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Develop Strategies & Interpersonal Skills for Greater Success
Women have always been at the forefront of policy change and breaking barriers. Today’s female executives work hard to balance personal and professional lives while exceeding expectations. In this training you'll learn to navigate the nuances of thought leadership, barrier destruction, organizational influence and balance as you work toward becoming a chief of industry. This program serves as a platform to engage and uplift each other by inspiring positive change. This program is open to all individuals, regardless of sex. Women are encouraged to apply.
About the Women in Leadership Program
The Ashland Women in Leadership with AI-Driven Engagement Program is designed by industry experts for professionals seeking expert advice, strategies and practical tools. From your initial Personal Leadership assessment, to team building, negotiation strategies, communications, organizational culture and more, be ready to roll-up your sleeves and apply new skills in this hands-on, interactive course.
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Benefits to Companies
- Gain strategies to reduce lost revenue and improve work performance.
- Convert unproductive conflict to profitable dialogue.
- Encourage high-value employees to realize their full potential.
- Hone and perfect managerial skills.
- Develop specific tools for managing communication and productivity among diverse, interpersonal styles.
- Encourage health and well-being of employees by improving overall organizational behavior.
- Perfect decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Benefits to Students
- Discover impactful skills and tools for leadership, resulting in an improved bottom line.
- Learn the secrets of happiness for work-life balance.
- Set goals for negotiation and strategy and make actionable plans.
- Understand the many facets of transformational and transactional leadership and its effect on obtaining an ethical ROI.
- Assert your power and position without compromising integrity.
- Evade the antiquated methods of valuing your worth and demonstrate your real value through appropriate communication and dialogue.
Enroll Today!
8 Modules Online ($4,995)
- Enjoy self-paced learning & get your certificate in just a few weeks!
- Dive into hands-on projects & interactive discussion boards.
- Complete an optional Capstone Project to enhance your ROI.
- Collect the entire Women in Leadership Ultimate Toolkit & all course materials.
Women in Leadership with AI-Driven Engagement Curriculum
Our goal is to equip leaders with the decision architecture, influence discipline, and governance maturity required to guide organizations through technological and cultural change. This is not about mastering tools. It is about strengthening leadership at the point where consequence, credibility, and responsibility intersect.
Participants are trained to clarify decisions before momentum hardens, align stakeholders before friction escalates, escalate risk before trust erodes, and advocate for resources without diminishing credibility. The emphasis is not on technical fluency, but on discernment, alignment, and institutional stewardship.
This certificate program is a strategic, executive-caliber experience designed for leaders navigating increasing complexity, visibility, and accountability. Rather than focusing on operational mechanics, the program builds the leadership infrastructure required to guide innovation responsibly, protect culture, and sustain long-horizon value.
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Women in Leadership Instructors
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Stephene KleinStephene Klein is a distinguished executive strategist, Chief Data & Analytics Leader, and academic trailblazer with over 20 years of experience architecting the intersection of advanced analytics and enterprise value. With a formidable career rooted in high-stakes environments such as Nielsen, CBS, and Zschool where she has spearheaded strategic direction for over 10,000 CxOs worldwide Stephene specializes in building the structural and cultural foundations required for a human-led, AI-native future. Holding three master’s degrees (MBA, MPH, MPHA) with summa cum laude distinction, she seamlessly blends award-winning business development acumen with deep global engagement expertise. Recognized with the Global Vision Award for Brand Strategy and a Gold Medal for Storytelling Writing, Stephene consistently drives sustainable revenue growth and global innovation across complex business landscapes. |
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Kathrine Higley(ORNL/NREL/Northrop Grumman) Group Manager Kathrine Higley is a seasoned executive and operations leader with over 20 years of experience architecting enterprise-grade compliance, procurement, and supply chain strategies in high-stakes, highly regulated environments. With a distinguished career spanning premier institutions such as the Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), Northrop Grumman, and the U.S. Navy, Kathrine specializes in building the operational and structural foundations necessary for complex, global organizations to scale securely. Her leadership consistently drives cross-functional alignment, transforming stringent regulatory requirements into streamlined, cost-saving operational efficiencies. |
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Chequita McCulloughMcCullough Consulting Group (Founder) | Published author (#1 Amazon New Release) | Forbes-featured leader Chequita McCullough is a Forbes-featured executive and Master Certified Coach with over 25 years of experience driving organizational transformation across highly competitive, male-dominated industries. As the Founder of McCullough Consulting Group, her career is rooted in high-stakes leadership roles within major commercial real estate and enterprise operations, where she successfully managed multi-million-dollar portfolios and cultivated high-performing, cross-functional teams. Chequita specializes in aligning structural business strategies with human-centric processes, effectively removing barriers to growth and architecting environments where both profitability and people thrive. |
