Saturday, January 23, 2027 // 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Goldfinch Wellness Summit
Vanderbilt University
Student Life Center // Nashville, Tennessee
About Wellness Summit
The inaugural Goldfinch Wellness Summit brings together college students, young adults, educators, healthcare professionals, community leaders, and advocates for a full day dedicated to mental wellness, resilience, leadership, and meaningful connection.
Through inspiring conversations, interactive experiences, and shared stories, the Summit creates a space to learn, connect, and explore practical ways to strengthen well-being in our lives and communities.
KICKOFF KEYNOTE
JESS SIMS
Peloton Instructor • ESPN Reporter
What if the mindset that drives elite performance could change the way we approach everyday life?
Jess Sims has built a career around the power of movement, mindset, and showing up with purpose. From her beginnings in education and school leadership to motivating millions as a Peloton instructor and reporting from the sidelines for ESPN, Jess brings a unique perspective on confidence, resilience, and what it means to keep moving forward.
Her signature mantra, “You don’t have to, you get to,” reflects her belief that small shifts in mindset can transform confidence, resilience, and performance. At the Wellness Summit, Jess will bring that perspective to the stage in a powerful conversation about embracing potential, navigating challenges, and approaching life with purpose.
WELLNESS SUMMITEvent Details
Join us for a full day of conversation, connection, and interactive experiences designed to inspire mental wellness, build resilience, and strengthen our communities.
DateSaturday, January 23, 2027
Time9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
LocationVanderbilt University
Student Life Center
310 25th Ave S
Nashville, TN 37212
RegistrationRegistration opens October 1, 2026
Discounted Hotel RateNashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University
2555 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37203
SAVE THE DATE
Saturday, January 23, 2027
Vanderbilt University
Join us for a day of conversation, connection, and inspiration centered around mental wellness, resilience, and the next generation.
Tickets go on sale October 1, 2026.
CLOSING CONNECTION
Song in a Hat
Hit Songwriters • Storytellers • Creative Collaborators
The Wellness Summit will close on a creative note with GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Eric Paslay and CMA-nominated songwriter Emily Landis for a special Song in a Hat experience.
Together, Eric and Emily bring an incredible catalog of hit songs recorded by artists including Jake Owen, Keith Urban, Gabby Barrett, Sheryl Crow, and more. Through this interactive songwriting experience, they'll bring creativity, storytelling, and connection together to demonstrate the power of sharing our stories through music.
Eric Paslay
Platinum-selling artist & GRAMMY-nominated songwriter
Emily Landis
CMA-nominated hit songwriter