CERTIFICATE: Leadership Development (In Person)

The Leadership Development Certificate course is a dynamic program designed to equip emerging leaders with the skills needed to excel in nonprofit leadership roles. Participants will gain practical knowledge in strategic thinking, team building, and effective communication, empowering them to lead confidently and drive impactful change within their organizations.

Part 1:  Developing a Shared Value Strategy  with David Harkins

04/03/25 from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm

Focuses on creating business strategies that generate both social impact and financial success. Participants will learn how to align their organization's goals with societal needs, fostering long-term value for both the community and the business.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the concept of shared value and its impact on both business and society.
• Learn how to align organizational goals with societal needs to create long-term value.
• Develop strategies for integrating social impact into business practices.

Part 2:  Communicating Better Using DISC with Nicole Provonchee

04/11/25 from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm

Teaches participants how to improve communication by understanding different personality types through the DISC model. Learn how to adapt your communication style to build stronger relationships, reduce conflicts, and enhance collaboration.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the four DISC personality types and their communication styles.
• Learn how to adapt your communication approach to different personalities.
• Improve collaboration and reduce conflicts through effective communication strategies.

Part 3: Performance Management and Evaluation with John Thalheimer

05/01/25 from 9:00 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 levers of performance
• Explore how to establish employees’ performance expectations
• Learn how to evaluate and manage your team’s performance
• Improve coaching skills to guide employees

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

05/15/25 from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm

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

Learning Objectives:

• Understand how to create a culture of self-care
• Understand your self-care story and take practical steps toward staff well-being
• Be more mindful and grounded to prevent workplace burnout

SKILL LEVEL: BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE

*Workshop times are Central Standard Time.

Registration deadline is March 28th,2025.