The Leadership Edge

Three day in-person program with optional pre-conference Strengths-Driven Leadership workshop.

The Leadership Edge is a vital conduit between success at the early-career level and future success in management roles with greater responsibility and visibility.

This stage of the career growth journey requires effective strategies for negotiation, problem-solving and decision-making to lead teams effectively while meeting organizational objectives and goals. Bringing together cohorts of professionals across industries experiencing similar opportunities and challenges, participants learn from the program’s world-class faculty and exchange ideas through interactive activities.

Core curriculum

• Strategic thinking and decision-making skills to reach organizational objectives.
• Negotiation skills for effective outcomes.
• Strengthening your ability to lead through change with confidence and clarity to achieve organizational goals.
• Expanding your confidence to perform outside of your comfort zone.

In-person program experience

With an emphasis on actionable insights and cutting-edge learning methodologies, each day provides an engaging and immersive learning experience. Hosted on the beautiful Smith College campus, with accommodations and most meals included, each participant can remain fully focused on the program.

What to expect:

• Pre-program networking facilitated by the executive education program team.
• Resources to set goals and apply each day's learning objectives to your specific challenges.
• Three days of interactive classroom sessions with leading business school faculty and thought leaders.
• Dedicated time to connect with peers and colleagues to build your network of fellow STEM leaders.
• Full access to the dedicated course platform with pre-work, session materials, and discussion boards.
• Post-program networking opportunities to support the implementation of your learnings.

Pre-Conference Workshop - Optional

Maximize Results Through Strengths-Driven Leadership.

Lead with confidence. Inspire your team. Deliver real results.

Discover how to unlock the full potential of your leadership by focusing on what you do best—and empowering your team to do the same. This high-impact, interactive workshop leverages the CliftonStrengths® assessment to help leaders tap into their unique talents to elevate performance, increase employee engagement, and drive sustainable success.

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to:

• Leverage your personal and team strengths to meet strategic goals
• Transform burnout into resilience through proven coping strategies
• Cultivate a culture of authenticity, well-being, and high performance
• Align individual strengths with team objectives to maximize impact

Program dates and location

October 6-10 , 2025

Smith College, Northampton, MA

Non-Profit and Group Rates Available