Elevated Leadership: CLOSED

It is with sadness that we need to inform you that as of August 7, 2024, the Canada-Alberta Job Grant has been closed by the Government of Alberta for new applicants until March 31, 2025. As most applicants of Elevated Leadership rely on this support to participate, IntegralOrg is unable to move forward with this leadership development offering at this time.

This unanticipated change leaves us with a profound disappointment as we think about this lost opportunity for nonprofit leaders. We also recognize how detrimental this sudden change is to the nonprofit sector at large, as this funding delivers critical trainings across several subsectors. IntegralOrg will join others in advocacy efforts and continue pushing for accessible education and training supports that further the development of the nonprofit sector.

We continue to explore alternative ways to bring leadership education and training to nonprofit organizations in a sustainable manner. 

In the short term, we invite you to register in this free webinar about nonprofit leadership. 

 

INTRO to Leadership: The practice of leadership for nonprofit organizations
Wednesday, November 6, 2024, 1-2pm

Leaders in the nonprofit sector - at any level of an organization - are a breed unto their own. They are dedicated individuals who are passionate about serving communities and striving in creative ways towards social change.

Effective nonprofit leadership is an ongoing journey and intentional practice. Whether you are working on systems level community change, running a nonprofit organization, or leading a team – impactful leadership requires an understanding of self and an openness to learning.

The past few years have intensified the long-standing threats to our sector’s ability to deliver on mission with higher demand for services, limited resources, and major shifts to the way we do work. Now more than ever we need to support the passionate individuals at the helms of their cause so we can continue to sustainably serve our communities.

In this free 1-hour workshop for senior leaders, team leads, and aspiring leaders, Leslie Tamagi and Mike Grogan give an overview of leadership theory balanced with ways to put knowledge into practice.

Topics include:

• The Three Domains of Leadership: Developing leadership within your self, your team, and your community
• The need for intentional leadership development
• Evolving leadership to meet emerging needs in the nonprofit sector
• Common myths of leadership and the most desired traits of leaders

REGISTER

Leslie Tamagi has more than 25 years' experience as CEO of diverse organizations and understands firsthand the complex challenges facing management, staff, and boards in the nonprofit sector. For more than a decade she has worked with nonprofit organizations, providing training and supporting them through their risk management journeys. She is passionate about supporting leaders to be successful and is currently consulting in the nonprofit sector in many aspects of leadership, including risk management.  

IntegralOrg President & CEO, Mike Grogan, has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 25 years and is recognized for his ability to inspire nonprofit organizations to tackle complex issues and create sustainable solutions to organizational and community issues. Mike’s passion is helping organizations understand the ever-evolving ecosystem and working with organizational teams to build capacities to respond and adapt to a changing environment.

 

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Elevated Leadership (see above)

There is no one way to be a leader. Leadership is about discovering your strengths and leveraging them to make the greatest impact, no matter where you on your journey. Leadership is about learning to pivot and grow so that you can continue moving towards a meaningful personal vision. It’s inspiring the strengths in others to push forward a collective vision and mission. Leadership is filled with ups and downs, successes and challenges, wins and losses. At its best, the leadership journey is an endeavor that deeply personal and shared.

Leadership is lifting a person's vision to high sights, the raising of a person's performance to a higher standard, the building of a personality beyond its normal limitations.  -- Peter Drucker

Elevated Leadership requires intention and action at both the personal and corporate levels. It requires attention to the self as leader, to the organizations we serve, and to our community.

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What is Elevated Leadership?

Elevated Leadership is a five-month leadership development experience created by the nonprofit sector for the nonprofit sector. If you are a mid to senior-level leader, this is an opportunity to evolve practical skills and knowledge to bring your best to the leadership of self, organization, and community. You will learn what and why, but you will also learn how. To find our more, watch this brief Elevated Leadership introductory video. 

 

In this program you will:

• Learn about your unique attributes and how to embody your strengths as a leader.
• Learn from experts in the sector who have been where you are.
• Innovate, collaborate, and practice in real time with a community of learners about issues most relevant to you.
• Reflect on, process, and apply new strategies for leadership of self, organization, and community in a supportive environment.
• Delve into your most pressing leadership challenges with others who understand your unique role.
• Develop connection and collaboration within your cohort, building relationships rooted in trust.
• Craft a personal leadership plan that will support your development beyond this experience.
• Have a memorable experience that recognizes and responds to your needs, your organization's needs, and the needs of our sector.

 

How it Works

Through a balance of theory and practical tools, peer engagement, and the expertise of facilitators and guest speakers, you will learn leadership skills and techniques that are immediately applicable. 

This experience consists of five full days of in-person learning delivered over five months. Individual and group activities in-between modules will strengthen learning outcomes and relationships within the community of learners. This experience utilizes a cohort model, providing rich opportunities to foster connection, collaboration, and peer relationships that will serve as an ongoing resource for you and other participants.

Who it's For

Leaders are found in all facets of an organization. You may be a CEO, executive director, or a mid to senior-level member of a leadership team. If you're looking to inspire a group of people towards a vision and mission, Elevated Leadership is for you.

Join us if you are:

• In a position of decision making
• Supported by supervisor or board to participate
• Able to attend in-person in Calgary***
• Committed to bringing an attitude of collaboration and openness to a team-based environment
• Committed to full participation in all events

 

Module Highlights

Here are some of the outcome highlights of each Elevated Leadership module. For more detail, see the  Elevated Leadership Outline.

Facilitators

Mike is President and CEO of IntegralOrg and has worked in the nonprofit sector for more than 25 years. He excels at inspiring nonprofit teams and leaders to tackle complex organizational issues in sustainable ways. Mike’s passion is helping folks understand the ever-evolving ecosystem and adapt by building personal and organizational capacity. From navigating change, to strengthening network development, Mike has worked with diverse stakeholders to lead programs and systems in a way that reflects the changing needs of the nonprofit sector.

 

Leslie has more than 25 years of experience as CEO of diverse organizations. She understands firsthand the complex and unprecedented challenges facing leaders in the nonprofit sector today. For more than a decade, Leslie has worked with nonprofit leaders and organizations to strengthen capacity and develop strategic direction. She has mentored leaders to support their development journeys and is passionate about personal and organizational growth. Leslie is currently consulting in the nonprofit sector as the Principle of Leslie Tamagi Leadership Solutions.

 

Investment

Elevated Leadership 2024-2025 is a $3,995 investment.

This opportunity is eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant. Your organization can apply for the grant to subsidize two-thirds of the cost. This would bring your organization's investment to $1,320 if approved.

***Note: This grant covers eligible travel and accommodation costs and also offers an interim reimbursement  option to support your participation.  

More details at https://www.alberta.ca/canada-alberta-job-grant.aspx. The Elevated Leadership Outline contains specific information that is required to apply for the Canada-Alberta Job Grant.

Elevated Leadership participants who complete the program will receive a certificate.

 

ROI for Organizations

Participants will emerge from Elevated Leadership as stronger, more flexible leaders who can enrich their organizations as they:

• Inspire others toward a shared vision and mission 
• Create a thriving workplace culture
• Nurture impactful teams
• Navigate change in the organization and in the sector
• Create strong relationships with stakeholders

 

Questions

If you have any questions about the program, the application form, or if we can be of assistance in any way, please contact the Leadership Development Coordinator, Sandeep Malhi, 587-323-4529 or email leadership@integralorg.ca

Download Elevated Leadership Outline