CERTIFICATE: Leadership Development (In-Person) – Part 1

Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate to acknowledge their dedication to developing their leadership potential.

(The certificate price includes all four sessions. To complete the Leadership Development Certificate, complete at least 3 of the 4 sessions.)

Part 1:Leadership Development - Developing a Shared Value Strategy with David Harkins 

11/04/2025 - 09:00 am to 2:30 pm

Introduces participants to the concept of shared value and its role in creating positive, sustainable impact within organizations and communities. This session will provide practical tools and strategies for aligning business goals with social value to drive both growth and societal benefit.

Learning Objectives:

•     Understand the core principles of shared value and its relevance to effective leadership.
•     Learn how to align organizational goals with social impact to create mutual benefits for both business and community.
•     Develop practical skills to create and implement a shared value strategy within your organization.

Part 2:Leadership Development - Communicating Better Using DISC with Nicole Provonchee

11/18/2025 - 09:00 am to 2:30 pm

 Focuses on improving communication skills through the DISC personality assessment. Participants will learn to identify different personality types and adapt their communication styles to effectively engage with diverse individuals, fostering stronger, more productive relationships within teams and organizations.

Learning Objectives:

•     Understand the DISC personality assessment and how it relates to effective communication.
•     Learn to identify and adapt to different communication styles for improved collaboration.
•     Develop strategies to enhance interpersonal communication and build stronger relationships with team members.

Part 3:Leadership Development - Performance Management and Evaluation with John Thalheimer

12/02/2025 - 09:00 am to 2:30 pm

The driving force behind all organizations is their employees. As leaders our success depends on the performance of our teams. If we don’t understand the foundational principles of performance management, our organization can sputter and stall out. In this interactive workshop, you will learn the eight foundational drivers of performance and how coaching with confidence will lead to better results.

Learning Objectives:

•     Understand the eight foundational drivers of performance and their impact on team success.
•     Learn how to set clear performance expectations and evaluate team members effectively.
•     Develop coaching skills to enhance employee performance and drive better results.

Part 4:Leadership Development - Taking Care of Your Teams / Addressing Staff Burnout with Candace Surface

12/16/2025 - 09:00 am to 2:30 pm

Leadership comes with many challenges. Many leaders in the nonprofit sector experience burnout and are seeking better balance for themselves and their teams.  This workshop will teach valuable techniques that can help you and your team to not just survive but thrive.  

Learning Objectives:

•     Understand how to cultivate a culture of self-care within your organization.
•     Identify your self-care story and take actionable steps toward improving staff well-being.
•     Learn mindfulness techniques to prevent workplace burnout and maintain a grounded leadership approach.

SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE

*Workshop times are Central Standard Time.

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Registration deadline is October 29th, 2025