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The Power of Authenticity with Elastic: Embracing Your True Self in Life and Leadership

Morgan Kirkland Global Vice President, Sales Development at Elastic
April 11, 2025 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET Virtual Free to attend
The Power of Authenticity with Elastic: Embracing Your True Self in Life and Leadership

About this session

Are you ready to unlock your true potential and lead with authenticity?

Join us for an inspiring chat and learn session with Morgan Kirkland, Global Vice President of Sales Development at Elastic. Drawing from his extensive experience in tech leadership and his background as a Big10 offensive lineman, Morgan will share insights on embracing authenticity in both personal and professional spheres.

Key takeaways include:

  • Unmasking Yourself: Identifying and overcoming barriers to authentic self-expression
  • Living Out Loud: Leveraging authenticity to build stronger relationships and enhance leadership
  • Authenticity in Action: Practical strategies for cultivating confidence and inspiring others through genuine interactions

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned leader and discover how authenticity can transform your life and career – register now to secure your spot!

Meet the speaker

Morgan Kirkland

Morgan Kirkland

Global Vice President, Sales Development at Elastic

Morgan Kirkland serves as the Global Vice President of Sales Development at Elastic, where he brings over 20 years of management and senior leadership experience to the role. A former Big Ten offensive lineman, Morgan combines his strategic acumen with a commanding presence to eliminate barriers and drive results. His leadership philosophy is anchored in optimizing people, processes, systems, data, governance, and performance to achieve transformative outcomes where he has successfully delivered more than $1 billion in executed business.

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