Individual & Collective: The Power of Community with Wafa AlObaidat - 2026 Cosmic Conference

Leadership is often framed as an individual pursuit. In reality, especially in uncertain contexts, it is deeply shaped by the communities around us.In this session from the 7th Cosmic Conference, Individual & Collective: The Power of Community, Tala Odeh is joined by Wafa Al Obaidat, Founder & CEO of Playbook, to explore how community influences how leaders think, decide, and move forward.Drawing on her experience building a global community of over 800 members across 100+ countries, Wafa shares how intentional communities go beyond connection, becoming spaces where leaders find clarity, support, and opportunity.Together, they unpack: The difference between networks and true communities  What leaders need from community when navigating complexity  How strong communities are intentionally designed and sustained  The rituals, norms, and behaviors that bring community to life  How community compounds over time to shape decisions and outcomes The conversation also brings to life real stories from the Playbook ecosystem, where community has led to investments, partnerships, and career-defining opportunities.This session is part of Week 3: Thrive, exploring how leaders can turn the lessons of crisis into a competitive advantage and emerge stronger, more connected, and better prepared for the future.