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Women's Network Leadership Institute
Introduction
Women’s Network Leadership Institute exists to Connect, Empower and Inspire through professional development, leadership training, continuous research and thought leadership. In 2019, Women’s Network Leadership Institute released the Gender Equity and Women’s Leadership Study on the status of women in Summit County.
History
Women’s Network Leadership Institute has a deep history in Summit County, dating back to 1978 when a group of women saw the need to support each other. Formed as a 501c3, the network’s mission has always been to be the vehicle by which women could assist each other in growing personally and professionally.
In the fall of 2019, Women’s Network Leadership Institute and the Greater Akron Chamber memorialized a formal Affiliation Agreement. Women’s Network Leadership Institute essentially became the professional development, leadership development and programming arm of the Greater Akron Chamber.
As two organizations with similar missions, together we provide valuable programming and leadership development for women. With the timely mission of Elevate Greater Akron, Women’s Network Leadership Institute is committed to the mission of equity and inclusion for all.
Professional Development Courses
Leading With Strength
The release of the full Gender Equity and Women's Leadership Research report is the lens through which Leading with Strength is delivered. The six-session program is engineered as a catalyst for women to enhance their leadership knowledge through personal growth and an understanding of their specific strengths. Participants learn how to move towards their individual strengths into significant positions of leadership by dissecting their strengths within the four pillars. Register Here
How Congruent Leaders Build Strong Teams
Congruence is a learned skill that can improve through coaching and practice. Participants will learn the four intuitive skills of congruent leaders. This 3-hour, 5-session course will deliver an executive coaching level experience focused on how to increase self-awareness, manage intuitive energy, understand root cause of interpersonal problems and work towards solutions. Participants will not only become more knowledgeable about leading teams, but guided practice will also put that new knowledge to work. Register Here
Negotiating With Strength
Negotiating is a critical skill that women often request to be taught. This new course is designed to leverage the Clifton Strengths in learning the skill of negotiation. This four-session program will show you how to thoroughly prepare for a negotiation; how to master the art of asking questions, and how to deliver effective presentations and communicate with impact. Register Here
Engagement with Women’s Network Leadership Institute and Membership
As a member of the Greater Akron Chamber, any female employee inside a GAC member business is granted membership status to Women’s Network Leadership Institute. To be included in regular correspondence, simply complete the 'Contact Us' form to the right.
Programming is then available at membership price. For non-GAC members, programming is available at the Community Rate. For further information on how companies can utilize services for female employees, email [email protected].
Women's Network Leadership Institute Communications
To sign up to receive WNLI communications, click here.