# Summit

> Summit is a global community and events company that connects entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, scientists, artists, philanthropists, and leaders through invitation-only experiences. Founded in 2008, Summit hosts flagship festivals, mountain retreats, city gatherings, and international expeditions designed to foster meaningful relationships and cross-industry collaboration.

## About Summit

Summit curates a diverse membership community of leaders across industries. Members are selected through an interview process that evaluates leadership in their field and alignment with Summit's 8 community principles, which emphasize hospitality, friendship, learning, and being present.

Summit's programming spans six pillars: Talks, Performances, Wellness, Culinary, Arts, and Impact. Past presenters and performers include John Legend, Jeff Bezos, Shonda Rhimes, Jessica Alba, Malcolm Gladwell, Kendrick Lamar, Jane Fonda, Brene Brown, and many others.

## Events

Summit produces several types of events:

- **Flagship Events**: Multi-day ideas festivals bringing together hundreds of community members. Summit At Sea is the signature flagship event sailing from Miami.
- **Mountain Series**: Weekend retreats at Powder Mountain, Utah featuring outdoor activities, farm-to-table dining, talks, spa experiences, and more.
- **Local Events**: Pop-up gatherings in major cities worldwide.
- **International Expeditions**: Curated trips to destinations like Peru, designed to deepen relationships through shared adventure.

## Key Links

- Homepage: https://summit.co
- About: https://summit.co/about
- Membership: https://summit.co/membership
- Events: https://summit.co/events
- Community: https://summit.co/community
- Videos (Summit Sessions): https://summit.co/videos
- Speakers: https://summit.co/speakers
- Gallery: https://summit.co/gallery
- Apply to Join: https://summit.co/apply
- Contact: https://summit.co/contact

## Summit Membership

Summit Membership is a year-round connection to the Summit community, extending the experience beyond flagship events into daily life. For 17 years, Summit has brought together founders, creators, and innovators who shape culture and business. Membership makes this network accessible throughout the year.

Membership includes:

- **Monthly In-Person Gatherings**: 60+ touchpoints annually across five major cities — Los Angeles, San Francisco, Miami, Austin, and New York City.
- **Curated Introductions**: One-on-one connections matched to your goals, whether you're seeking cofounders, advisors, investors, or strategic partners.
- **Digital Sessions**: Intimate virtual experiences designed to unlock growth, spark creativity, and accelerate professional development.
- **Exclusive Benefits**: Member perks spanning luxury travel, wellness services, and partner offerings curated to match the values of the Summit community.
- **Summit One App**: The central hub for community, connection, and opportunity — accessible wherever you are.

Learn more: https://summit.co/membership

## Current and Upcoming Events

- Summit At Sea 2026: April 23-26, 2026, departing from Miami
- Past recent events include Summit Detroit 2025, Summit Peru 2025, Summit At Sea 2024, and Baja 2024.

## Content

Summit Sessions are recorded talks and performances from Summit events, available at https://summit.co/videos. Topics span entrepreneurship, social impact, creativity, wellness, technology, and leadership.