About Global Leadership Network
Real connections that impact your life
Unlike traditional networking organizations, GLN isn't built around collecting business cards or making transactional introductions. It's built around creating genuine relationships that continue to grow over time. Whether members are meeting at one of our fun local experiences, joining our monthly new member spotlight, learning from our expert webinar series, or attending one of our flagship events, every experience is designed to strengthen the community and help members succeed together.
Support members and get help back
We believe success isn't built alone. The people you surround yourself with shape your ideas, challenge your thinking, open new doors, and sometimes become lifelong friends. GLN exists to bring exceptional people together through meaningful conversations, shared experiences, and a culture of generosity.
Building a Community Where Relationships Create
Opportunity
Our Mission
To build a community where ambitious people follow through, on introductions, on opportunities, on each other, long after the event ends.
Our Vision
To be the network people point to when they explain how they met their business partner, their next client, or their closest friend.
Our Values
The strongest relationships are built by creating value, making introductions, and helping others grow.
See GLN Network ValuesMeet the Founders
The people behind GLN
Alex Johnson
Alex is an entrepreneur and tech revenue leader. A former farm kid from Iowa, Alex has over a decade of experience producing live events, selling SaaS and event sponsorships, and building sales organizations across sports & entertainment, media, marketing, and travel. As Co-Founder of Global Leadership Network, he is passionate about creating a community where genuine connections lead to new opportunities, lasting friendships, and long-term success.
Dylan Welch
Dylan is a business owner, fitness coach, and world traveler. He is the host of The Intelligence Report podcast, and regularly travels the world speaking at leadership conferences. As Co-Founder of Global Leadership Network, his passion lies in meeting intelligent, caring people from around the world and supporting them to find success and happiness.