Breakout

George Rogers

Keynote Speaker, Author, and Workplace Strategist

George Rogers is a recognized authority on the modern workplace, with over 25 years of experience helping organizations and leaders unlock the full potential of their people. He brings a deep expertise in leadership, culture, employee recognition, well-being, mental health, psychological safety, frontline workforce dynamics, and talent acquisition, making him a sought-after voice on creating thriving, high-performing organizations.

As Co-Founder of Lighthouse Academy and Chief Strategy Officer of Lighthouse Research & Advisory, George works closely with executives, HR leaders, and organizational teams to design purpose-driven cultures that foster engagement, retention, and measurable business results. He has guided countless organizations in cultivating environments where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute at their highest level.

George is also the author of "Champion Your Purpose," a practical guide for leaders seeking to align their personal and organizational purpose to drive sustainable impact. Through his dynamic keynote presentations and workshops, he inspires audiences to embrace leadership that is both human-centered and results-oriented, blending practical strategies with thought-provoking insights.

His mission is clear: to champion organizations and leaders committed to building workplaces where people thrive, culture is celebrated, and purpose fuels both personal and organizational success. George’s work leaves a lasting impact on leaders and employees alike, equipping them to lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

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Sessions

Breakout session

Tuesday, April 28, 1:30PM - 2:15PM

The Heartbeat of High Performance: The C.P.R. Framework for Building a Culture of Recognition That Drives Results

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In an era defined by workforce fatigue, shifting expectations, and relentless performance pressure, organizations can no longer afford to treat recognition as a program or perk. In 2026, and beyond, the companies that win will be those that intentionally activate recognition as a leadership strategy, one that fuels culture, elevates performance, and strengthens retention.

In this session, George Rogers, Chief Strategy Officer at Lighthouse Research & Advisory, introduce the C.P.R. Framework - Culture, Performance, and Recognition – a practical, leadership-driven model for creating a recognition culture that moves the business forward. You will learn how these three elements work together as a system, not in silos, and how recognition becomes the connective tissue that sustains engagement and accountability.

Through research-backed insights, real-world leadership examples, and clear application, this session will challenge you to rethink how recognition shows up in daily moments, performance conversations, and organizational priorities. You will leave with a renewed understanding of how intentional recognition reinforces values, drives discretionary effort, and creates environments where people want to stay, contribute, and succeed.

Key Takeaways:

Culture: Create the conditions to thrive - understand how consistent, values-based recognition strengthens trust, belonging, and psychological safety, laying the foundation for a culture that attracts and retains top talent.
Performance: Reinforce what great looks like – learn how to align recognition with performance expectations, business goals, and key behaviors to drive clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Recognition: Make it strategic, not accidental – gain practical, scalable strategies you can use immediately to recognize in meaningful ways that resonate across generations and directly support organizational outcomes.

George Rogers