For over 25 years, the Leather Leadership Conference has empowered leaders and educators with the tools, insights, and connections they need to support their communities and foster growth. This highly anticipated event is a hub of innovation and collaboration, bringing together experts and thought leaders from across the country and around the globe.

Each year, we gather to address the challenges and share opportunities. Through dynamic workshops, keynote speeches, roundtables, panel discussions and socials, attendees gain actionable strategies to help their communities thrive.

To ensure accessibility and inclusivity, the location of the Annual Leadership Conference changes every few years. This approach allows us to bring this unique opportunity to diverse regions, making it easier for leaders across the nation to participate, learn, and connect.

As we continue to build on this rich legacy, we invite you to become part of this incredible journey. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or an emerging changemaker, the Leather Leadership Conference is your opportunity to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Leather Leadership Conference

Mission

LLC is an organization dedicated to furthering the education of leadership in the kink and alternative communities. LLC produces an annual conference that allows leaders to elevate their leadership practice and deepen connections through camaraderie, networking, education, and sharing of resources.

LLC also provides academic scholarships annually to qualified members of our community whose personal and professional goals will be used to better the kink community from the local to global level.

LLC supports:

  • LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, their supporters, and other marginalized communities

  • Organizations that provide support to alternative sexuality, sex positive, sex performative, kink, and Leather communities

Vision

We aspire to cultivate a deeply educated and interconnected community of leaders. By supporting current leaders, those aspiring to leadership, and community organizations, we aim to nurture stronger connections within and among the communities we serve. Together, we build a foundation for growth, collaboration, and lasting impact.

Who We are

The LLC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization powered by the passion and dedication of volunteers. Our team of committed individuals generously contributes their time, energy, and resources to ensure the success of our annual conference.

At LLC, we are driven by a shared mission to educate, connect, and empower leather leaders and community groups. Our volunteers work tirelessly behind the scenes to create an inclusive, dynamic, and impactful space for learning, growth, and collaboration.

Together, we strive to honor the legacy of leather leadership while encouraging the next generation within our community.

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