Leading at the organizational level demands more than experience – it requires the agility to grow, adapt, and lead with intention. Success in this space often hinges on cultivating a growth mindset and self-awareness to continuously expand your skills, behaviors, and strategic capabilities, thereby driving impact and advancing institutional priorities.
By attending Leading for Impact, you will have an opportunity to develop actionable strategies that address your unique leadership challenges related to shaping organizational culture, leading through change, and strategic implementation.
Who Should Attend?
This program is open to staff and faculty. Representative titles may include, but are not limited to, Associate or Vice Dean, Center Director, Administrator, Department or Vice Chair, Designated Institutional Official, Executive or Senior Director, Division or Section Chief.
Participant responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, budgetary and strategic operational planning, the oversight of administration and accreditation, administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, faculty development, performance and human resource management, and financial planning and management.
Upcoming Programs
Leading for Impact is offered both virtually and in person throughout the year. No matter the format you choose to attend, this program will equip you with the skills to lead with confidence and impact.
In Person:
January 12-14, 2027
Thompson Savannah, by Hyatt
Savannah, GA
Virtual Workshop Series:
2027 Dates: TBA
2026 Dates:
Workshop 1: Shaping Organizational Culture
July 21 & 23, 2026 | 1 - 4 p.m. ET
Workshop 2: Leading Through Change
October 13 & 15, 2026 | 1 - 4 p.m. ET
Workshop 3: Implementing Strategy as a Leader
December 1 & 3, 2026 | 1 - 4 p.m. ET
Registration and Fees
The registration fee for the 2027 in-person program is $3,050 early bird and $3,500 standard.
The registration fee for the 2026 virtual workshops is $725 per workshop or $1950 for all three.
Fees may slightly increase in future offerings. Early bird rates are only available for a limited time.
The fee does not include the optional CME fee or travel and hotel accommodations for in-person sessions; however, most meals are provided for in-person programs.
Learning Objectives
At program completion, participants will be ready to immediately:
- Lead collaboratively to drive change at their institution.
- Align organizational culture to lead change initiatives.
- Apply a systems-thinking approach to decision-making and strategy implementation.
- Discover techniques for influencing others and align goals with strategy.