Whether you're an emerging leader or a seasoned veteran, guiding your organization through times of change is a different skillset than business-as-usual. Be the leader your people need to overcome the discomfort and pains of growth and change. This session will walk you through how to create alignment around an action plan, develop change agents, and create a metrics driven organization geared for growth and resilience.
Michele Nichols - Launch Team Inc
4 Key Elements to Get Buy-In to Change - in 1 Day!
Implementing change in a company is difficult, to say the least. According to Gallup research, more than 70% of change initiatives do not achieve their objectives. Among the major causes cited: Lack of employee engagement and employee resistance to change. This presentation presents techniques, proven in use for over 25 years, that have helped companies rapidly accomplish large-scale, sustainable change, developing buy-in, participation and contribution to change. Using these techniques has helped companies simultaneously achieve operational excellence, create an improvement-seeking culture, attract and retain employees and implement ongoing digital transformation. Takeaways include: 4 key elements of achieving buy-in to change, The value of implementation at speed, and Working with an already-busy organization and executives.
Paul Vragel- 4aBetterBusiness, Inc.
How Effective is Your Leadership Team?
In order to grow your business and realize the value in your business when you retire, you need to have a strong leadership team. That team has to have skills that can complement your skill deficiencies which is particularly critical as your grow your business. How do you know if your team is the right team to take your business to the next level? In this session you will receive tools to help you evaluate the strength of your leadership team and identify the career development that they need to grow with your business and not hold it back.
Mark Ernst - Ernst Enterprises, LLC
Managing Difficult Conversations: Strategies for Effective Leadership
In this essential session, participants will learn how to navigate and manage difficult conversations with confidence and clarity. We will cover crucial strategies, including active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution techniques, to help leaders approach sensitive topics effectively. Attendees will gain practical tools to de-escalate tension, foster open dialogue, and build trust within their teams. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped with actionable skills to transform challenging discussions into opportunities for growth and collaboration, enhancing their overall leadership effectiveness. Join us to strengthen your communication skills and become a more impactful leader!
Adrienne Wise - Wise Choice Counseling and Consulting Services®️
Manufacturing Empathy: Building a Human-Centric Industry in a Machine-Centric World
In a world increasingly driven by machines and automation, empathy has become the most powerful—and underutilized—tool in manufacturing leadership. This presentation explores how empathy can transform workplace culture, drive innovation, and improve retention by fostering trust and collaboration. Attendees will discover how human-centric leadership creates stronger connections across teams, builds resilience, and inspires greater engagement. Through compelling case studies and actionable strategies, this session equips leaders with the tools to make manufacturing not just a machine-driven industry but a people-first one.
Jim Mayer - The Manufacturing Connector
Leadership Resiliency: Handling Setbacks with Confidence
Setbacks are inevitable in fast-paced organizations, and as leaders, we must remain adaptable and resilient. But how can we recover quickly from challenges while continuing to lead effectively? In this insightful session, the presenter will draw from her extensive executive coaching experience to share strategies for fostering resilience in yourself and your team. She will provide practical tools to strengthen coping skills, boost confidence, and navigate adversity with greater ease. Attendees will gain actionable insights to develop resilience, allowing them to bounce back from obstacles more efficiently and inspire their teams. By implementing these strategies, leaders can become role models who help employees cultivate their own resilience. Additionally, the presenter will introduce research on Stress Inoculation, a method for reinforcing mental toughness and adaptability. Walk away with the knowledge and skills needed to recover from challenges quickly and create a work environment where resilience is a core strength.
M.J. Clark - Integrated Leadership Systems
