
Foundations of Effective Leadership: Strengthening Presence, Communication, and Collaborative Leadership
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 9:00 AM EST · Catalyst Connection · Pittsburgh, PA
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Manufacturers can currently register for this course at no cost. Limited spots are available – register now! Great leaders don’t just have great ideas, they know how to communicate with confidence, build strong relationships, and engage others in solving complex challenges. This highly interactive workshop equips participants with practical tools to strengthen their leadership presence, communicate with influence, and collaborate more effectively across teams. Participants will discover their leadership style through the DISC assessment, learn strategies to confidently contribute during high-stakes meetings, and apply Human-Centered Design Thinking to solve problems while building stakeholder buy-in. Through self-assessments, group activities, role-playing, and real-world application, attendees will leave with actionable strategies they can immediately use to increase their influence and lead with greater confidence. Learning Outcomes: Increase executive presence and influence in high-stakes meetings and conversations. Understand and leverage your leadership style to communicate, collaborate, and delegate more effectively. Build confidence to lead difficult conversations with clarity, credibility, and professionalism. Lead organizational change successfully by gaining stakeholder buy-in and fostering collaboration. Solve complex problems collaboratively using Human-Centered Design Thinking to create practical, sustainable solutions. Course 1 – Command The Room: Strategies for Assertive Presence Build confidence and executive presence to lead high-stakes conversations with clarity and influence. Learn practical strategies to prepare for meetings, speak up confidently, and navigate challenging discussions. Leaders will learn to: Build confidence under pressure Prepare strategically for important meetings Communicate with confidence and influence Navigate difficult conversations effectively Gain attention and maintain executive presence Course 2 –…
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