The Tennessee Leadership Training Institute (TLTI) provides training to student leaders with a focus on further developing their leadership skills. Student leaders will network with others from across the state, discuss the student experience, and learn from one another.
Statesperson Award – Attendees will have the opportunity to earn the Statesperson Award during TLTI. This award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated their leadership skills and mastered additional requirements in leadership training. Additional information and supplemental assignments will be made available upon event registration. This award will be presented to students and advisors at the conclusion of TLTI.
Market Yourself for Career Success – Consider joining us for our pre-institute workshop. Attendees will learn how to strengthen their resume, highlight their strengths, and ace an interview. There is no additional cost to attend the workshop.
Employer Panel Conversation - Inside the Hiring Room: What Employers Look For In Candidates
Pre-conference attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an employer panel in which they may gain insights in hiring processes. Specific topics include how to stand out during the hiring process; skills and qualities that employers value; navigating the application and interview process; and how to approach growth leading to long-term success.
Panel participants include:
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Industrial and Skilled Trades Focus: Aerotek Staffing Services
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Full Spectrum Employment Focus: Natalie McLimore, Workforce Essentials
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Healthcare Focus: Pending
The full schedule will be sent directly to registered participants by October 15.
Event Details and Resources
Date: October 22-23, 2026
- Thursday, October 22 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Tennessee Leadership Training Institute at Degrees of Success
- Thursday, October 22 - 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Friday, October 23 - 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
*All conference times are in Central Time.
October 22
Registration
Registration is now closed.
Cost: Registration is $82 per person and does not include hotel reservations. Registration refunds will not be processed after October 12. Institutions will be invoiced via LGIP transfer after student is registered.
Overnight Accommodations: A block of rooms is available at the Tru and Home 2 Suites hotels by Hilton. Rooms are first come, first served. You may book a room at the rate of $113+ tax.
Release Forms: All student attendees must review the Student Leader Behavior and Photo Agreement prior to registering and acknowledge consent during the registration process.
Student Leader Behavior and Photo Agreement.docx
Questions?
Please contact:
Kristina Krau Waymire, Chief Student Affairs Officer, kristina.waymire@tbr.edu or 615-365-1560
Daphne Brown, Director of CTE Student Engagement, daphne.brown@tbr.edu or 615-366-3943