September
Leading from Within
Tuesday, September 15
7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
This full-day foundational session is designed to build momentum from the start—strengthening emotional intelligence and uncovering the habits that shape your influence.
Participants will each share “Own Your Journey” presentations from each participant. Attendees will also gain a clear framework for working with their mentor and maximizing the experience from day one.
Speakers include: Don Harkey CEO at People Centric Consulting Group; Max Buetow CEO at CoxHealth; Tom Douglas CEO and Chris Huels president of JMARK.
October
Your Personal Brand
Tuesday, October 20
7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Your leadership is already speaking. The question is: are you shaping the message?
This session focuses on defining and elevating your personal leadership brand, guided by SpeakHer Coach Lori Robertson. Through guided exercises and real-time feedback, you’ll learn how to communicate your value, build visibility and show up consistently across every room you’re in.
In addition to Lori, cohort participants will hear from Claire Sakaoka, brand strategist and career positioning expert, on how executives can harness the power of LinkedIn to build their influence in the community.
November
Next Level Leadership
Tuesday, November 17
7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
As your influence grows, so does the complexity.
City Manager David Cameron will kick this session off by exploring what it takes to disrupt the tired leadership advice and level up your impact. Spencer Harris, president at Mostly Serious, will share practical frameworks for decisions you can put to work immediately.
January
Winning from Within
Tuesday, January 19
7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
The most effective leaders foster a culture of ownership for their teams.
In this session, you’ll learn from Jack Stack, CEO of SRC Holdings, how to empower your teams to own it because when employees feel like owners, everyone wins. Coach Perry at Nixa High School will equip attendees with tools to build resilience and create a culture of ownership inside your organization.
February
Leading Under Pressure
Tuesday, February 16
7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Leadership can be loud. The pressure. The expectations. The scoreboard.
This session is designed to help you navigate the realities leaders face today—burnout, uncertainty and high expectations. You’ll build practical strategies for managing your own mental health, learn how to support your team through challenges and strengthen your ability to lead when it matters most. Speakers include: Director of Be Well Initiatives Bailey Pyle, Spencer Harris of Mostly Serious and more.
March
Clarity for What's Next
Tuesday, March 30
7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The last full-day session marks the beginning of what's next, facilitated by Executive Coach Jill Phillips.
In this final capstone program day, you’ll step back to look ahead. Ron Bogart, CEO of Gold Mechanical, will kick off the day with a behind-the-scenes look at his succession planning.
Then, Jill will share how to continue carving out clarity breaks for yourself. Through guided strategy work and peer insight, you’ll leave with a clear plan and the confidence to execute it.
