Mental Health & Wellness Educator – YSC Academy | Founder – The Wilford Movement
Keith WIlford
Keith Wilford is a Mental Health & Wellness Educator, coach, and speaker with over two decades of experience supporting the personal and emotional development of student-athletes, leaders, and high performers. Currently serving as the Director of Mental Health and Wellness at YSC Academy, Keith works at the intersection of psychology, education, and athletics—helping young people build the mindset, habits, and emotional intelligence needed to thrive both on and off the field.
Keith’s work is grounded in one mission: to hel p people strengthen what matters most on the inside. He has spent the last 20+ years mentoring students, athletes, coaches, and professionals—equipping them with tools to manage stress, build confidence, improve self-awareness, and live with purpose. His background in counseling and education gives him a rare ability to translate mental wellness into actionable strategies that resonate across age groups and performance environments.
A former All-American lacrosse player at Widener University, Keith understands performance from the inside out. He’s competed at high levels, led teams, and walked through adversity—giving him a deep appreciation for the mental demands that come with competition, leadership, and transition. That athletic experience fuels his work today, allowing him to connect authentically with student-athletes and professionals navigating pressure, doubt, identity, and change.
As a coach and speaker, Keith is known for his energy, empathy, and ability to create safe spaces for real growth. He delivers powerful talks and workshops on emotional regulation, confidence building, mental wellness, and leadership development—meeting people where they are, and guiding them toward who they’re becoming. His message blends personal story with practical insight, offering a voice that is both motivating and deeply grounded.
Keith has spoken at schools, universities, athletic programs, and organizations across the country, working with athletes, coaches, educators, and business leaders who are ready to take their mental game seriously. He’s partnered with programs such as Philadelphia Union (MLS), USA Lacrosse, and multiple NCAA and youth sports organizations to bring mental wellness education into high-performance cultures. His impact is felt in the way he listens, challenges, and calls people to something higher—without ever sacrificing compassion.
Beyond the stage and classroom, Keith is a mentor, husband, father, and a man of faith. His personal journey through injury, recovery, identity shifts, and leadership change has shaped his commitment to helping others navigate life with resilience and clarity. He’s not just teaching wellness—he’s lived the ups and downs that make it essential.
Keith’s philosophy is simple but powerful: mental wellness is not a luxury. It’s a foundation. Whether you’re a teenager trying to find your confidence, a coach leading under pressure, or a professional navigating burnout, your mindset matters—and your ability to care for it directly impacts how you perform, how you relate, and how you lead.
In a world that rewards doing, Keith invites people to slow down, reflect, and build from within. He helps people get back to the basics—sleep, breath, gratitude, focus—and then challenges them to level up with intentionality and integrity. His work is about transformation that lasts: not just hype or quick wins, but the daily work of becoming someone you’re proud to be.
At Shift Summit 2026, Keith will bring his expertise and insight to the conversation around emotional resilience, confidence, and what it truly means to win from the inside out. His presence is both grounding and energizing—and his message is one every leader, athlete, and growth-minded human needs to hear.
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Brian Hemming
Founder – H Group Coaching | Leadership Coach
Brian Hemming is the Founder of H Group Coaching and a leadership coach who helps individuals and teams achieve peak performance through clarity, consistency, and accountability. With experience spanning athletics, business, and education, Brian is known for building trust quickly and guiding leaders toward meaningful, measurable progress—without chasing perfection.
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Josh Kosnick
Founder – Kairos Coaching | Author - The Kairos Code | EOS Implementer | Host - Spartan Leadership Podcast
Josh Kosnick is the Founder of Kairos Coaching, author of The Kairos Code, and host of the Spartan Leadership Podcast. A certified EOS Implementer who has built and exited multiple businesses, Josh helps leaders and organizations align vision with execution through clear strategy, honest conversations, and purpose-driven leadership.
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Keith Wilford
Mental Health & Wellness Educator – YSC Academy | Founder – The Wilford Movement
Keith Wilford is the Mental Health & Wellness Educator at YSC Academy, bringing more than 20 years of experience supporting student-athletes in their academic, emotional, and personal development. A former All-American lacrosse player at Widener University, Keith combines his background in counseling, education, and athletics to help students build resilience, confidence, and leadership on and off the field.
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Jared Markiewicz
Founder of Functional Integrated Training | Host of the Huma Athlete Podcast
Jared Markiewicz is the Founder and CEO of Functional Integrated Training, Host of the Human Athlete Podcast and a nationally credentialed strength and performance coach with over a decade of experience developing athletes and adults through intelligent, science-backed training.
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Steve Stulb
Founder - Colony Lane Capital | Principal - Ironview Capital Management
Steve is a senior financial advisor and executive with nearly 20 years of experience advising business owners, private equity groups, and multigenerational families on complex insurance, investment, and retirement strategies. He is a Principal at Ironview Capital Management and Founder of Colony Lane Capital. -
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Kevin Coale
Founder | Executive Coach for Leaders & Teams | Performance Advisor
Kevin Coale is an executive coach who works with elite founders, CEOs, and leadership teams to elevate performance, align values, and strengthen culture. A former national champion lacrosse player at the University of Virginia, Kevin brings a background in education, organizational leadership, and coaching to help individuals and teams lead with clarity, connection, and consistency.
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Stay Tuned for More!
The current speaker lineup represents only a portion of what’s to come. Behind the scenes, we’re actively confirming more high-integrity leaders, coaches, founders, and subject-matter experts who align with Shift’s mission. Every speaker is intentionally chosen—not for fame, but for the clarity, experience, and value they bring to the room.
Check back soon as we continue to build a lineup designed to challenge, sharpen, and move you forward!
More Than an Event. A Mission.
Shift Summit isn’t just about gathering high performers in one room — it’s about supporting those we believe in. This year, we’re proud to partner with Talons Reach Foundation, a nonprofit that serves active and veteran Special Operations Forces who’ve been morally, mentally, or physically wounded. These men and women have carried the weight of elite service — often at great personal cost — and Talons Reach helps them reconnect, recover, and regenerate through mindfulness, community, and care.
A portion of all Shift Summit ticket sales will be donated directly to Talons Reach Foundation.
This is our way of giving back to those who never asked — but who always showed up. When you buy a ticket, you’re not just investing in yourself. You’re standing with a mission that helps some of the strongest among us heal with strength, clarity, and purpose.
REgister Today
The General Admission ticket gives you access to the core Shift Summit experience—powerful conversations, impactful sessions, and a room full of people committed to progress.
GA Includes:
Entry to Shift Summit (June 11, 2026)
Access to all sessions throughout the day
General seating
Access to event vendors
Meals, snacks, and standard event amenities
Networking with fellow attendees throughout the event
Who this is for:
Leaders who want clarity, momentum, and connection—without distractions or fluff.
The Elite Experience tier gives you everything: the full Shift Summit experience and all VIP-level advantages—packaged for early movers who know clarity is worth securing.
Premier Includes:
Full General Admission access
Full VIP Access upgrade
Cocktail Hour and VIP Dinner the night before the event, June 10th.
First access to select event perks and announcements
Exclusive Access to the speakers.
Who this is for:
High performers who want it all—access, insight, relationships, and execution. If you’re coming to compete and grow, this is your ticket.