The Global Leadership League upcoming events

LinkedIn Workshop: Tricks and Treats for a Profile Refresh (20 Oct 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Let’s be real; Linkedin can be a spooky place. Have you been avoiding engaging with the platform? Do you know your intended updates, but cannot seem to find the time to make them? Maybe you feel totally lost, and that’s okay. Come join the Early-Career Professionals affinity group to learn tips to refresh your Linkedin Profile. Spend time in community through a brief workshop and working session. Join us to learn some tricks, and leave with the treat of an inspired digital presence.

Note that this event is targeted to Early-Career Professionals, however anyone is welcome to attend!

About Us:

Katie Claggett is a Strategic Enablement Manager at CEA CAPA Education Abroad. She recently completed a graduate degree in International Education Management at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies, where she also served as a Mentor Fellow for the Conflict Transformation Fellowship Program. Katie calls Maryland home, and has worked, volunteered, and studied in various countries including Chile, Morocco, and Belize. Katie's professional experience centers in education abroad with a focus on marketing and alumni relations. Katie holds a Bachelor's Degree from Guilford College in Sociology and Anthropology, and is an avid Ultimate Frisbee player and aspiring gardener.

Hayley Barriere is the Education Abroad Programs Coordinator at the Office of International Education at the University of Vermont. She has held this position since 2022. Hayley primarily works with faculty-led study abroad programs and students participating in independent international travel opportunities. She is a UVM alum, graduating with an undergraduate degree in Global Studies in 2019 and an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies in 2025. In her free time, Hayley enjoys traveling, riding her bike, skiing, and searching for the best ice cream in the state of Vermont.

New to Management: Affinity Group (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The New to Management Affinity Group is for new managers, experienced managers, soon-to-be managers, and "maybe someday" managers. This group is here to support all of us on our management journeys. Our discussions can cover tricky terrain - feedback! motivation! burn out! (oh my!) - or serve as a sounding board for new ideas and approaches. This group exists to give us a space where we can create a community and connect with other busy professionals, allowing us to continue to show up for our teams (and for ourselves) in a way that aligns with our intentions and values.

Elizabeth Erbeznik (she/her) is an international educator with nearly two decades of experience in higher education. Her first role in education involved teaching English to middle schoolers as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Madagascar. (Had her Malagasy colleagues done a performance review of her teaching abilities back then, she'd have been placed squarely in the "needs improvement" phase.) She then went on to earn a PhD in Comparative Literature from the University of Texas at Austin. After spending several years teaching college-level French and leading study abroad programs in Paris and Bordeaux, she took a role in the Academic Affairs department at WorldStrides (originally ISA) in 2015. She loves onboarding new colleagues, setting goals, meeting quarterly objectives, and collaborating with her team to ensure that they're supporting student learning on all their programs. In her spare time, she thrives by hanging out with her family in Austin, TX, reading, writing short stories, and traveling.

LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group Meeting (28 Oct 2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join the LGBTQIA+ Affinity group for a recharging spooky session of frightful fun. As always, we will check in on work/life and share tips, tricks, and resources as needed. This group exists to give space and create community for queer (and ally) professionals, allowing us to show up refreshed for our teams, students, clients, institutions, families, friends, and selves. I will prepare some Halloween themed activities for us as well. Happy Halloween!

If you have any feedback, ideas, or questions for future group meetings, please email me at racollier@davidson.edu. See you soon!

LGBTQ+ Affinity Host:

Ramil Collier is an International Education professional who has worked in the field for over 5 years. Ramil’s journey began in the study abroad office of a small college in Michigan in 2016 and has served in various capacities on both the institution and provider side during the past 5 years. Ramil is an openly gay professional who uses he/they pronouns and has navigated working for religiously affiliated schools as well supporting students in different diverse scenarios. In their current role, Ramil serves as an Education Abroad Advisor for a College in North Carolina.

