Event Information

Description

• Agenda

  • Program Theme
     This year’s Academy theme, Leading Through Uncertainty, focuses on the realities of leadership when clarity is limited, decisions are complex, and the path forward is unclear. Participants will explore how to lead in moments when not everything is known, and outcomes can't be fully predicted. The experience is designed to build confidence, sharpen judgment, and support leaders in navigating the unknown with purpose and resilience.

    Program Description

    The ReadyMe Leadership Academy is a focused one-day experience designed to accelerate the development of current and emerging association leaders. Through a blend of insightful activities, expert guidance, and peer networking, participants will gain the skills and knowledge to navigate a changing landscape, cultivate inclusive environments, and enhance their leadership impact.

    Program Outcomes

     

    • Apply adaptive leadership strategies to make effective decisions, lead through change, and manage uncertainty in evolving environments.
    • Demonstrate increased self-awareness by identifying personal leadership strengths, values, and behaviors that influence your approach under pressure.
    • Engage in peer collaboration and reflection to expand your leadership perspective and develop actionable solutions to real-world challenges.
       

    Tentative Agenda 

    8:30 am - 9:00 am:      Welcome and Overview
     We'll kick off the Academy by introducing your facilitators and providing an overview of the day's agenda. We'll hear a special welcome from ASAE leadership and our sponsor Visit Baltimore. 

    9:00 am - 9:45 am:      Listening, Leading, and Navigating the Unknown
     Stephon Dingle, Anchor and Reporter for CBS News Baltimore, will share his leadership journey from Baltimore intern to anchor, and the lessons he has learned along the way. In a time when clarity is rare and expectations are constantly shifting, the ability to lead through uncertainty has become essential. Drawing from his experience in journalism and leadership, he will explore how listening deeply, staying grounded, and making decisions without all the answers are critical skills for navigating an unpredictable world.

     

     

     

    9:45 am - 10:00 am:    Networking Break 

     

    10:00 am – 10:30 am: Bridges to Our Biographies Introductions – Part 1 
    Get to know your fellow colleagues beyond just names and titles. Bring a personal artifact that represents your leadership journey and share its significance. Sharing our stories builds bridges of understanding and a foundation for strong leadership.
     

    10:30 am - 12:00 pm:  What Would You Do? Leadership Decision-making in Action 
     In this session, participants will engage in small-group discussions to work through complex leadership scenarios. Each case will present a challenge involving uncertainty, competing priorities, or organizational tension. Groups will explore how they would respond, what factors they would consider, and how they would lead through the situation. This session is designed to deepen leadership judgment and surface different approaches to leading through complexity.
     

    12:00 pm - 1:00 pm:   Networking Lunch

     

    1:00 pm – 1:30 pm      Bridges to Our Biographies Introductions – Part 2
     Get to know your fellow colleagues beyond just names and titles. Bring a personal artifact that represents your leadership journey and share its significance. Sharing our stories builds bridges of understanding and a foundation for strong leadership.

     

    1:30 pm - 2:30 pm:     Conversation with the ReadyMe Steering Committee: Why Leadership Matters Now More Than Ever
     Members of the ReadyMe Leadership Academy Steering Committee will share their experiences leading through uncertainty and change. They will reflect on how leadership expectations have evolved, the values and practices that have kept them grounded, and why continuing to invest in leadership growth across career stages is critical to navigating today’s challenges. Through personal insights and leadership lessons learned, this conversation will offer a candid look at how experienced leaders adapt, support others, and build leadership capacity for the future.

     

    2:30 pm - 2:45 pm:     Networking Break
     

    2:45 pm - 4:00 pm:     Peer Consultancy: Collaborative Solutions 
    Discover the power of collective wisdom in this dynamic peer consultancy session. As a leader, you don't have to face challenges alone. In this interactive workshop, you'll have the opportunity to tap into the diverse perspectives and experiences of your fellow participants to explore real-world leadership challenges and generate innovative solutions.
     

    4:00 pm - 4:30 pm:     Closing and Appreciation Circles
     Take a moment to reflect on the key insights and lessons learned throughout the ReadyMe Leadership Academy. You'll have the opportunity to process your experiences, identify meaningful takeaways, and consider how to apply this knowledge to your leadership journey.

     

• Speakers

  • Irving W. Washington, FASAE, CAE

    Senior Vice President and Executive Director, Health Misinformation and Trust Initiative, Kaiser Family Foundation

• Policies

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