Leadership Center

LGNH

Leadership Greater New Haven

A 6-session program for professionals of all levels working in the corporate, nonprofit, and government sectors.

Practical Leadership Training

Participants will be trained in leadership styles, team management, collaboration, diversity, strategic planning, conflict resolution, emotional intelligence, and professional skills.

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Five Leadership Practices

The leadership class will explore the 5 leadership practices outlined in the national best-selling book, "The Leadership Challenge: How to Make Extraordinary Things Happen in Organizations."
 

Model the Way

Inspire a Shared Vision

Challenge the Process

Enable Others to Act

Encourage the Heart


​***Each participant will receive a copy of the book and will be given additional tools and resources, customized by our facilitators.***

Diversity & Inclusion Training and Immersion

Our Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity training focuses on the impact of these principles on businesses and communities, featuring case studies of successful implementations. This year, we introduce a diversity immersion program connecting participants with community leaders and providing resources to enhance connections with diverse groups. Topics include self-awareness, biases, team engagement, and strategies for fostering inclusive cultures.

Orientation to Greater New Haven Region

Additional topics include: Understanding Greater New Haven’s assets and opportunities, the challenges and benefits of doing business in the New Haven area, the resources and relationships to enable leaders to compete and be successful in the region.

Hands On/Real World Project Work

During the leadership sessions, participants will have a unique opportunity to apply their leadership competencies to solve real business issues. Leadership participants are divided into teams and assigned to solve a strategic challenge that will be identified by a nonprofit organization.  Teams will work together throughout the 6 month leadership program and will prepare a final presentation to help solve a real world business challenge.
XO

Executive Orientation

The Executive Orientation (XO) is a 3-session program for senior executives in various sectors to explore the Greater New Haven region's issues and dynamics, while connecting with local leaders.

Team Discussions and Collaboration on:

  • Transformative Solutions for the Disrupted Workplace / Maximizing Human Capital during Times of Crisis
  • Workforce Development - Issues, Trends, Resources
  • Advanced Strategic Readiness - How to use Data to Drive Outstanding Results
  • Energizing Your Board / Maximizing Board Responsiveness
  • The Role of Corporate Social Responsibility
 

Strategic Challenge Project

Time will be designated for additional information sharing and collaboration among XO participants to solve a strategic challenge that will be meaningful and impactful for the region!

Orientation to the Region

  • Economic Development / Regional Resources
  • Key Industries of the Region
  • What's Happening in Downtown New Haven?
  • Legislative and Municipal Updates - Meet Key Influencers
  • Leveraging the Gems of this region - Nonprofits & Higher Education Institutions 

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