Heather Johnston will be speaking at xSPANd, a leadership conference hosted by the Sacramento Professional Advisors Network (SPAN).

xSPANd Your Leadership Horizon is a half-day conference for SPAN members and their guests to explore the many ways we lead — in business, relationships, and community. Through short, idea-driven talks and engaging panels, you’ll hear fresh perspectives and leave inspired to expand how you think about leadership. Whether you guide a team, advise clients, or simply show up with intention in your daily work, there's something here for you.

Heather will be speaking on a panel titled Leading With Kindness (Not Just Nice But Strategic) with other seasons business professionals. This panel will explore how empathy, respect, and compassion can strengthen teams, resolve conflict, and fuel collaboration.