Leadership program aims to empower local women

Women who are interested in improving their leadership skills are invited to sign up for the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce's ‘Being ATHENA Leadership Program.’

Starting March 25, the 10-week program is billed as a personalized, transformational growth experience that helps women find and embody their own authentic leadership style and voice.

The program will be led by Karen Bird, who was the recipient of the Chamber's 2018 ATHENA Leadership Award. She is also the past president of the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce and a certified “Being ATHENA Leadership Program” facilitator.

Anyone interested in registering can do so here.

Registration closes at noon on March 23.

More information can be found in the press release below:

Beginning Monday March 25, the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce (SSMCOC) will be hosting the ‘Being ATHENA Leadership Program’. The ‘Being ATHENA Leadership Program’ is a licensed 10-week course with 10 Modules designed to support the development of women in leadership roles. The program will be led by Karen Bird, ATHENA Recipient 2018, Past President of the Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce, and certified “Being ATHENA Leadership Program” facilitator.

In the 2024 ONTARIO ECONOMIC REPORT - Interactive | OCC, access to labour and human resources is identified as the number one issue facing organizations. Leadership is duly impacted by this, and existing and emerging leaders must know how to create diverse and welcoming workplaces, that will require investing in their people, and people investing in themselves.

ATHENA International has identified the opportunity and the need.

More than 10,000 baby boomers are retiring every day
More than 77 per cent of organizations report that leadership is lacking.
83 per cent of businesses say it’s important to develop leaders at all levels
Less than 5 per cent of companies have implemented leadership development across all levels
47 per cent of companies predict there will be a shortage of leadership or executive-level skills in the future

It’s not just another “one-size-fits-all” leadership template — it’s a personalized, transformational growth experience that allows you to find and embody your own authentic leadership style and voice based on authenticity, communication, strength and compassion. This program is a holistic experience that explores all of what makes you unique, valuable and impactful as a leader with an in-depth journey into the Eight Principles of Enlightened Leadership, the acclaimed and researched principles that are the foundation of the Being ATHENA Leadership Program and defines what it means to be an ATHENA leader.

Individuals can register now at www.ssmcoc.com and receive the special rate of $750.00 plus GST for members and $900.00 plus GST for non-members (Regular program cost is $1,000 plus GST). Space is limited to 30 participants. The fee includes all materials required to complete the program.

You can check if your employer is a member at Business Directory Search - Sault Ste. Marie Chamber of Commerce, ON (ssmcoc.com) or call the Chamber of Commerce at 705-255-4361.

Registration closes at noon on Saturday, March 23, 2024.

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