Smith College Executive Education

💪 Unlock the Power of Your Strengths as a Leader

💡 Save 35% at registration with code FALL35

In Leading for Impact: A Strengths-Based Approach, you’ll discover how to identify and leverage your unique talents to boost engagement, performance, and team culture.

Led by Gallup-certified Strengths Coach Kim Kenney-Rockwal, MBA, SPHR, this live online session helps you apply the Gallup CliftonStrengths® framework to lead with authenticity and impact.

📅 October 22 | Live Online | 1–4 p.m. ET
⏰ Registration closes October 15!

🎓 Be part of our 45-year legacy of empowering leaders. Don’t miss your opportunity to join one of our final programs!

👉 Register now: https://execed.smith.edu/programs/leading-impact-strengths-based-approach-single-session

For 45 years, Smith College Executive Education has provided transformative leadership experiences for professionals around the world. As we celebrate this milestone, we also announce that we will no longer offer the program after December 2025. This decision allows Smith College to focus on its core mission: delivering an outstanding undergraduate education for women. We extend heartfelt thanks to the faculty, staff, participants, and partners who made this program's legacy possible. Your contributions have shaped leaders and created lasting impact in workplaces and communities worldwide. We hope you'll join us at one of our remaining events this fall. Please check the calendar for details:

Calendar | Smith College Executive Education Leadership Programs Upcoming live online programs

Did you know that anyone who has attended Smith College Executive Education's in-person programming is welcome to join our complimentary quarterly networking sessions? These live online gatherings extend your leadership journey beyond campus - helping you maintain connections, share insights, and expand your network year-round.

This quarter's session is happening on September 17, 2025 and we have another one coming up on December 2nd! These are great opportunities to reflect on your in-person experiences, engage in rich conversations, and reignite the energy and momentum that began during your program.

If you attended an on-campus program with us, keep your eyes open for an email from us about these upcoming networking events. Hope to see you virtually as we continue the conversations we started in person together.

Register here: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/i0hMsA6/g/jn7WQ8Fean

Note: All programs that usually take place on Smith College campus were run virtually in 2020 & 2021. Participants of those programs are also welcome to join our networking events.

Registration is now open for our newest live-online single session program, "Leading For Impact- A Strengths Based Approach".

This interactive half-day live-online session focuses on developing individual talents into leadership strengths, empowering both emerging and seasoned leaders to maximize team potential. Participants will gain confidence, actionable strategies, and the ability to cultivate a strengths-driven workplace culture.

Space is limited, scan the QR code to register now!

Group and non-profit rates are available.

This week we welcome the 2025 cohort of “From Specialist to Strategist” to the Smith College campus!

The 2025 S2S cohort kicked off the week by connecting at our welcome reception on Sunday night and jumped right in on Monday with our day 1 focus: Elevating Strategic Thinking

From Specialist to Strategist has been leveraged by Fortune 500 and beyond organizations for over 2 decades. This 5 day in-person program is part of our signature in-person series designed to meet the moment of the leadership journey.

From Specialist to Strategist- emerging leaders

Advancing Leadership- mid-level leaders

Directing Innovation- Senior Global Executives

Smith College Executive Education has been providing impactful leadership development programs for over 45 years! Reach out to learn more!

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Understanding financial principles is key to making informed decisions and driving business success.

Don’t miss your opportunity to sharpen your financial skills and enhance your leadership impact! Limited spots are still available for our Financial Acuity Certificate program- register today to secure your spot!

Live Online interactive program

Tuesdays 1-4pm April 8, 15, 22 & 29

Enroll now: bit.ly/FinancialAcuity

Elevate your leadership with Smith College Exec Ed’s Advancing Leadership program, taking place this Spring, from April 27th - May 1.

This program is designed to empower mid-career executives to make a significant impact. Our immersive program offers vital business and leadership skills development, benefiting both you and your organization.

Key curriculum highlights include: 🔸 Effective negotiation with multiple stakeholders 🔸 Influencing and inspiring teams 🔸 Recognizing and mitigating biases 🔸 Cross-organization collaboration 🔸 Leading with resilience

With guidance from world-class faculty, you will be equipped to navigate the demands of leadership and drive your organization’s success!

To discuss how Smith College Executive Education çan empower your leaders schedule a meeting https://lnkd.in/g3TEPfBf

Ready to join us? Register today to secure your spot!

https://events.blackthorn.io/en/i0hMsA6/g/jn7WQ8Fean/advancing-leadership-2025-5a3tS61i3b7/overview

Don't forget to register for this week's Community Keynote on Navigating Difficult Conversations with Dawn Ziegerer!

February 27 | 1 - 2 p.m. ET | Smith College Executive Education

This is a one-hour, engaging session to explore how to build trust through meaningful dialogue. You'll walk through a six-step framework to confidently prepare for, structure, and navigate difficult conversations while preserving collaboration.

We encourage you to share this complimentary learning opportunity with your colleagues and ERG groups, as registration is open to all at no-cost: https://lnkd.in/eu7ZfufE

Communicate with confidence and authority to inspire, influence and drive success!

Registration is open and space is limited for the 2025 cohort of our Leadership Communication Certificate program!

This dynamic, interactive program focuses on the three pillars of effective communication: Strategy, Structure and Style. Led by expert faculty, each session is designed to build off the last, providing participants a robust, impactful learning experience.

Day 1: Powerful Presentations
Day 2: The Art of Storytelling
Day 3: Personal Presence & Impact

“The program exceeded my expectations and provided insights I could apply to my presentations and team meetings right away.” - past participant

Open to all aspiring and current leaders.

https://events.blackthorn.io/en/i0hMsA6/g/jn7WQ8Fean/leadership-communication-certificate-2025-5a3tS62Hvbq/overview

Celebrating 45 Years of Empowering Women Leaders!

Our 2025 program calendar has something for everyone!

From our signature in-person women’s leadership programs and live-online certificate programs to our new single session live-online programs we are excited to provide learning opportunities to meet the moment of your career!

Here’s to a great 2025!

Free One-Hour Webinar - Making Flex Work: Defining Success on Your Own Terms
Register here: bit.ly/SmithMakingFlexWork

"Ask for what you want." That’s the general advice the world gives people (specifically women) when it comes to succeeding in the corporate world, but that’s only half the advice and it is this half-story that causes most people to fail at getting what they want. The other half is about knowing what you are currently doing and what you are willing to do to make what you want a reality.

By leveraging engineering principles, the EVALuation Method will help you be more intentional with your time, so you can redefine success for yourself and your company. Participants will leave with:

• Tools to understand where they currently spend their time.
• Strategies for being intentional with their time.
• A new perspective on ways for effective work