PROGRAM

STRUCTURE

The Governing Board and key partners nominate leaders from the private, public, and philanthropic sectors who demonstrate potential for leadership growth. Participants are named Fellows to indicate course expectations for professional excellence, influence and distinction. The curriculum is designed to incorporate professional resources; strategies for success grounded in customized Efficacy for Black Professionals modules; and strengths-based leadership principles. The Academy curriculum focuses on how leaders can lead authentically, navigate successfully and advance to the executive and C-suite level.

CURRICULUM FOCUS
AND THEMES

AALAC seeks to increase the number and strengthen the ability of local talent to lead and serve resulting in increased diversity in top leadership roles and boards. By the completion of the program, Fellows will have the skills and confidence to achieve key learning objectives, through a tailored curriculum guided by key personal and professional growth themes.

Bonus: Six months of complimentary executive coaching by Korn Ferry and access to digital resources

FOCUS/THEME & LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Value and understand how to use authentic voice more effectively at each level for executive, community leadership and C-suite roles.

Authenticity

Utilize a strengths-based approach in internal and external leadership.

Strengths-Based Leadership

Understand and effectively utilize an Efficacy mindset and integrate into leadership style. Develop skills to navigate headwinds and excel in executive environments and board rooms.

Self-Efficacy

Intentionally broaden network and connection with peers, leaders, and decision-makers. Build and strengthen social capital.

Social Capital

Authentically and effectively build brand & influence for internal and external corporate and community impact.

Visibility and Influence

Obtain and implement key strategies for greater success in achieving career, community and personal goals.

Goal Setting & Personal Growth

Supplemental Learning Objectives and Activities

Obtain clarity, confidence and support through scenario exercises and accountability partnerships.

  • Reflective evaluation and peer-to-peer accountability

  • Scenario-based learning

  • Mindset, wellness and resiliency exercises

  • Fireside chats with C-suite Leaders