Strengthening the Pipeline 1: Amplify Your Authentic Leadership Presence
Strengthening the Pipeline 1
Lead beyond your team. Shape your entire organization.
In-Person
August 5–7, 2026
Atlanta, GA
Virtual
September 10
October 15
November 12
Hybrid
$7,500
25 hours
Program Overview
Strengthening the Pipeline 1 is designed for senior leaders who are ready to operate at an organizational level. The program develops executive presence, strategic self-awareness, and communication and influence skills that define senior leadership effectiveness, helping participants align how they show up with the impact they want to have.
Through eleven sessions spanning the full program, participants examine their leadership identity in greater depth, strengthen relationships and trust across complex organizations, and develop a Professional Value Proposition that clearly articulates the unique value they bring to their organization.
What You'll Gain
- Grounded, intentional leadership identity aligned with personal values and organizational priorities
- Stronger, more consistent executive presence across high-stakes contexts
- Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills for complex organizational environments
- The interpersonal effectiveness to build trust and drive collaboration at scale
- Strategic understanding of industry and organizational dynamics and how to lead within them
- Forward-thinking decision-making skills that connect today’s choices to long-term outcomes
Who Should Attend
Senior leaders who manage other managers and are responsible for multiple teams, departments, or regional functions, professionals expected to operate at an organizational level and shape culture, not just manage performance.
who should attend?
ELC Leadership Pathways is designed for early-to-mid-career professionals (5-7 years of experience), or professionals who are new to people management. If you’re navigating increased complexity, managing diverse teams, or ready to step into your power as a strategic leader, this program is for you.
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Program Curriculum
Leadership Pathways is built around four quarterly sessions, each addressing a critical stage in your leadership development journey. Together, they create a comprehensive pathway from understanding organizational dynamics to positioning yourself as a strategic leader.
Balancing Self, Others, and Mission
Senior leaders face constant pressure to split attention across competing priorities. This session invites participants to examine how they currently allocate their time, energy, and attention and identify where imbalance is affecting their wellbeing and leadership effectiveness.
Key Takeaway: A personal strategy for leading more sustainably while staying grounded in values and delivering on organizational priorities.
Strength and Leadership
Using the Gallup CliftonStrengths for Leaders assessment, participants examine how their unique strengths shape their leadership style and contribute to their effectiveness, particularly during times of uncertainty or change.
Key Takeaway: A clearer command of personal strengths and a more intentional approach to leading from them.
Maximizing Team Effectiveness
Identify the diverse work and communication styles within your team and apply frameworks for diagnosing team effectiveness, clarifying expectations, and elevating performance in cross-functional and hybrid environments.
Key Takeaway: A stronger approach to team leadership that honors diverse working styles and drives collective output.
Leading Distributed Teams
This session addresses the unique challenges and opportunities of leading distributed teams across locations, time zones, and work environments. Participants develop practical frameworks for building trust, cohesion, and psychological safety across distance.
Key Takeaway: Communication and collaboration rhythms that sustain high performance regardless of where or when team members work.
Situational Awareness in Leadership
Develop the ability to perceive and respond to the often-unspoken dynamics that shape influence and decision-making in organizations. Participants learn to read top-down and bottom-up forces and adapt their strategy and messaging accordingly.
Key Takeaway: A sharper ability to read the room, read the organization, and adjust leadership approach accordingly.
Organizational and Industry Awareness
Participants identify key areas for growth and develop the strategic insight needed to make better-informed decisions and drive more impactful initiatives within their professional environment.
Key Takeaway: A stronger industry and organizational lens and the clarity to act on it.
Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
Participants apply a strategic decision-making framework to real-time leadership challenges, analyze patterns and trends, and cultivate a mindset that anticipates what’s next.
Key Takeaway: A more strategic decision-making approach and the discipline to apply it consistently.
Value Proposition
Develop a clear and compelling articulation of the unique value each participant brings to their organization, connecting strengths, experiences, and aspirations to the priorities that matter most to the business.
Key Takeaway: A Professional Value Proposition ready to use in executive conversations, promotion discussions, and high-stakes leadership moments.
Coping with Burnout at the Individual and Team Level
Participants will learn to recognize the early signs of burnout, build personal resilience practices, and develop advocacy strategies that foster psychological safety and sustainable performance across their sphere of influence.
Key Takeaway: A personal resilience plan and concrete strategies for building team cultures where high performance and wellbeing coexist.
Taking the Next Leadership Leap
Assess leadership readiness for advancement by examining key indicators and identifying critical gaps in skills, relationships, and mindset. Participants build a personalized action plan to prepare for their next significant leadership opportunity.
Key Takeaway: A focused, personalized action plan for positioning toward the next level of leadership.
Your Program Deliverable: Professional Value Proposition
A concise, powerful statement connecting each participant’s strengths, experience, and leadership to the specific outcomes their organization needs. Built for use in executive conversations, promotion discussions, and high-stakes leadership moments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Strengthening the Pipeline 1 designed for?
Senior leaders who manage other managers and are responsible for multiple teams, departments, or regional functions, professionals operating at an organizational level, not just a team level.
How is this different from Strengthening the Pipeline 2?
Strengthening the Pipeline 1 focuses on executive presence, professional brand, and organizational influence. Strengthening the Pipeline 2 focuses on enterprise-level strategy, financial leadership, and organizational decision-making at scale. Many senior leaders are strong candidates for Strengthening the Pipeline 1. Executives and C-suite leaders typically attend Strengthening the Pipeline 2.
What will participants build?
A Professional Value Proposition — a clear, concise statement connecting their leadership strengths, experience, and professional impact to organizational outcomes.
How does this course connect to the broader LDE program?
Strengthening the Pipeline 1 participants share the opening keynote, evening receptions, lunches, and networking breaks with all LDE participants. Course-specific sessions are held with their cohort.
Learning in Action
Ready to Find Your Power?
Enroll in Leadership Pathways and join a community of emerging leaders who are navigating complexity, building the cultural intelligence to lead diverse teams, and leading with confidence.
A Decade of Empowering Leaders Like You
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called "Leadership Pathways"?
Leadership isn’t linear—it’s a journey with multiple paths forward. The ELC’s Leadership Pathways recognizes that each leader’s journey is unique. Through our curriculum, peer coaching, and personalized Leadership Charter, you’ll chart your own path to success while learning from others navigating similar challenges.
Is this program right for me if I'm not officially a "manager" yet?
Yes. Leadership Pathways is designed for professionals who are new to leadership—whether you’re managing your first team or expanding your influence without a formal title. If you’re leading projects, influencing decisions, or preparing for a leadership role, this program is for you.
Will I receive any certification or credential?
While there is no formal certification, participants who complete the program receive a digital badge and a personalized Leadership Charter that documents your growth and development.
Can my organization sponsor my participation?
Absolutely. Many participants of The ELC programs are sponsored by their employers as part of professional development initiatives. Contact us to discuss group enrollment options.
What if I can't attend every session?
Sessions are live-only and not recorded to create a confidential, engaged learning environment. We recommend committing to all sessions to get the full value of the program.
How is this different from other leadership programs?
Leadership Pathways combines three elements most programs can’t offer: direct access to The ELC Members and senior executives, small-group peer coaching with ICF-certified coaches (capped at 20 participants), and a 9-month journey focused on the skills that matter most—reading organizational dynamics, building executive presence, and positioning yourself for advancement. You’ll leave with practical frameworks, a personalized Leadership Charter, and a network of peers who become lasting professional relationships.
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