JCI Iceland: Be the Compass

Leadership conference in the heart of Reykjavík: 5 September 2026, Reykjavík, Iceland.

“Be the Compass” is a full-day leadership conference hosted by JCI Iceland on 5 September at Grand Hotel Reykjavík.

Great leadership is not about having all the answers. It is about knowing your direction, inspiring others, and creating positive impact in the world around you.

Be the Compass is a full-day leadership conference hosted by JCI Iceland, designed for people who want to grow as leaders, strengthen their confidence, and become active, responsible citizens in their communities. Taking place on 5 September at Grand Hotel Reykjavík, Iceland, the conference brings together ambitious individuals for a day of learning, inspiration, and practical tools. Whether you are leading a team, building a project, growing your career, or simply want to make a greater difference, this event will help you develop the mindset and skills needed to lead with purpose.

The conference will be led by Viktor Ómarsson, 2023 JCI World President. During his presidential year, Viktor’s theme was “Guided by Purpose”, a message that connects strongly with the heart of this conference. At Be the Compass, participants will be encouraged to reflect on their own purpose, strengthen their leadership direction, and explore how they can create meaningful impact in their communities.

Throughout the day, participants will gain valuable tools to become stronger leaders, better communicators, and more engaged members of society. Attendees will leave with new perspectives, renewed motivation, and a clearer sense of direction. Ready to lead with purpose in their teams, careers, and communities.

Join us on 5 September in Reykjavík for a day dedicated to purposeful leadership.

Graphic with the four words Purpose, Direction, Action and Impact

You do not need all the answers. You need a direction.

The main objectives of the event are to empower young Icelanders through leadership development and practical tools for personal and professional growth, while also offering JCI members an international conference in Iceland that is open to participants from anywhere in the world.

The event further aims to create a high-impact experience in Iceland that leaves a lasting impression on attendees and strengthens JCI’s visibility on the international stage.

Participants will gain practical tools and frameworks to lead with greater purpose and confidence. They will strengthen their communication skills and ability to inspire and guide others. The conference offers direct learning from Viktor Ómarsson, 2023 JCI World President, along with fresh perspectives on personal and professional growth. Attendees will also build valuable connections with ambitious individuals from Iceland and abroad, and leave with renewed motivation and a clearer sense of direction as leaders and engaged citizens in their communities.

Graphic headed This experience is for you if, with four cards: you are ready to grow, you lead people or projects, you want meaningful impact, you are searching for direction

Graphic headed Find clarity, build confidence, create impact, listing six takeaways such as practical leadership tools, greater self-awareness and stronger communication

Graphic headed One day, one journey, a clearer direction, showing the five steps of the conference day

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Meet your guide: Viktor Ómarsson

Portrait of Viktor Ómarsson in a navy suit and teal tie — Viktor Ómarsson, 2023 JCI World President

The morning opens with a keynote from Viktor Ómarsson introducing the “Guided by Purpose” philosophy and the idea of leading with intention.

Throughout the day, participants take part in hands-on workshops focused on self-awareness, communication, and practical leadership tools, followed by group discussions and networking sessions where attendees can connect, share experiences, and build lasting relationships.

The conference closes with a call-to-action session, challenging participants to define their own compass and commit to concrete steps in their leadership journey – at home, at work, and in their communities.

Take action today. Become the compass.

Practical information card: 5 September 2026, Grand Hotel Reykjavík, Reykjavík, Iceland, in English, full-day leadership academy and conference, registration closes 29 August 2026, next to a photo of Hallgrímskirkja church; links to the venue on Google Maps

Early Bird Ticket Price

Ends on August 12.

The conference starts at 10:00 and will end at 16:00

Ticket price includes access to the full-day conference, lunch, and coffee breaks.

10.000 krónur for JCI members – 70 euros
18.000 krónur for non-members – 125 euros

Book the early bird ticket (Google Form)

Regular Bird Ticket Price

Ends on August 29.

The conference starts at 10:00 and will end at 16:00

Ticket price includes access to the full-day conference, lunch, and coffee breaks.

13.000 krónur for JCI members – 90 euros
21.000 krónur for non-members – 145 euros

Book the regular ticket (Google Form)

Graphic with the words You arrived looking for direction, you leave as the compass

Graphic with the words Your direction will not define itself and a button to register for the conference; links to the registration form

Questions? Contact the JCI Iceland team

katrin.sigurjonsdottir (at) gmail.com