University of Utah Executive Education

Celebrating our Fall 2024 Women in Leadership cohorts! 🌟 These two remarkable groups stepped into the program with courage, embracing the challenge of ‘being comfortable with being uncomfortable.’ 💪✨ Their growth, determination, and resilience have been nothing short of inspiring. While we’ll miss seeing them every other week, we’re excited to welcome them to our alumni network and can’t wait to see where their journeys take them. 🚀🎉 Here’s to the Fall 2024 cohorts and their bright futures! 🌟

Finding balance is possible. Join us on February 8 at the Leading With Balance Brunch, hosted by Eccles Women in Leadership, to learn from experienced businesswomen how to integrate work-life balance into your daily life. You'll have the chance to network with women from Utah while you enjoy delicious brunch favorites!

This free event will take place on campus from 9 - 11:30 a.m. Seats are limited, so register now!

Register here: https://eccles.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_38hhFVqC41YqRjU?Q_PopulateResponse=%7B%22QID9%22%3A%222%22%7D

We're thrilled to announce an outstanding duo of speakers for our 2025 Women's Symposium!

Join us for an intimate Campfire Chat with Michelle Smith (Chief People Officer; President of Miller Sports + Entertainment) and Kris Bosman (Chief Alumni Relations Officer, University of Utah). They will share their inspiring career journeys and offer insights into the triumphs and challenges they encountered along the way. From navigating the male-dominated sports industry in the 90s to overcoming obstacles and seizing opportunities both professionally and personally, they will candidly discuss the strategies and mindset that propelled them forward.

You won't want to miss the chance to learn from these two amazing women! Register now!

In-person registration: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/64d0de978aad4807b6a3d1308236b0c3
Virtual registration: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/ce8960824f7b40d693880b22c17649e5

Congratulations to the recent graduates of Executive Education's inaugural Organizational Leadership Certificate program! 🎓🚀 You did it! 🥳

Throughout this transformative journey, you've gained invaluable knowledge, forged meaningful connections, and nurtured lasting relationships. 🤝 This cohort-based program has been phenomenal, offering impactful instruction and fostering amazing personal and professional growth. 🌱💼

Here's a glimpse into the enriching classes that shaped this remarkable journey:

Leading High-Performance Teams | Jennifer Cummings, Ph.D.: Equipping you with the skills to lead teams to new heights of productivity and success.

Motivating Key Employees while Encouraging Innovation | Brian Cadman, Ph.D.: Inspiring innovation and fostering a culture of creativity within your organization.

Workplace Mental Health & Resilient Leadership | Glen Kreiner, Ph.D.: Prioritizing mental health and building resilience for yourself and your team.

Building a Dynamic Strategy for My Organization | Jen Brown, Ph.D.: Developing strategic vision and agility to navigate complex business landscapes.

Creating and Maintaining a Positive Workplace Culture | Michael Waterman, MA, CHG Healthcare VP: Cultivating a culture of positivity, inclusivity, and excellence.

Mindful Leadership and Communication | Georgi Rausch, Ph.D.: Harnessing the power of mindfulness to enhance communication and leadership effectiveness.

Your dedication, perseverance, and passion have truly shone throughout this program, and we can't wait to witness the incredible contributions you'll make as leaders in your respective fields. 🌟 Keep shining bright, graduates! 🌟 🎉

📢 P.S. Exciting news! Executive Education is currently accepting applications for our Fall cohort. Interested individuals can learn more about the program on our website. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! 🚀

Utah's Women in Leadership Certificate program is a great way to take the next step in your career journey! Join us for a free webinar on June 20 to learn more.

We’re thrilled to announce that the Financial Times has released its rankings for Executive Education programs. For the second year in a row, the University of Utah has proven itself home to one of the best Executive Education programs in the country! 🎉

Our program now ranks:
✨ Top 3 in the nation for open enrollment programs
✨ Top 5 in the nation for custom programs
✨ 9.64/10 in overall satisfaction

We couldn’t have achieved such spectacular rankings without our students, faculty, staff, and other supporters. Thank you all for making the University of Utah Executive Education program such an outstanding one!

🎉 Congratulations to Women in Leadership alumna, Lizzy Solies, on being recognized by as one of their 30 Women to Watch Honorees! 🌟 Lizzy has achieved many incredible accomplishments in the three years since completing the Women in Leadership program, and we can't wait to see what she does next!

🎉👏🏼 Huge congratulations to Courtney Garay on the achievement of earning your Executive Leadership Certificate! 🌟 Your dedication and hard work truly shine through as you completed the following transformative Executive Leadership classes:

📊 Finance for Non-Financial Leader

⚔️ Conflict Management and Resolution

🎯 Mastering Strategic Leadership

💼 Leading with Ethics and EI

🌱 Growth through Feedback and Interpersonal Skills

🏆 Habits of Success for Leaders

This accomplishment is a testament to your unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth. The leadership skills you've cultivated are not only impressive but will undoubtedly continue to flourish, positively impacting everyone around you.🌟

🚀 We're thrilled to share the experience from our recent "Leading in a Rapidly Changing Environment" class taught by Bonita Austin, MBA at Executive Education! 🌟

🤝 Networking Experience: Participants found connecting with professionals from diverse backgrounds invaluable. From insightful discussions to forging new connections, the networking opportunities were enriching and eye-opening. Building relationships with peers passionate about navigating change was a highlight!

📚 Course Content: Our participants dove deep into strategies for thriving amidst rapid change. From dynamic leadership approaches to innovative problem-solving techniques, the course equipped them with the tools to adapt, evolve, and lead with confidence in today's ever-changing landscape. Practical tools and methods, as well as interactive sessions, made the learning experience engaging and relevant.
Ready to lead with agility and resilience? Join us in embracing change and mastering leadership in Executive Education's "Leading in a Rapidly Changing Environment" class this September 12-13, 2024! 💼

We hosted a Wine/Sparking Cider and Cheese Pairing event with trivia to celebrate the Women in Leadership Online cohort we had in town for their kick-off. Alumni and current in-person students came to celebrate them, learn trivia about cheese and socialize. Thank you everyone who came out for the event and said "cheese" when we took this photo!

Shoutout to all the incredible women-owned businesses who were vendors at this year's women's symposium! Thank you for being an integral part of our event Nautical Bowls, A Perfect Arrangement, Angela's Catering, Elizabeth's Catering, Sweet Hazel & Co, Beehive Balloonery, JulieAnn Caramels, Salsa Queen! 🌟

Don't miss out on the opportunity to attend the 2024 Women's Symposium! Registration ends this Tuesday, so secure your spot now. Overflow and online tickets are still available. Join us to hear from inspiring speakers, Liz Findlay, Debra Fiori, and Chelsea Shields, PhD, along with insightful panelists, Alison Lutjemeier, Rachel Cottam, and Jenny Groberg. This event is a perfect kick-off to the University of Utah's Women's Week. Register today!

https://eccles.utah.edu/programs/executive-education/symposiums/