Leadership Forum Overview

“I thought the content was amazing. There was excellent engagement, and I really valued the time to sit and learn.”

“It was great to have so many opportunities for group exercises and personal reflection.”

“The Leadership Forum took a much deeper dive than I was expecting in terms of self-reflection. I really enjoyed the richness and vulnerability of the topics and conversations we had.”

“Such a diverse variety of people, perspectives, and lessons, from core facilitators to guests to the quality of the cohort. Really surpassed my expectations.”

The Leadership Forum develops and fosters leadership skills of mid-career members of AIA Minnesota and MSP NOMA. The content of the curriculum provides insight and tools for growth in the areas of leadership styles, values, self-awareness, intercultural leadership, communication, motivation, and engagement. In addition, these concepts are explored through the presentation of leadership case studies, the discussion of future trends and advocacy, and examples of how to apply and implement these concepts.

The content is presented by a variety of leaders, including AEC professionals, academic instructors and independent consultants. Through a combination of lectures, panel discussions, small group breakout sessions, and periods of self- reflection, participants will gain a better understanding of who they are, their strengths, and their leadership styles. They will be presented with new tools and skills to gain a greater confidence for the roles they play in their personal relationships, project teams, firms, and community. The Leadership Forum ultimately provides each cohort with a network of diverse professionals focused on leadership development.

January 15: Morning – What to expect; and Getting to know your cohort

January 29: Morning – Defining Leadership and Cultivating Change
Afternoon – Knowing and Using Your Strengths to Lead

February 19: Full day –Building Trust and Engagement

March 19: Full day – Intercultural Leadership

April 16: Full day – Leadership and Communication

May 21: Full day – Leadership Stories and Lessons Learned

June 18: Morning – Leadership and Advocacy: What is Your Story?
Afternoon – Dare to Lead by Brene Brown – discussion & exercises

July 9: Morning – Keynote and Reflecting and Charting Your Path Forward
Afternoon – Personal time for reflection

July 23: Afternoon – Touchpoint group share. Celebration Reception