Innovation isn’t just about having new ideas. It’s about having the courage to challenge the status quo and stand behind what matters most.

In this Grand Thought Leaders Group session, you’ll explore what innovation means to you, the impact you want to create, and how your values shape the way you lead and communicate. Through guided discussion and reflection, you’ll gain greater clarity on the message you want to be known for.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, speaker, coach, author, consultant, or leader, this conversation will help you strengthen your message and build the confidence to be remembered for what you stand for.

You will walk away with:

• Greater clarity on what innovation means to you and the impact you want to create

• A deeper understanding of what you stand for and what you’re willing to challenge

• A new perspective on how discomfort can become a catalyst for meaningful change and authentic leadership

Because lasting influence comes from having the courage to lead with conviction, even when it means standing apart.

The Grand Thought Leaders Group, hosted by Krystal Hille and Danielle Benzon, is a collaborative space for members who want to grow their influence, visibility, and impact with purpose.

This group supports entrepreneurs, authors, speakers, podcasters, and experts who are stepping into thought leadership, or refining it, in an authentic and sustainable way. Thought leadership is not a single path. It can be expressed through writing, speaking, podcasting, media and PR, partnerships, and community leadership.

At the heart of this group is collaboration. Members learn from one another, share experiences, and support each other along their thought leadership journey. We also bring in guest experts to provide insights, frameworks, and real-world perspectives across different forms of thought leadership.

Together, we focus on clarifying your message, strengthening your voice, and building visibility with intention. You will have space to explore ideas, refine positioning, practice sharing your perspective, and gain feedback in a supportive, heart-centered environment.

This is not about chasing attention or self-promotion. It is about contributing meaningful ideas, building credibility through connection, and growing together through shared learning and collaboration.

If you feel called to lead conversations, shape ideas, and support others while being supported yourself, this group is for you. ✨

Meeting Times: Every 4th Wednesday of the month

Date: August 26, 2026 (Wednesday) 

4 PM - 5 PM PT

7 PM - 8 PM ET

9 AM - 10 AM August 27, 2026 (Thursday) Australia/Sydney

Location: Zoom

Invite a friend! Non-members can attend 3 Grand Connection events for free. Get your Free Guest Pass or join today!

MEET THE GRAND HOSTS:

Krystal Hilleis a visionary book mentor, award-winning author, and founder of Hille House Publishing. She’s guided hundreds of leaders, coaches, and purpose-driven entrepreneurs to reclaim and integrate their lived experience, transforming fragmented insight into coherent expression and embodied thought leadership through writing. With 30 years in leadership, a BA (Hons) in English, and a background in theatre, NLP, transformational coaching and tantra, she helps clients turn their wisdom into impact.

Danielle Benzonhas devoted her life to exploring the agility and power of the voice-body instrument. She founded the Inspired Speaker Academy to help speakers and business owners to own and embody their message in a way that speaks directly to their ideal clients. Danielle helps speakers to transform their nerves and doubts so that every word they speak vibrates with purpose, truth, and self-celebration.

What to Expect:

The Grand Connection community is a fun, welcoming group of like-minded businesses and professionals with an intention to support each other to grow and scale our businesses through Grand Giving. At our Grand Thought Leaders Group events, you’ll have opportunities to connect, collaborate, and learn in both the main room and small breakouts as we explore practical ways to simplify technology and make it work for your business. Please have your camera, good lighting and microphone available. Practice your short introduction, including a quick book description, ahead and have a short write-up prepared to share in the chat, including your book link.

Invite a friend! Non-members can attend 3 Grand Connection events for free. Get your Free Guest Pass or join today!