is what makes any experience what it is – the people."










