Cohort-based program

A collaborative leadership development experience

The Center for Exceptional Leadership’s cohort-based learning program begins with an individualized assessment of leadership style, strengths and weaknesses. Participants then enter a cohort program where, in the company of other leaders, they deepen their understanding of themselves and develop the habits of thoughtful leadership — all under the mentorship of a leadership-development team. Our executive coaches and cohort facilitators comprise the region’s preeminent team of authorities on personal and professional development.

The cohort-based leadership program is offered on three tracks:

• Executive: C-suite, presidents and vice presidents
• Senior: senior-level managers and directors
• Foundational: team members new to leadership positions

Executive and Senior Leadership Programs

Over the course of the 16-month cohort program — which begins with a four-day immersion session — participants define a set of development goals, then devise and execute a formal project to achieve them.

Foundational Leadership Program

Beginning with a full-day retreat, followed by seven monthly half-day sessions, participants explore topics such as self-awareness, motivation and influence, being inclusive, coaching for performance, and creating team culture and lasting impact. Ultimately, each participant creates a lasting strategy for developing themselves and others that is integrated with their organizational priorities and objectives.