Women in Leadership

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ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Women in Leadership is a customized program for women leaders who are ready to take charge of their careers, develop as a leader and form lasting relationships with the fellow women in their cohort. Based on research and trends, this workshop will empower participants to shatter the glass ceiling and achieve their goals.

The content focuses on topic areas that will elevate your leadership capabilities to the next level and beyond, including:

Exploring a meaningful career
Creating your personal brand
Communicating with impact
Networking with a purpose
Building cultural competence
Influencing others
Making decisions confidently
Negotiating skillfully
And more!

Women in Leadership provides a blended learning approach to participants including:

In-person cohort-based activities and discussion
In-person group coaching sessions
One-on-one professional coaching
Guided self-reflection and self-study

Our team recognizes that gender and identity are part of a spectrum and can be complex. We welcome dialogue and questions. We also wish to create a safer space for the expression and growth of all nonbinary, trans, intersex, genderfluid people, and people who are also members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Women in Leadership was an amazing experience! Not only did I get the opportunity to learn and grow from other women in a multitude of industries, but I also gained incredible insight from Mita. She presented exciting content regarding different topics ranging from how we stand in our own way (and how to overcome those) to salary negotiations. 10/10 recommend signing up for this course.

Vanessa Snelgrove-GouldRedWater Events

It was helpful to walk through my leadership journey with so many fierce and amazing leaders. I appreciated the thought-provoking content and the vulnerability and authenticity of those within my cohort to make meaning. Thanks for the opportunity!

Susan ProctorGrand Valley State University

My first session of Women in Leadership was an eye-opener. I was welcomed into a space where women were sharing their journeys, their struggles, and their triumphs. We laughed, exchanged stories, and learned from one another. Reflecting on it, I can genuinely say it's been a transformative part of my journey, filled with genuine connections and moments of growth.

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Meet the Facilitator

Session 1: Leading with Purpose
Strengthen leadership presence and clarity of purpose. Define a values-driven leadership brand that builds confidence, credibility, and authentic influence.

Session 2: Communication & Connection
Communicate with confidence and executive presence. Build strategic relationships and networks that expand influence, trust, and leadership effectiveness.

Session 3: Influence & Cultural Awareness
Lead across differences with confidence and impact. Strengthen cultural awareness and inclusive leadership practices that drive collaboration, engagement, and performance.

Session 4: Decision-Making & Behavioral Insight
Lead decisively in complex and high-stakes situations. Master behavioral tendencies to improve judgment, manage risk, and elevate leadership outcomes.

Session 5: Advocacy & Negotiation
Advocate for value and advancement with confidence. Strengthen negotiation skills for compensation, opportunity, and leadership growth.

Session 6: Leading Forward
Integrate growth into action. Articulate a clear leadership narrative and present a capstone demonstrating readiness to lead at the next level.

2026 Session Dates

Spring Cohort

Sessions occur bi-weekly on Mondays from 1:00 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Fall Cohort

Sessions occur bi-weekly on Mondays from 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Attendance at all program sessions is mandatory to achieve the full value of the program. If you cannot adjust your schedule to accommodate full participation, please consider applying at a time when you have greater flexibility. Registration will close one week prior to the first session, or when the cohort reaches capacity.

Cost and Scholarships

Tuition must be paid in full by the first class session.

$ 1,750

$ 2,250

If you have questions on payment or need to discuss setting up a payment plan, please contact Amy de Jonge, Talent & Leadership Program Manager, at amy@grandrapids.org. There are a limited number of partial scholarship funds available. Please submit the following scholarship application form NO LATER than 30 days prior to the first session to be considered.

This session is eligible for 18 SHRM PDC’s. Information on claiming your credits will be sent directly to your registered email address upon completion of the program.