08.20.25

Don’t Miss the 2025 IIDA SoCal Leaders Breakfast!

Friday, September 26, 2025
Sheraton Grand at The BLOC
711 S Hope St, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Mark your calendars for one of the most inspiring mornings of the year!

The 2025 IIDA SoCal Leaders Breakfast is back—and this is your invitation to be part of a signature event that brings together visionaries, creators, and changemakers from the design world and beyond. This isn’t just a gathering—it’s a celebration of innovation, leadership, and the transformative power of design to shape a better future.

Why You’ll Want to Be in the Room

From boundary-pushing projects to the people making them possible, this annual event shines a spotlight on those who are redefining what’s possible. Expect:

• A thought-provoking keynote that will challenge perspectives and spark new ideas.
• Recognition of a local honoree shaping the Los Angeles design scene.
• Networking with the best—a high-energy mix of established leaders, industry innovators, and rising talent.

Meet Our 2025 Keynote Speaker: Shola Richards

Founder & CEO | Go Together Global
Best-Selling Author of Civil Unity, Making Work Work, and Go Together

Shola is a powerhouse voice for workplace civility, resilience, and unity—his message has reached readers in over 160 countries. Featured on The Today Show, CBS This Morning, Forbes, and Black Enterprise, Shola will leave you inspired to lead with courage and kindness in every corner of your life.

Partner With Us: Sponsorship Opportunities

Want to position your brand alongside the most influential voices in Southern California’s design and business communities? Sponsoring the Leaders Breakfast puts you directly in front of the region’s top-tier design professionals, decision-makers, and innovators.

Explore sponsorship benefits and packages here:
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Whether you’re a design insider or simply passionate about supporting creativity and leadership, the Leaders Breakfast is your chance to connect, collaborate, and be inspired.

Seats will go fast—secure your spot early.