Executive Presence

IN-PERSON AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA CAMPUS
October 8 & 9, 2026

Discounts available for group enrollments, UA faculty/staff, UA Alumni, and Chamber members. Reach out to stephanie.lowe@ua.edu for more information.

embrAce and inspire confidence

Executive presence isn’t just about style—it’s about the substance, confidence, and credibility you bring to every interaction.

In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to boost executive presence by creating positive first impressions and shaping how others evaluate your leadership over time. From body language and communication skills to values-in-action, you’ll learn to adopt new strategies that strengthen your presence, project confidence, and lead with authenticity in any setting.

topics

Owning the Space
Defining Your Purpose
Audience Analysis
Organizing an Informative Brief or Persuasive Pitch
Powerful Introductions and Conclusions
Develop an outline for an upcoming presentation
Nonverbal Communication
How to deliver and receive feedback

Program OVERVIEW

Designed for:

Mid- to senior-level professionals looking to elevate how they are perceived as leaders
Managers and emerging leaders seeking to increase influence and visibility
Professionals preparing for high-stakes interactions or executive-facing roles
Team leaders who want to communicate with more clarity and confidence
Anyone wanting to expand their leadership capabilities and professional presence

Participants will learn:

The characteristics of executive presence
Steps to defining and creating the impressions you desire to convey
Verbal and nonverbal techniques to enhance confidence and credibility
Strengths-based values identification
Tools for self-advocacy, including a “Self-advocacy Pitch”
Earn 16 hours of CPE in the field of study “Personal Development”

In this dynamic two-day program, participants will explore what it means to lead with presence—through communication, mindset, and behavior. Using interactive exercises, coaching, and practical frameworks, professionals will leave with a toolkit to inspire confidence, drive engagement, and elevate their leadership impact.

Format:

The program will be hosted on campus at The University of Alabama in the Culverhouse College of Business.

Plan to be on campus from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Exact times will be sent with a finalized schedule).
Light breakfast, lunch, snacks and coffee will be provided

Registration includes two tickets to the Culverhouse Executive Society Pre-Game Picnic on Saturday, October 10. The Pre-Game Picnic will be held in the Hewson Hall Courtyard and will begin three hours before kick-off, lasting for two hours. Food will be provided. Please note: the Pre-Game Picnic ticket does not include admission to the football game. You will have the opportunity closer to the event to indicate whether you plan to attend the Pre-Game Picnic.

Participants will receive a physical certificate of completion as well as a digital badge from Credly. The digital badge can be displayed on a participant’s LinkedIn and email signature.

This program is not eligible for federal financial aid. No academic credit will be awarded.

The Executive Presence program was a crucial component of my professional development. It forced me to reflect on how others perceive my values, how to put my values into action in my work, and how to lead with meaning. Dr. Chilcutt’s passion and expertise were evident throughout the incredibly engaging training, and her personalized feedback and actionable recommendations for growth were truly invaluable.

The Executive Presence course was an incredible experience. Dr. Chilcutt provided us with useful tools and techniques to enhance our communication abilities, leadership, and overall confidence. I look forward to applying the learnings from the course as I progress in my career. I would highly recommend this course for any professional seeking hands-on training to improve his or her executive presence.

Alexa’s executive communication intensive was incredibly impactful. I noticed significant improvement in my executive presence in just 24 hours and walked away with practical tools to communicate more confidently and effectively. I feel more equipped to run efficient meetings, connect with diverse audiences, and lead with greater clarity. It’s also helping me grow professionally and prepare for the kind of leader I want to be moving forward.

Dr. Alexa Chilcutt

With an MA in Public Relations and PhD in Communication and Information Sciences, Dr. Alexa Chilcutt is the faculty lead for the Executive Business Communication and co-lead for the Academy of Women in Leadership programs at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School.

Additionally, Alexa provides training for TCU Neeley Business School’s Executive Education program and The University of Alabama Executive Education and EMBA programs. Topics include business communication, executive presence, and executive presentation skills.

Corporate clients have included Exelon Corporation, Constellation Energy, Hoya Corporation, Prometric, Brinker International, Allstate, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, German-based company igus, and Johns Hopkins International Medicine Concierge Services.

Publications include “Engineered to Speak: Helping You Create and Deliver Engaging Technical Presentations” published by Wiley IEEE PCS Professional Engineering Communication Series with Dr. Adam Brooks, and articles featured in Workplace Health & Safety, MedEdPORTAL, Journal of American Dental Association (JADA), Association of General Dentist’s “Impact” magazine, Public Relations Journal, and Georgia Academy of General Dentistry’s Explorer magazine.

Stephanie Lowe

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