New to Management: Affinity Group (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 19:00:00 GMT

AI & Education: Preparing Students for a World That's Already Here (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 17:00:00 GMT

AI is rapidly changing how students learn, how educators teach, and how people prepare for their careers. But the conversation around AI in education often gets stuck between two extremes: excitement about what the technology can do and concern about what it might replace.

In this interactive session, Julia Dixon will explore what AI means for the future of education and how educators and leaders can think about it in a practical, human-centered way.

Participants will discuss how AI is changing the skills students need, the role educators play when information and content are increasingly easy to generate, and why uniquely human abilities such as critical thinking, self-awareness, communication, judgment, and storytelling may become even more important in an AI-powered world.

Rather than focusing on specific tools or platforms, the session will encourage participants to think more broadly about how education can evolve alongside AI and how we can prepare students not simply to use AI, but to thrive in a world shaped by it. Participants will walk away with:

A clearer understanding of how AI is changing education and the future of work
Insight into the skills that may become more valuable as AI capabilities grow
A framework for thinking about AI as a complement to human intelligence rather than simply a replacement for human work
Ideas for helping students use AI thoughtfully, responsibly, and effectively
Questions educators and leaders should be considering now as they prepare students for an AI-powered future.

Guest Speaker:

Julia Dixon is the Founder and CEO of ESAI and the creator of Identity Intelligence™, pioneering new ways for people to understand their strengths, communicate their value, and create opportunity in the age of AI.

A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and Shark Tank entrepreneur backed by Mark Cuban, Julia has become a leading voice at the intersection of AI, education, Gen Z, and the future of work. Her insights have been featured by Forbes, WIRED, TechCrunch, Bloomberg, AdAge, and other major outlets, and she has spoken at events including ASU+GSV’s AIR Show and Betaworks’ AI Camp.

Before founding ESAI, Julia worked as a college advisor, where she saw firsthand how access to personalized guidance could dramatically shape a student's opportunities. That experience inspired her to build technology that makes high-quality, ethical AI guidance accessible to students regardless of background.

Today, ESAI has reached more than 20 million people and empowered over 750,000 students to discover and communicate what makes them stand out. Julia's work explores one of the most important questions facing education today: as AI changes how we learn and work, how do we ensure that technology helps people become more distinctly human, not less?

Personal Leadership & Development Host:

Gina Mahfood

Gina Mahfood is Chief of Staff and Revenue Operations at ESAI, an AI-powered platform helping people better understand, articulate, and communicate who they are across education, career, and life transitions.

Working across sales, operations, product, marketing, and customer experience, Gina spends much of her time in the spaces between teams, turning big ideas into executable plans and making sure the right people, processes, and information stay connected.

Her background spans operations, revenue strategy, higher education, study abroad, and student support, giving her a unique perspective on both building a growing startup and understanding the people it serves.

At ESAI, Gina helps drive go-to-market strategy, build scalable operational systems, support university and organizational partnerships, and translate company goals into measurable outcomes. She is especially interested in how AI can help people navigate major transitions without losing the human context, identity, and experiences that make them who they are.

Gina is based in Arizona and is known for bringing equal parts structure, curiosity, and practicality to messy problems, especially the ones that don't fit neatly into anyone's job description.

Co-Host:

Amy Henry, Executive Director Office of Global Education, Georgia Tech

Amy Henry leads Georgia Tech’s Office of International Education (OIE), which collaborates with faculty to lead student-centered internationalization. OIE serves the campus through education abroad, international student and scholar services, and on-campus internationalization. Amy is a Georgia Tech Culture Champion, Co-Chair of the Provost’s Diversity Council, and a certified Bold and Inclusive Conversation Facilitator. Amy serves international and higher education through volunteer leadership in professional organizations such as the Executive Committee of the Global Leadership League and the planning committee for the Annual Colloquium on International Engineering Education. Amy is an alumna of the College of William and Mary (B.A. Sociology) and Georgia Tech (M.S. International Affairs).

