Executive Leadership Program

About Executive Leadership
Senior leaders are uniquely positioned to transform their organizations and the communities they touch. To be able to accomplish this, these leaders must learn to see themselves in new ways — now, and over the course of their careers.
This is not your typical leadership development program. We believe that leaders already possess many of the technical and interpersonal skills that have helped them to achieve their current role. Instead, this program will focus on cultivating an expansive, agile leadership mindset that has the capacity to embrace innovation and lead change. This is 21st century leadership.
This cohort experience will provide a collaborative environment where leaders can tap into the collective brilliance of their peers and be guided by leadership experts and personal executive coaches to work on real challenges they face. The result is an invigorated, purposeful and supportive network of leaders who are motivated to move forward — as individuals and together — to inspire a ripple effect of unprecedented positive change throughout their organizations and communities.
Certificate Snapshot
Format |
Course delivered in a virtual format with live instructor & student interaction |
Frequency |
5 days + 3 individual coaching sessions |
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Cohort experience |
Cost |
$5,000 |
With incredible instructors and guidance, I have brought a ton of knowledge and skills back to my employer which has strengthened our workforce.
- Kelly Powell
Sessions Overview
Built on a foundation of current leadership research, the program is designed to maximize linkages across three themes:
- Leading people: Understand human behavior — self as well as others; develop models and mindsets for innovation
- Leading organizations: Build and shape a culture where excellence thrives and scales
- Leading change: Discover that change leadership is about leaders transforming themselves in order to successfully lead transformation in their organizations
What You’ll Learn
By the end of the program, leaders will have gained the knowledge to:
- Realize their impact and drive behavioral change through the results of 1:1 coaching and leadership assessment data.
- Lead by design with authenticity, power, and a deeper understanding of human behavior and their own leadership strengths.
- Develop a powerful leadership purpose aligned with organizational goals.
- Approach the unique challenges faced "at the top" in alternative ways.
- Create and scale an organizational culture in which innovation and excellence thrive.
- Return to work rejuvenated with strategic action plans and the leadership skills to effectively implement them.
- Tap into an expanded, deeply connected network of fellow leaders.
Program Cost: $5,000
We believe that organizational diversity brings richness into the classroom. A reduced rate (15%) of $4,250 is available for leaders in 501(c)(3) organizations. Please contact us for information.
Who Should Attend
The program size is limited and best suited for:
- Mid to senior-level professionals in any industry
- Those who can commit to full attendance on the program dates
Program Leadership
The participants in this program will be guided by a variety of leadership experts from diverse backgrounds, including personal executive coaches, guest speakers, and panelists. Some of the most valuable learning will come from participants themselves, as well as their peers in the program. Learn more about the program leaders and executive coaches below.

Program Leaders
David Richards
David Richards has served as a leadership and executive development professional at Intel for the past 12 years, and he previously worked at Nike. He has created and directed successful executive and leadership development programs. He earned his BA in Business Administration from Weber State University and holds leadership coaching and Hogan assessment certifications.

Rachel Shafran
Rachel Shafran is a business consultant, coach, and facilitator with experience in leadership development, change strategy, and organization effectiveness. She is currently a global leadership and learning manager at Intel Corporation. Previously, she worked at Nike, AT&T, and Johnson & Johnson. Rachel holds an EdD in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University and a certificate in Leadership Coaching from Georgetown University.

Executive Coaches
Samuel Ashby
Samuel Ashby is the director of performance excellence for Legacy Health Systems. Previously, he worked as managing principal of Speed of Thought Consulting and in process improvement leadership roles for Nike, Converse, GE Capital, Medtronic, and Toyota. Samuel holds a BA from Eastern Kentucky University. He is a Change Acceleration Process Coach and a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.

Margy Evans
Margy Evans brings over 25 years of executive, operational, and human resource management experience to her work as a coach, consultant, and training professional. She serves as the workforce development manager for Portland Parks and Recreation and previously worked for the City of Portland.

René Léger
René Léger has held diverse senior leadership positions with companies such as Nabisco Brands, the Oregon Business Council, Portland Public Schools, and Camp Fire Columbia. He earned a BA in Political Science from State University of New York and an MBA from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. René is certified as an Integral Coach through New Ventures West.

Guest Leadership Experts
Elena Einstein, Ph.D.
Elena Einstein is president of the Einstein Group and contracts site leader for Harris Corporation. She previously served as senior contracts manager and chief of staff for The Boeing Company. Elena has experience in leadership, strategy, diversity and inclusion, and employee development. Elena holds an MS from the University of La Verne and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University.

Lori Emerick
Lori Emerick, principal of the Aspen Group, brings more than 20 years of organizational and leadership development expertise to her teaching work, including experience at Intel, Nike, and Kaiser Permanente. Lori’s roles have spanned human resources, leadership, diversity and inclusion, team facilitation, and process excellence. Lori earned an MBA in Human Resource Management from Seattle Pacific University.