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Britney BeckHi-Wire HR Consulting (Founder) | 20+ years executive HR Featured speaker at The Business Show US Britney Beck is a highly accomplished executive human resources strategist and the Founder of Hi-Wire HR Consulting, bringing over two decades of experience in organizational design, risk management, and human-centric leadership. With a career anchored in driving systemic operational excellence highlighted by her extensive 17-year tenure directing HR and Central Services in the public utilities sector Britney specializes in architecting legally sound, high-performance environments. A featured speaker at The Business Show US and a published co-author endorsed by Tony Robbins, she is recognized for her unique ability to simplify complex compliance and people management challenges into scalable strategies that foster both corporate integrity and employee empowerment. |
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Annette AlbertsonRN, BSN, MBA | Navvis Healthcare (Senior Director/VP Client Operations) | Registered Nurse + MBA. Senior Director/VP at Navvis Healthcare Annette Albertson is an innovative healthcare executive and registered nurse who uniquely bridges the gap between frontline clinical excellence and enterprise-level operational strategy. With a distinguished career spanning leadership roles at Navvis Healthcare, SSM Health, and currently as an Executive Partner at Nuva Ventures, Annette specializes in architecting scalable population health management and value-based care initiatives. Leveraging her deep clinical expertise (RN, BSN), business acumen (MBA), and the strategic discipline forged as a U.S. Army Intelligence Analyst, she designs data-driven, Lean Six Sigma-backed processes that transform complex clinical operations. Recognized as a Top Nurse in 2020, Annette has consistently led cross-functional teams to enhance quality metrics, achieve prestigious NCQA recognition, and unlock millions in shared savings across diverse healthcare ecosystems. |
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Melinda AmreinMSOL, PHR, SHRM-CP | Life Connection of Ohio (HR Director) | 30+ years Melinda Amrein is a highly accomplished strategic human resources leader and executive instructor with over 30 years of experience partnering with C-suite executives to architect high-performing, resilient organizations. With a career spanning complex sectors featuring impactful tenures at TriHealth, Luxottica, Equipment Depot, and currently as HR Director at Life Connection of Ohio Melinda specializes in aligning people strategies with core business objectives. Holding a Master’s in Organizational Leadership and dual PHR/SHRM-CP certifications, she has a proven track record of driving profound operational efficiency, successfully modernizing HR systems, significantly reducing turnover, and realizing substantial enterprise cost savings through strategic benefits design and governance. |
What others say about the Women in Leadership Program
"I liked all of the speakers; they all brought a different piece to the table. Diverse backgrounds and some really good articles. All the TEDx's were great. I loved them so much. I could understand and empathize so much with all the speakers. Activities are awesome and I recently switched careers and plan to do many with my staff. A lot of things discussed in this class encompass how I operate, celebrate, mentor, approach, and celebrate staff so it makes me feel good that I am 'on the right path'. I have also learned valuable feedback that I plan to take with me and utilize on this next journey. Especially holding everyone accountable, delegating, and communicating with staff more effectively. I will be going through all the modules again! Thanks Ladies - I will still be here for a while!!"
- Cheryl V., Quality Operations Manager
"The coursework was amazing. I loved the tools available to use as team-building activities to grow connections. The video selection fits each of the modules. There are several I want to review and watch again! The sections on gender bias were very eye-opening. The section on negotiations was the most valuable to me and I will be using it for myself and assisting clients. As I worked through the modules, I recognized my confidence was growing. I've discussed it openly and have shared what I learned as well as sharing the ongoing networking opportunities from the program. I liked working on the modules and found them very useful, practical, and stress-free. I would recommend all female managers and coordinators complete this coursework! "
- Martha T., Career Planning Manager
"My favorite modules were Winning Work-Life Balance and Mentoring. This was a wake-up call to really examine how I am spending my precious time. Prior to that section, my work week looked like 50-60 hours and then additional time spent on the weekends. Now, as a result of this course, I am beginning to incorporate more 'life' in my day and working much less on the weekends. I took the 'Solutions for Improving Work-Life Imbalances' video to heart and am being more intentional with my time. In that same section, the video on 'Teach Girls Bravery, Not Perfection' resonated in a good way. Middle school girls should have that message as required prior to entering the work force! Overall, I really enjoyed the entire course. There was so much great information, takeaways, and handouts. Also, having the option to take my time though the modules made it much easier to be present and enjoy the coursework. You all did a great job. Thank You!!!"
- Janet N., Collateral Solutions Manager
To learn more about the Ashland Women in Leadership with AI-Driven Engagement Program and how it helps companies and executives, schedule a call with the program manager.