New to Management: Affinity Group (15 Dec 2026)

Tue, 15 Dec 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (06 Jan 2027)

Wed, 06 Jan 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

A real world, practical, and interactive professional development experience that strengthens time management, communication, and professional judgment—equipping individuals to contribute with confidence and their organizations to build stronger, more effective teams.

Program Description

Hard skills alone are no longer enough, and on-the-job training is a scarce resource in fast-paced offices. The workplace has always required teams who work well together and can solve challenging situations and celebrate success. Everyone is expected to juggle more no matter the role and experience and organizations want to retain talented staff.

Becoming an effective professional begins with the foundational approaches and shared values where teams operate with similar respect and understanding of their organizational systems. Adopting best workplace practices assures you are viewed as a positive contributor which can lead to more responsibility and growth.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence is an action-oriented, cost-effective certificate program that invests in developing employees to succeed in today’s workplace. Through eight, 60-minute modules, participants learn tools that strengthen their performance and contributions while building a network of fellow colleagues.

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (13 Jan 2027)

Wed, 13 Jan 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

Program Description

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (20 Jan 2027)

Wed, 20 Jan 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

Program Description

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (27 Jan 2027)

Wed, 27 Jan 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

Program Description

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (03 Feb 2027)

Wed, 03 Feb 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

Program Description

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (10 Feb 2027)

Wed, 10 Feb 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

Program Description

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (17 Feb 2027)

Wed, 17 Feb 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

Program Description

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.

Pillars of Workplace Excellence - Certificate Program (24 Feb 2027)

Wed, 24 Feb 2027 16:00:00 GMT

Register by December 18 to Join for Jan. 6-Feb. 24, 2027

Pillars of Workplace Excellence: The Cornerstone of Successful Careers

Solidify the Foundation. Accelerate Your Impact.

Program Description

This Program is Designed for:

● New and early-career professionals.

● Organizations seeking to retain talented staff, invest in professional development, and strengthen workplace culture to meet goals.

● Professionals supporting global education in any type of role – operational, programmatic, or advising.

● Professionals desiring a reset and refresh into best workplace practices.

● New to Management leaders who will train and develop their team.

By the End of This Program, Participants Will:

● Take greater ownership and make sound, solution-focused decisions

● Communicate and collaborate more effectively across cultures and organizational levels

● Manage time and prioritize for increased efficiency

● Navigate workplace hierarchy in support of leadership and organizational goals

● Learn and apply practical tools from the program to their daily work

● Develop an action plan to demonstrate learning and impact aligned to role and organization's goals.

What Your Organization Gains:

● Stronger accountability and follow-through, so projects stay on track and deadlines are met

● Smoother cross-functional collaboration, breaking down silos and speeding up shared work

● Fewer communication breakdowns, reducing rework, delays, and misunderstandings

● More confident, professional employees who represent your organization well with stakeholders and colleagues

● A more inclusive, culturally responsive workplace that improves engagement, teamwork, and retention

● A stronger leadership pipeline,preparing emerging leaders to step into larger roles and reducing the cost of external hiring

How the Program Works:

● Eight live, facilitator-led sessions on Zoom, designed to be interactive, with chat, breakout rooms, and "camera-on" participation

● Mandatory attendance, with make-up options for up to two missed sessions

● ~30 minutes of pre-session material per week, so live sessions focus on discussion and practice

● Real-world workplace scenarios, so skills are practiced in situations participants actually face

● Practical tools for immediate use on the job

● A weekly workbook to capture key takeaways and apply them to your own role

● Final Action and Impact Plan

Dates, Pricing & What's Included

Cohort Schedule (weekly sessions, Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET)
Winter Cohort: January 6-February 24; Register by December 18
Summer Cohort: July 7-August 25
Fall Cohort: October 20-December 15 (no session Thanksgiving week)
Limited to 25 participants per cohort for personalized attention and interaction

Included in Your Registration

Pre-session reading materials
Weekly workbook
Online materials and interaction space
Certificate of completion

Attendance: Participants may miss up to two sessions and complete make-up work.