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InvergePhoenix, AZ

The Phoenix
Chapter.

The first Inverge leadership ecosystem is being built in Phoenix.

Inverge is launching its first chapter in Phoenix, beginning at Grand Canyon University. This chapter will serve as the proving ground for the Inverge model before expansion to additional cities.

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Chapter Zero

Why
Phoenix.

Every movement begins somewhere.

Phoenix is where Inverge is building its first leadership ecosystem, bringing together Builders, Champions, and partners committed to developing the next generation of leaders.

Phoenix, Arizona — Chapter 01

The Partnership

Grand Canyon
University.

Inverge is launching in partnership with Grand Canyon University and Dr. Lori Wieters, whose leadership development work has already helped form hundreds of young leaders.

01Partnership

Dr. Lori Wieters Partnership

Inverge is being launched alongside Dr. Lori Wieters, a doctoral professor at Grand Canyon University with extensive experience developing emerging leaders.

02Proven
400+

400+ Leaders Formed

Nearly 400 young leaders have already gone through the early cohort model that helped inspire the Inverge movement.

On the Ground

What Happens
in Phoenix.

Builders in Phoenix participate in the Inverge leadership ecosystem through shared rhythms of mentorship, challenge, and community.

01Quarterly

Club Nights

Quarterly gatherings where Builders and Champions come together for leadership conversations, shared vision, and community.

02Core

Champion Pods

Small groups of 3–5 Builders mentored by a Champion who provides wisdom, challenge, and leadership perspective.

03Ongoing

Mentorship

Champions invest directly in Builders through real conversations, encouragement, and leadership guidance.

04Annual

Conference

The annual Inverge Conference gathers Builders and Champions for a catalytic leadership experience.

The Ecosystem

Building the
Leadership
Ecosystem.

Phoenix is where Inverge is refining its leadership ecosystem. Builders, Champions, and partners work together to create a repeatable environment where leadership formation can thrive.

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Builders

Emerging leaders in formation.

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Champions

Experienced leaders who invest.

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Partners

Organizations backing the movement.

City

What's Next

The Beginning
of Something
Bigger.

Inverge is intentionally focused on building the Phoenix chapter first. Once the model is proven and scalable, the movement will expand to additional cities and campuses.

Phoenix as the proving ground
Model refined before expansion
Additional cities to follow

Phoenix, Arizona

Join the
Phoenix
Chapter.

If you are a Builder ready to grow, a Champion ready to invest, or a partner who believes in the next generation, Phoenix is where the movement begins.

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Phoenix — Chapter 01