Name
Inspirational Keynote: Miracle Mindset: Rising to the Occasion
Date & Time
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location Name
International Ballroom
Track
IDN Summit Keynote Series
Description

This year, our nation celebrates its 250th birthday. As part of this celebration, we remember the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team and their achievement of the iconic “Miracle on Ice.” Disney’s 2004 film ‘Miracle’ recounts this inspiring story, but no movie or documentary can convey the true scope of this event as well as all-American goalie Jim Craig.

Jim Craig was the true backbone of the 1980 Olympic Gold Medal Hockey Team, whose ‘Miracle’ win was voted by Sports Illustrated as the greatest moment in sports history in the 20th century. Craig, who began every game in-goal, was a leading figure in the team’s success. 

Learning Objectives:
1. Identify key leadership principles demonstrated by the 1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team that are applicable to navigating today's fast-paced, ever-changing business environment.
2. Apply strategies for building team cohesion and resilience to drive performance within your own organization.
3. Evaluate how a shared vision and disciplined preparation contribute to achieving breakthrough results against seemingly insurmountable odds.
4. Develop a personal leadership approach inspired by championship-level thinking that positions you and your team for sustained success.