Joe’s journey to becoming a sought-after keynote speaker and the founder of New Leaf Leadership was paved with purpose. With more than 20 years of hands-on leadership experience, including over seven years as a school nutrition administrator, he understands leadership in its raw, practical form. At the helm of a team of 100, Joe crafted a leadership development program from the ground up. His innovative approach led to remarkable results, including increased revenue, reduced turnover, and the nurturing of a robust leadership pipeline.
What sets Joe apart is his commitment to real-world application over mere theory. His sessions are not passive lectures, they’re dynamic and activity-based experiences that resonate with his audience. Joe’s audiences walk away with tangible takeaways that can be immediately implemented in their professional and personal lives.
Joe Pettit’s mission is clear: to empower leaders with the skills, knowledge, and emotional intelligence needed to thrive in today’s complex world. With a track record of impacting over 10,000 leaders in the past four years, Joe is a driving force for positive change. To learn more about Joe and his work, visit him at www.joepettitinspires.com or www.newleafleadership.com.
Joe’s non-profit, New Leaf Farm, is a leadership retreat and community hub that teaches and equips people to reach their full potential in life and at work. Here leaders have the opportunity to connect with their team, learn, write, and grow. They find themselves re-energized as they experience the firsthand therapeutic benefits of gardening.
We’re thrilled to introduce our first-ever MEGA CONFERENCE concept for 2025! This innovative approach combines the School Nutrition Industry Conference (SNIC) and the Professional Growth Conference (PG) into a back-to-back event, designed to save districts money on travel and reduce time away from work. Plus, attendees who register for both conferences will receive a $50 discount!
We are a state affiliate to the School Nutrition Association (SNA), which represents over 55,000 individuals who have made a commitment to child nutrition.
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