Ascend PinnacleTM Board Leadership Summit
Summit
September 25-26, 2026 | The Yale Club | NY
Our exclusive gathering for corporate board directors from Fortune 1000 companies.
Aspiring Directors Academy
September 24-25, 2026 | The Yale Club | NY
Our nomination-based board-readiness program open to all executives who hope to join a board within the next 1-3 years.
Travel Info
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for Ascend.
Please click here to book your flights.
Eligible airports: JFK, LGA, EWR, HPN
Eligible dates: September 18 - October 2, 2026
You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY4J5
*Please note there is no service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via the reservation 800 number.
Lodging Info
Ascend has secured room blocks at group rates at select hotels for your convenience. You may also opt to select your own hotel, if you prefer.
Yale Club (Event Venue)
Please call 212.716.2100 and press “0” for the operator (available 24/7) to reserve your room(s).
Starting at $399/night
Subject to availability until August 15th, 2026.
The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection
Click here to reserve your room(s).
Starting at $419/night
Subject to availability until August 24th, 2026.
The Westin New York Grand Central
Click here to reserve your room(s).
Starting at $539/night
Subject to availability until September 3rd, 2026.
Contact
This event is by invitation only. If you are a board director at a public or large private company, please reach out to pinnacle@ascendleadership.org to inquire about a membership and invitation.
If your company is interested in sponsorship opportunities, please contact partnerships@ascendleadership.org.