Austin Association of Facility & Maintenance Engineers

Date/Time
6/18/2026
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Central
Event Registration
Event Type(s)
Professional Series
Event Description

How the Best Leaders Lead for Impact, Not Validation

Too often, leaders lead for validation instead of impact. (And most don’t even realize it!). Many leaders unknowingly prioritize validation over impact which results in hesitancy, reliance on heroic efforts, and doubts about their team's capabilities. This approach leads to increased workload, decreased productivity, and unrealized potential.

The impact-driven leader, on the other hand, knows how to make meaning out of their sacrifice to regain personal engagement, determine their direction to sharpen focus and renew relationships to grow from every frustration. In this interactive session we'll explore the three pillars of Impact Leadership: 

Impact
Discover how mindfulness goes beyond stress relief, evolving into a powerful tool to upgrade your mindset. Learn to be present, engaged, and leverage circumstances to nurture other leaders.

Right Action
Move beyond empathy and embrace the art of serving others. Learn to take appropriate actions that alleviate suffering without resorting to rescuing, fostering a culture of empowerment.

Right Motive
Understand that the motive behind your actions is as crucial as the actions themselves.  Honest self-reflection allows you to demand more without compromising respect.

Whether you're a parent, business owner, CEO, team leader, or member of a team if you find yourself dreading the responsibility of work, feeling increasing frustration with your team or family, or growing bitter in your closest  relationships, the Lead for Impact framework offers a solution.

Presenter:

Reagan Pugh is a sought-after keynote speaker and workshop leader, engaging thousands each year with insights on storytelling and culture. He has worked with major organizations like Facebook, Pepsi, Whirlpool, and the U.S. Military.

Previously, he served as Chief Storyteller for a global consulting firm, guiding programs at Nike, Western Digital, and Kimberly-Clark. A former Teach for America educator, he launched an award-winning theater program on the Rosebud Reservation.

Reagan has taught at Texas State, Trinity, and Angelo State University and has spoken at over 50 college campuses. A TEDx speaker and frequent podcast guest, he also secretly publishes poetry—ask him about it!

He lives in Nashville, with his wife, Elle, and new baby along with furry labrador.


 
Location
1836 San Jacinto
9th Floor
Austin, TX 78701

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Details

Registration fees:

  • $40.00 for Engineer & Property Manager members
  • $50.00 for Vendor members
  • $65.00 for Guests who are not members (does not apply to vendors on wait list)
  • Walk-ins day of event will be charged $10 late registration fee
  • 48 hour cancellation notice required for refund
Lunch is provided.  Parking will be validated.
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