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The need for Greater Boston companies to develop and retain talented women has never been greater. As part of the Chamber Leadership Initiative, the Women’s Leadership Program brings together a select group of emerging female leaders (3-9 years of experience) for a year-long program aimed at enhancing their leadership skills and engaging them in the region’s business and civic communities. Not only will participants in this program learn from experts in the field of women and business at the Simmons School of Management, but they will form a lasting network that will carry them through their professional careers.
Program Overview:
The Women’s Leadership Program will be delivered in collaboration with the Simmons School of Management, a leading provider of management education for women. This year-long program will include a one day seminar at the Simmons School of Management that will include lectures, case studies, and extensive discussion facilitated by top faculty. In addition, participants will take part in a series of workshops, roundtables, and events throughout the year focused on networking, skill building, negotiation, and personal leadership development. Together, these programs will allow participants to gain the skills and empowerment they will need as they advance in their careers.
Participants will have the opportunity to:
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Interact with senior women leaders in greater Boston
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Learn from experts in the field of women and business at the Simmons School of Management
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Strengthen their understanding of the greater Boston business community
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Form a lasting network of other emerging women leaders
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Enhance their personal leadership and professional skills
Eligibility & Nomination Process:
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The program will accept up to 40 female professionals who are currently employed by a Chamber member organization.
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Candidates have 3-9 years of professional experience.
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The cost for the program is $2,000. This one-time fee includes all program costs.
For more information on the Women’s Leadership Program, please contact Ali Pincus-Jacobs, director of programs, at (617) 557-7347. |