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February 18-20, 2026
Three-Day Experiential Laboratory
Sacramento, CA
DLAC Conference
Textbook Release
Legacy of LEGENDS
An Experiential Learning Laboratory
Greetings and Welcome to the DLAC Ignite 2026 Legacy Lab, an experiential learning laboratory for educational leaders, business leaders, and policymakers ready to embrace the heroic nature of those we serve and amplify capacity as essential guides, finding the new paths, defeating enemies, avoiding dangers, and claiming the success and legendary legacies in motion.
Featuring the Release of
Legacy of LEGENDS: Unchanging Wisdom for Today's Most Influential Leaders
by Dr. Kimberly Bonniksen
Available on KindleOfficial Release — Hardback ↗Play Chi Ball Patio
Throughout ConferenceJoin Bradley Morris on the patio for Play Chi Ball sessions throughout the conference.
Conference Schedule
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Play Chi Ball Patio with Bradley Morris
Lead: Bradley Morris
Grounding and embodied preparation. Drop in anytime to experience this unique practice.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Raising Legendary Creators: With Less Screens and More Imagination, Creativity and Majik
Lead: Dr. Kimberly Bonniksen
Intergenerational LEGENDS: Legacy Guiding Relational Intelligence Forward
Stronger Together: Small and Rural Schools, Big Impact: Legendary Leaders Rally
Lead: Superintendent Eric Bonniksen, Immediate Past President of SSDA
Building the Shared Shell: Crisis-Agnostic Design through collective stewardship. Based on Chapter 9.
Friday, February 20, 2026
Legacy of LEGENDS: The Persuasion and Decision Cheat Code for Today's Most Influential Leaders
Lead: Dr. Kimberly Bonniksen
Textbook release and workshop featuring the 9 Pillars of Persuasion.
Featured Faculty
Dr. Kimberly Bonniksen, EdD
Founder & CEO, LEGENDS Research
Author of Legacy of LEGENDS: Unchanging Wisdom for Today's Most Influential Leaders. Dr. Bonniksen is a co-author of national online learning standards and architect of the LEGENDS framework, a structured methodology for mapping leadership landscapes, identifying systemic barriers, and designing durable paths forward. Her research spans education systems, public policy, workforce development, and emerging technology.
Superintendent Eric Bonniksen
Superintendent | LEGENDS Guardian | Immediate Past President, Small School Districts' Association (SSDA)
A multi-generational superintendent who served as SSDA President for 2.5 years through July 2025, representing over 600 California school districts. Eric led the successful advocacy campaign resulting in the Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act of 2025 (Public Law 119-58). His research partnership with Dr. Bonniksen on Crisis-Agnostic Design documented how small and rural districts achieved exceptional operational agility during the pandemic. Eric teaches the "Shared Shell" concept: strategic interdependence that transforms isolated leaders into a unified network capable of defeating the "Eel" of resource scarcity and isolation.
Derek Bonniksen
LEGENDS Legacy | COO Designate | Special Education Teacher
Derek carries forward six generations of educators and innovators. A full-time special education teacher serving severely autistic high school students, he embodies leadership rooted in presence, patience, and unwavering human dignity. Author of Living in Legacy.
Tyler James Ellison
Chief Pathfinder
With 20 years of experience partnering with business leaders, Tyler has helped over 1,000 businesses find the path to their potential. The digital marketing and sales campaigns he has spearheaded have generated billions of dollars in revenue for clients.
Jeffery Boyle
CEO, Bemodo | LEGENDS Chief Technology Advocate
Jeffery Boyle is the CEO of Bemodo and serves as the LEGENDS Chief Technology Advocate. He brings deep expertise in technology strategy and digital transformation, helping organizations leverage emerging technologies to achieve their leadership objectives.
Bradley Morris
LEGENDS Incubator Guide | Founder, Majik Kids & Play Chi Ball
Bradley is a pioneer in online learning and founder of Majik Kids and Play Chi Ball, platforms integrating digital education with mind-body and youth development. He supports emerging founders and young leaders in building disciplined, values-aligned ventures.
Legacy Lab Rewards
Custom LEGENDS Swag Bag
Guaranteed for all Legacy Lab attendees
Hand-Carved LEGENDS Bear Box
First 20 Friday Workshop attendees
Additional prizes awarded during sessions for engagement and participation.
The 3-Day Strategic Arc
Play Chi Ball with Bradley Morris
Focus: Grounding & Embodied Preparation
Workshop, Panel & Rural Rally
Focus: The Great Hero, Essential Guide & The Tribe
Legacy of LEGENDS Workshop
Focus: The New Path & The Legacy
Legacy Lab Incentives
LEGENDS Swag Bag
All Legacy Lab attendees receive a custom LEGENDS swag bag at check-in
Stone Spirit Bear LEGENDS Box (First 20 Only)
10 remainingThe first 20 registrants for the Friday Vision Quest Workshop receive a hand-carved Stone Spirit Bear LEGENDS Box
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