Every founder starts the year with big goals - launch the product, raise the round, grow the team. But between back-to-back meetings, constant firefighting and the never-ending to-do list, it’s easy to lose sight of what really moves the needle. Turning ambition into execution takes more than hard work, it takes rhythm, clarity and systems that actually support you. In this panel conversation, founders and startup leaders will share how they’ve learned to design their year for impact - creating schedules and habits that turn chaos into progress. We’ll unpack how to plan 2026 around your biggest goals, translate strategy into weekly execution, and build the accountability loops that keep you and your team aligned all year long. You’ll hear about:

• How successful founders structure their weeks, months, and quarters for focus and flow

• Real-world frameworks for balancing execution, leadership, and recovery

• Tools and rituals that help maintain momentum without burning out

• Lessons learned from the messy middle - when plans meet reality

Perfect for founders ready to stop reacting and start leading, with a 2026 plan that actually works.