Dr. Bruce D. Perry
For forty years, Dr. Perry's work on how abuse, neglect, and trauma shape the developing brain has changed clinical practice, programs, and policy around the world. His Neurosequential Model is now used in over 26 countries, reaching an estimated four million people.
Our 2027 Event Co-Chairs
The champions who bring the world's foremost voices on childhood adversity to Palm Beach County.
For over five years, Kathy and Paul Leone have been fierce advocates for Lead the Fight and for children's mental health in Palm Beach County. In 2027, they step forward as our event co-chairs.
Their leadership, generosity, and unwavering belief in the power of HOPE are the reason a speaker like Dr. Bruce Perry comes to our community — and the reason the science of childhood resilience reaches the leaders, families, and advocates who need it most.
The Partners Behind the Movement
Lead the Fight exists because a few people decided children's mental health was worth a world-class stage.
The Breakers Palm Beach
For five years, The Breakers has been the home of Lead the Fight, providing a world-class stage for world-class conversations about childhood adversity.
Their partnership ensures the brightest minds in children's mental health can share their work with the leaders, families, and advocates who need it most.
Paul & Kathy Leone
For over five years, Paul and Kathy Leone have been fierce advocates for Lead the Fight and for children's mental health in Palm Beach County.
Their leadership, generosity, and unwavering belief in the power of HOPE have brought the world's foremost voices on trauma and resilience to our community.
